Certificate in Automotive Engineering

Successful graduates of this programme will be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of automotive theory, concepts and trade practice and apply that knowledge to both preventative and corrective automotive situations. They will have the skills, attitude and knowledge to work safely in the automotive workshop and knowledge of relevant legislation, codes of practice and standards.

Applicants must satisfy the following criteria: Be 16 years of age or older on the 1st of January in the year that the student enrolls, unless approved otherwise by the Programme Manager. The student can reasonably expect to achieve the standards required for successful completion of the programme.

NorthTec is part of Te Pūkenga – New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology (Te Pūkenga). Te Pūkenga brings the Institutes of Technology and Polytechnics (ITPs) and the arranging training activities of certain Industry Training Organisations (ITOs) together to create a national network.

As one national network, Te Pūkenga will provide flexible, career-focused learning that fits around your life – on-the-job, on campus and online. Helping our people, our communities and our workforces grow and thrive together.

NorthTec has campuses and learning centres in Whangarei, Ngāwhā/Kaikohe, Kerikeri, Dargaville and Kaitaia. 

We’re transforming lives right here in Te Tai Tokerau, Northland so whether you imagine yourself as a chef, a nurse, or dream of getting a job in a trade, check out our over 100 programmes and enrol now for a brighter future.