National Certificate in Electrical Engineering (Level 2)
Course details
NZQF Level | 2 |
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About the course
Holders of the qualification have a fundamental knowledge of:
. principles of electricity and magnetism;
. capacitors and semiconductors;
. simple electrical diagrams;
. simple mathematics and mechanics;
. simple electrical instruments and measurements;
. the installation of flexible cords;
. soldering of wires and components;
. the use of safeguards with portable appliances;
. first aid and cardio-pulmonary resuscitation;
. electrical safe working practices and safety testing; and
. basic employment rights and responsibilities.
The qualification has credits in common with, and can lead to, the National Certificate in Electrical Engineering (Level 3) [Ref: 0223]. Alternatively this qualification can lead to the National Certificates in Electrical Engineering (Switchgear Fitter) (Level 3) [Ref: 0933]; Electrical Engineering (Motor Rewinding and Repair) [Ref: 0412]; Industrial Measurement and Control (Level 4) [Ref: 0410]; and Electronic Security (Installer) (Level 3) [Ref: 1102].
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, Christchurch, Queenstown, Gore, Auckland and online through SIT2LRN Distance Learning.
We also have specialised faculties in music and rural education - MAINZ – Music and Audio Institute of New Zealand (Auckland & Christchurch) and Telford in Balclutha, South Otago.