Vehicle Inspectors Preparatory Course
Other Engineering
A course by
Unitec
A short course designed for those in the automotive industry who want to carry out vehicle inspections in New Zealand.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Unitec Mt Albert Campus, Auckland
It will take a total of 1 week
Core skills this course teaches
Understand vehicle inspection requirements
Participants will be able to describe and apply New Zealand vehicle inspection requirements, including NZTA assessment criteria.
Perform systematic vehicle checks
Students will learn to assess critical vehicle systems and components according to industry and regulatory standards.
Apply customer service protocols
Demonstrate professional communication and procedures when dealing with inspection clients.
What You're Signing Up For
This 4-day short course equips automotive professionals with the technical knowledge and skills needed to perform New Zealand vehicle inspections. Covering customer service, mechanical and electrical inspection topics, and relevant documentation processes, this course helps prepare participants for NZTA's Vehicle Inspector assessment. Successful completion leads to a Unitec Certificate of Attendance.
Course Content
- Customer service protocols
- Assessment of vehicle structural integrity
- Lighting and signalling system
- Vision requirements
- Door and hinged panel
- Vehicle interior systems
- Brake systems
- Steering and suspension
- Wheels and tyres
- Exhaust systems
- Documentation of inspection
What you need to know first
Must meet current NZTA requirements to become an Authorised Vehicle Inspector (see NZTA website for details)
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Automotive
Vehicle Inspection
Transport
Future employment opportunities might be
Vehicle Inspector
Automotive Technician specialised in vehicle compliance
Warrant of Fitness (WOF) Inspector