New Zealand Certificate in Foundation Skills (Level 2) - Auto Mechanical
Course details
| NZQF Level | 2 |
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About the course
This 20-week programme provides students with the basic learning and employability skills needed to go onto further training or employment in entry level mechanical and automotive engineering sector roles.
There is a strong focus on project-based learning designed to develop engineering knowledge and practical skills while also developing an understanding of personal wellbeing and career development.
The programme also seeks to broaden general skills relating to working effectively with other people and cultures.
The student will develop foundation knowledge and skills in the mechanical engineering field, focusing on welding and fabrication, under supervision. Additionally they will develop foundation knowledge and skills in the automotive engineering field, focusing on the main vehicle systems and working on engines, under supervision.
This learning will culminate in the student applying foundation knowledge and skills in the engineering field focusing on designing, fabricating, assembling and testing a single occupant vehicle or project of similar complexity, under supervision.
They will also gain an understanding of the training and career opportunities in this field as well as strategies to help develop or review their career pathway plan.
Entry requirements
Open entry for those at least 16 years of age on the date the programme starts, however ākonga should be proficient in the English language for general communication (both written and spoken) as the programme will be delivered in English. The ability to read and understand the English language is advantageous.
English language proficiency may be demonstrated via any method proposed by SIT, for example during a personal interview at SIT, or a telephone interview.
All decisions will be at the discretion of the Programme Manager in conjunction with the Head of Faculty.
*This course is not available to international students.
About the provider
Southern Institute of Technology (SIT) provides quality tertiary education and training across a wide range of subjects and qualifications. From certificates to postgraduate studies, we offer NZQA programmes for students to learn at a level and pathway that suits them.
We are home to the Zero Fees Scheme and are the only tertiary provider in New Zealand to offer a no tuition cost education to domestic NZ students for every year of study, at all levels.
We offer SIT programmes at campuses in Invercargill, Queenstown, Gore, and online through SIT2LRN Distance Learning.
We also have a specialised faculty in rural education at Telford in Balclutha, South Otago.