FREE | NZ Certificate in Foundation Skills (Automotive and Engineering) (Level 2)
Course details
| Domestic tuition | $0 per year |
|---|---|
| NZQF Level | 2 |
About the course
Gain essential skills to kick start your trades career
The NZ Certificate in Foundation Skills (Automotive and Engineering) is aimed at preparing you for further study in the automotive and/or engineering industries.
This Automotive and Engineering course is a project-based learning programme. Project-based learning allows you to explore, negotiate, interpret and create quality products. Throughout this programme you will learn to link theory with practical skills.
Career and Study Opportunities
You could progress onto entry level trade pre-apprentice programmes such as:
- NZ Certificate in Automotive Engineering [Level 3], or
- NZ Certificate in Mechanical Engineering [Level 3]
Outline
The NZ Certificate in Foundation Skills (Automotive and Engineering) [Level 2] consists of four courses. These are practical and hands-on but will include some theory so that you develop knowledge as well as skills.
During the practicals you will learn the skills that are needed to carry out real workplace tasks.
At the end of programme you will be able to:
- Effectively use automotive hand tools
- Carry out basic automotive maintenance
- Weld safely using several methods
- Use engineering hand tools safely
- Read and understand job sheets/job cards
- Communicate job requirements (in both written and verbal formats)
- Listen and follow instructions
- Read and interpret specifications (manuals, DVDs, manufacturers website)
- Record daily work activities
- Measure and calculate materials required for projects
You are welcome to make an appointment to talk to a teaching staff member about this programme and to have a tour of the Trades workshops.
Entry Requirements
A personal interview is part of the application process. We want to talk with you to make sure this is the right programme for your needs.
Applicants must meet one of the following criteria:
- A minimum three years secondary education; or
- Demonstrated commitment to learning
Academic Learning Services
Academic Learning Services is here to assist you on your journey towards the successful completion of your studies at EIT. Our aim is for you to become confident, competent and independent learners.
We have dedicated advisors who can assist with your learning.
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About the provider
The Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT) offers you over 160 qualifications from certificate and diploma, to degree and postgraduate level at campuses in Hawke's Bay, Tairāwhiti (Gisborne) and Auckland. Or learn at one of our Regional Learning Centres situated in Hastings, Maraenui, Ruatoria, Waipukurau and Wairoa. EIT Hawke's Bay is one of New Zealand's most attractive campuses with superb architecture and shaded outdoor areas for study on warm days. EIT Tairāwhiti two campuses are located in the heart of Gisborne, near the Taruheru River, and you can get more central than EIT Auckland location on Queen Street! When you choose to study at EIT you'll get the kind of experiences that will help you gain the knowledge and skills to get ahead, whether you want to break into your chosen career or change direction in life.