New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Electrical)

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Make the most of your problem solving skills, knack for numbers and attention to detail with the UCOL New Zealand Diploma in Engineering, and pursue a career as a qualified engineering technician in a wide range of high-tech industries.

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Need Some Advice?EnquiriesPDFEnrolment Guide and Form - Domestic StudentsDownload the Enrolment Guide and Form - Domestic Students.The UCOL New Zealand Diploma in Engineering will provide you with the knowledge and skills needed to become a qualified Engineering Technician. You will study the principles and practices for the design and development of electrical engineering used in the power supply industry.

This 2-year programme is an excellent foundation for further study, provides you with the skills employees are looking for, and gives you the option to kick-start your career as an engineering technician.

Highly sought by employers, an engineering technician deals with engineering problems and activities that require knowledge and the use of analytical techniques and procedures. To get started in this career, you can apply for Emerging Professional membership with Engineering New Zealand (ENZ). You can also gain recognition of your Diploma of Engineering qualification if you live in other areas of the world that are part of the Dublin Accord. The Dublin Accord is an agreement for the international recognition of Engineering Technician qualifications and is currently offered in Australia, Canada, Ireland, Korea, New Zealand, South Africa, the United Kingdom and the United States.

By attaining the UCOL New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Level 6) you are eligible to apply for certification as an Engineering Technologist. This specialist Diploma is accredited by NZQA and the Dublin Accord. So, you can be both nationally and internationally recognised to begin your career.

Gaining this qualification opens up fantastic job opportunities for you both in New Zealand and overseas in the electrical and power industries.