Electrical Engineering Pathway – Blended Delivery (Dual Enrolment)
Course details
| NZQF Level | 2 |
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About the course
Dual Enrolment programmes are FREE if you're in Years 11, 12 or 13 and a great way to earn NCEA credits and get a feel for tertiary study, while you’re still at school.
This course will equip you with fundamental skills and knowledge in electrical engineering. You’ll learn about electrical safety and safe working practices for electrical workers, and gain an understanding of mathematics and mechanics for electrical trades and electromotive force production. You’ll also learn and how to select and install flexible cords and how to apply electromagnetic theory to a range of problems. The course provides a pathway to the New Zealand Certificate in Electrical Engineering (Theory) Level 3, and the New Zealand Diploma in Engineering – Electrical.
This programme is delivered with a combination of online learning completed at school and a one day session approximately every three weeks at Woolston Campus (9am – 3pm)
Location: Woolston
*Places are limited and funding is dependent on availability. Some courses may incur costs, depending on the learner's eligibility. Part-time 1 year.
About the provider
Ara Institute of Canterbury is recognised as one of New Zealand’s leading tertiary institutes. Specialising in applied, vocational and professional training, it offers more than 150 courses from foundation to postgraduate level.
Ara caters to a diverse range of learners; from school leavers and career changers to professionals wanting to upskill and individuals seeking to re-enter the workforce.
All Ara students benefit from the Ara Advantage: relevant courses, taught by inspirational mentors in real-life learning environments. Almost every Ara programme includes work-integrated learning. Work placements, apprenticeships, industry-based projects and internships ensure students are work-ready when they graduate.
Across its six campuses, Ara’s dedicated tutors and non-academic staff support students throughout their study journey. A comprehensive range of student services - such as financial assistance, learning support, health and wellbeing services, accommodation, childcare and student events – contributes to the success of every student.
It also has six additional small community hubs which deliver free digital upskilling and personal development courses.