National Certificate in Plastics Processing Technology (Technical) (Level 2) with strands in Injection Moulding, Extrusion, Blow Moulding, Pressure Thermoforming, Vacuum Thermoforming, Blown Film Extrusion, Film Conversion, Injection Stretch-Blow Moulding, Rotational Moulding, Film Slitting, and Expanded Polystyrene Moulding
Course details
| NZQF Level | 2 |
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About the course
The National Certificate in Plastics Processing Technology (Technical) (Level 2) with strands [Ref: 0394] is the entry level qualification in the plastics industry. It is designed as the basis for holders to further their qualifications, in either plastics processing or engineering and maintenance in one specified sector of the plastics industry. Holders of this certificate are able to undertake entry level activities involved in processing, equipment, and tooling under supervision.
The qualification comprises compulsory standards - selected to build sound basic engineering and plastics materials knowledge and capabilities - and strands, which provide candidates with specialised skills and knowledge of particular plastics processing techniques and plastics materials.
In addition to gaining credit for the compulsory standards and a strand, candidates will also choose a balance of credits, to meet the minimum of 75 credits, from an Elective section that is designed to allow recognition of skills relevant to candidates'' specific worksites. The Elective section allows candidates to choose from a range of standards in areas such as core electrical, occupational health and safety practice, and interpersonal communications among others.
People who hold the National Certificate in Manufacturing (Core Skills) (Level 2) [Ref: 1581] are encouraged to further their knowledge and skills through attainment of this specific entry level Plastics Processing Technology (Technical) qualification.
Certificate holders are encouraged to undertake further training towards the National Certificates in Plastics Processing Technology (Technical) (Levels 3 and 4) with strands [Ref: 0395 and Ref: 0396], or the National Certificate in Engineering and Technology (Plastics Engineering) (Level 4) with strands in Injection Moulding, Extrusion, Blow Moulding, Pressure Thermoforming, Vacuum Thermoforming, Blown Film Extrusion, Film Conversion, Injection Stretch-Blow Moulding, and Rotational Moulding [Ref: 1407].
The qualification comprises compulsory standards - selected to build sound basic engineering and plastics materials knowledge and capabilities - and strands, which provide candidates with specialised skills and knowledge of particular plastics processing techniques and plastics materials.
In addition to gaining credit for the compulsory standards and a strand, candidates will also choose a balance of credits, to meet the minimum of 75 credits, from an Elective section that is designed to allow recognition of skills relevant to candidates'' specific worksites. The Elective section allows candidates to choose from a range of standards in areas such as core electrical, occupational health and safety practice, and interpersonal communications among others.
People who hold the National Certificate in Manufacturing (Core Skills) (Level 2) [Ref: 1581] are encouraged to further their knowledge and skills through attainment of this specific entry level Plastics Processing Technology (Technical) qualification.
Certificate holders are encouraged to undertake further training towards the National Certificates in Plastics Processing Technology (Technical) (Levels 3 and 4) with strands [Ref: 0395 and Ref: 0396], or the National Certificate in Engineering and Technology (Plastics Engineering) (Level 4) with strands in Injection Moulding, Extrusion, Blow Moulding, Pressure Thermoforming, Vacuum Thermoforming, Blown Film Extrusion, Film Conversion, Injection Stretch-Blow Moulding, and Rotational Moulding [Ref: 1407].
About the provider
Competenz is one of New Zealand’s industry training organisations. We work with over 3,500 companies and 20,000+ learners in 36 industries around New Zealand each year to build skills, careers and businesses. Most learning takes place on-the-job.
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