Certificate in Engineering Fabrication -Light Fabrication

Program Overview

This program, delivered through Ara Institute of Canterbury, provides comprehensive training in light fabrication techniques and principles. It includes core courses in welding, fabrication processes, and engineering principles, as well as elective courses for specialization. Upon completion, graduates are prepared for roles in the engineering and manufacturing industry, including supervisor, foreman, and business owner. The program also offers pathways for further advancement in the field.

Program Outline

• Fabrication Process 1 (NZFB110): Explore the principles and methods of light fabrication processes.
• Fabrication Processes 2 (NZFB200): Delve deeper into advanced light fabrication processes and techniques.
• Welding and Thermal Cutting 2 (NZFB210): Master advanced welding and thermal cutting methods for light fabrication.
• Welding and Fabrication Health and Safety (NZFN200): Understand health and safety practices specific to light fabrication workplaces.
• Fabrication Principles 2A (NZFN210): Focus on advanced principles and concepts in light fabrication.
• Strand Based Tasks 1 (NZFW110): Apply your knowledge and skills to practical light fabrication tasks.
• Strand Based Tasks 2 (NZFW200): Further develop your practical skills through advanced light fabrication tasks.

Elective Courses:

• Fabrication Process 3 (NZFB300): Learn specialized light fabrication processes and techniques.
• Strand Based Tasks 3 (NZFW300): Apply your advanced knowledge and skills to complex light fabrication tasks.
• Strand Based Tasks 4 (NZFW400): Further develop your professional skills through challenging light fabrication tasks.
• Strand Based Positional Welding (NZFW410): Master various welding positions essential for light fabrication.
• Pressure Vessels and Pipework (NZFW430): Specialize in the fabrication of pressure vessels and pipework for light applications.
• Light Fabrication (NZFW450): Focus on specific light fabrication techniques and applications.

Careers:

• Completion of this program opens doors to various roles within the engineering and manufacturing industry, including:
• Supervisor
• Foreman
• Business Owner

Other:

• This program is delivered through Ara to individuals employed in the engineering and manufacturing industry under an Ara managed apprenticeship.
• Study pathways exist for advancing to the New Zealand Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Advanced) (Level 5).
• Recommended school subjects for preparation include English, Maths, and Technology.