Manufacturing and Technology (Level 2)
Mechanical
A course by
Wintec
A practical, hands-on course providing entry-level skills in mechanical, electrical, and automotive engineering for secondary school students.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 3 locations
It will take a total of 31 weeks
This course requires 6 hours per week
Core skills this course teaches
Entry-level mechanical engineering skills
Build foundational knowledge and practical skills by constructing a mechanical project.
Basic automotive engineering
Develop skills in dismantling and reassembling engines, understanding vehicle systems, and handling hazardous materials.
Essential electrical engineering techniques
Perform manual soldering, work with electrical installation tools, and complete basic maintenance tasks.
What You're Signing Up For
This programme provides students with foundational knowledge and hands-on experience in mechanical, electrical, and automotive engineering. Learners can dismantle engines, build mechanical projects, conduct electrical tasks such as soldering, and gain safety skills relevant to industrial workplaces. It is aimed at secondary school students seeking NCEA credits and practical trade skills.
Course Content
- Mechanical engineering: building a project to take home
- Automotive engineering: dismantling and assembling engines, hazardous materials, basic vehicle systems
- Electrical engineering: soldering, basic electrical installation and maintenance (cutting tools, machines)
- Engineering hand tools: use, selection, and care
- Worksite safety for engineering
- Basic fabrication operations
- Unit Standards include: 229, 21671, 21688, 21718, 02395, 21911, 29730, 15849, 5922
What you need to know first
Enrolment through a participating secondary school
Continued attendance at secondary school and satisfactory school work
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Manufacturing
Engineering
Automotive
Electrical
Future employment opportunities might be
Entry-level mechanical or automotive engineering roles
Further engineering apprenticeships or industry training