New Zealand Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Level 3)

You will learn how to:

• Work safely, applying an understanding of relevant Health and Safety requirements, job ergonomics, risk assessment, and knowledge of safety culture, when carrying out engineering tasks
• Apply numeracy to perform basic trade calculations to determine angles, lengths, areas, volume, and conversions of units of measurement, related to engineering tasks
• Use basic trade terminology when communicating information or workplace instructions related to performing engineering tasks
• Use visualization skills to produce and interpret basic engineering sketches, to perform engineering tasks
• Interpret basic knowledge of engineering materials in relation to mechanical properties, strength, and their uses
• Perform a defined range of engineering tasks according to instructions using relevant materials, correct and safe use of tools, and equipment
• Apply knowledge of marking out, marking out and measuring equipment calibration, and the application of basic tolerances to manufacture components
• Set up and carry out a single process engineering job, efficiently using the correct tools and equipment required to carry out the work and monitoring their condition for safe and effective operation according to instructions
• Apply knowledge of effective and efficient work practices for specific manufacturing processes used to complete engineering jobs undertaken to ensure delivery in full, on time and to specifications.
• Work to an acceptable standard with responsibility for the quality of own engineering work by following quality systems, damage minimisation practices, simple inspection techniques, and make corrections as required
• Participate and communicate effectively with awareness of other cultures and languages, to confirm and clarify instructions, communicate health and safety matters, and complete basic workplace documentation, within an engineering team

Programme Specific Information

Graduates of this qualification will be able to work (under limited supervision) in an operator or trade assistant role in their area of specialisation, in the mechanical engineering, construction, mechanical building services, manufacturing, or fabrication industries.

Academic Entry

• NCEA Level 1 with 10 credits in Numeracy (algebra, trigonometry, measurement recommended) and 10 credits in Literacy, OR 
• Be able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge and skills 

Career Options

CNC Machine Operator, Mould and Core Maker, Furnace Operator, Machine Operator, Specialist Production Welder, Metal Worker/Fabricator, Ducting Fabricator, Pipe Fitter/Welder, Metal Polisher and Pattern Maker Trade Assistant.

Additional Course Related Costs

• Overalls (Cotton)
• Safety Boots (Steel capped)
• Safety Glasses
• Riggers Gloves or Tig Welding Gloves
• A4 lined refill
• Ballpoint pen

A laptop or tablet is recommended

• If you have any questions about this list please discuss this with your tutor.
• For student safety, personal protection equipment (PPE) is mandatory for certain tasks.
• WITT has a limited supply of laptops for students to use.  Students can apply only when their enrolment has been accepted.
• Students may qualify for a Student Loan to cover these course-related costs.
• Security provisions and insurance cover are the responsibility of the students. WITT accepts no responsibility for the loss or damage of personal tools and equipment.