New Zealand Certificate in Automotive Engineering (Level 3)

Program Overview

This automotive course provides hands-on training in servicing and repairing vehicles. Students develop skills in disassembly, measurement, and reassembly of engines and various vehicle systems. Through integrated projects and guidance from qualified tutors, they enhance their confidence and capability in diagnosing, repairing, and managing automotive operations. Graduates are prepared for entry-level positions in the automotive industry.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

You’ll get plenty of hands-on practice during this practical automotive course. Starting with the basics, you’ll develop a full range of skills to service and repair all makes and models. We’ll show you how to disassemble, measure and reassemble an engine. You’ll also service engine transmission and driveline systems, and brake, steering and suspension systems. There’s plenty of project-based training, supported by highly skilled and qualified tutors who know how to create confident, capable automotive engineers. You’ll come out with well-developed diagnosis and repair skills as well as customer service and workshop management skills.

Outline:

You'll cover all the fundamental principles of automotive engineering, with integrated and project based training supported by highly skilled and qualified teachers.

• Automotive Workshop Safety
• Basic Workshop Engineering Tasks, Tools and Equipment
• Engines
• Engine Systems
• Driveline Systems
• Electrical and Electronic
• Starting and Charging Systems
• Electronic Controls, High Voltage Systems and HVAC
• Brake Systems
• Steering and Suspension Systems

Teaching:

There’s plenty of project-based training, supported by highly skilled and qualified tutors who know how to create confident, capable automotive engineers.

Careers:

Graduates will be prepared for employment in entry level positions in the automotive industry.

Other:

This course is eligible for Youth Guarantee funding.