Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Unitec Institute of TechnologyThis course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Certificate
Campus
Mt Albert Campus
If you’re working in the industry or are ready to enter into a work arrangement with an employer, you can further your understanding of light automotive engineering with the New Zealand Certificate in Light Automotive Engineering. At completion of this programme you’ll be able to safely and effectively diagnose and repair mechanical and electronic faults on various vehicles. As a graduate of this qualification, you will be able to: Once you’ve completed this programme and your apprenticeship, you’ll receive the Level 4 qualification: New Zealand Certificate in Light Automotive Engineering. From here, you will be able to work as a qualified Light Automotive Engineer and move on to many other automotive career options. Graduates may also apply to be assessed for a Warrant of Fitness license via the .
You must be at least 16 years of age on the date of the programme’s commencement for the semester, and you’ll need to: Achieved the New Zealand Certificate in Automotive Engineering (Level 3); or Equivalent skills and experience And English entry requirements; If English is not your first language, you will also need at least one of the following qualifications: Equivalence of a minimum of 12 credits at NCEA Level 1 in English; Or Evidence of an overall IELTS (General or Academic) band score of at least 5 in each band; Or Equivalent described in NZQA Rules and on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students Non Academic requirements Demonstrate the equivalent skills and must be working on approved automotive premises. Find out more about work placement learning here. Don’t meet these Academic requirements? If you don’t meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes can help you qualify. You may also be eligible for special or discretionary admission . Simply apply online , and we’ll be in touch about your next steps.
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