Mechanical
A course by
WITT
Gain basic workplace and technical skills in mechanical engineering, welding, and fabrication, preparing you for operator or trade assistant roles or as a first step toward apprenticeship.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
WITT New Plymouth, New Plymouth
It will take a total of 1 year

Apply understanding of Health and Safety requirements, job ergonomics, risk assessments, and safety culture to engineering tasks.

Perform calculations related to angles, lengths, areas, volumes, and unit conversions for engineering tasks.

Communicate trade information and workplace instructions using basic engineering language.
This practical programme delivers foundational knowledge and skills in mechanical engineering, covering health and safety, machining, maths, engineering drawing, workshop operations, fabrication, and various welding techniques. Suitable as a starting point for further trade training or an apprenticeship, it prepares graduates to work under supervision in mechanical engineering, construction, manufacturing, or fabrication industries.
What you need to know first
NCEA Level 1 with 10 credits in Numeracy (algebra, trigonometry, measurement recommended) and 10 credits in Literacy
Or equivalent knowledge and skills

Mechanical Engineering
Manufacturing
Construction
Fabrication

CNC Machine Operator
Mould and Core Maker
Mechanical
A course by
WITT
Gain basic workplace and technical skills in mechanical engineering, welding, and fabrication, preparing you for operator or trade assistant roles or as a first step toward apprenticeship.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
WITT New Plymouth, New Plymouth
It will take a total of 1 year

Apply understanding of Health and Safety requirements, job ergonomics, risk assessments, and safety culture to engineering tasks.

Perform calculations related to angles, lengths, areas, volumes, and unit conversions for engineering tasks.

Communicate trade information and workplace instructions using basic engineering language.
This practical programme delivers foundational knowledge and skills in mechanical engineering, covering health and safety, machining, maths, engineering drawing, workshop operations, fabrication, and various welding techniques. Suitable as a starting point for further trade training or an apprenticeship, it prepares graduates to work under supervision in mechanical engineering, construction, manufacturing, or fabrication industries.
What you need to know first
NCEA Level 1 with 10 credits in Numeracy (algebra, trigonometry, measurement recommended) and 10 credits in Literacy
Or equivalent knowledge and skills

Mechanical Engineering
Manufacturing
Construction
Fabrication

CNC Machine Operator
Mould and Core Maker
Furnace Operator
Machine Operator
Specialist Production Welder
Metal Worker/Fabricator
Ducting Fabricator
Pipe Fitter/Welder
Metal Polisher
Pattern Maker Trade Assistant
Furnace Operator
Machine Operator
Specialist Production Welder
Metal Worker/Fabricator
Ducting Fabricator
Pipe Fitter/Welder
Metal Polisher
Pattern Maker Trade Assistant