Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Mechanical)
Course details
| NZQF Level | 7 |
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About the course
Mechanical engineering technologists design and advise on the building and repair of machines and tools. They could spend their day determining the requirements of the production manager, carrying out feasibility studies, researching the use of energy sources, machinery and materials, using CAD software to model plans or preparing drawings of machines or machine parts.
This programme is for those who want a career in engineering. Students will learn theory and practical skills using technology in our engineering labs. The Bachelor of Engineering Technology is accredited by the Institution of Professional Engineers New Zealand (IPENZ).
If students are in employment, the project module can be tailored to their workplace.
First year
Students will study mechanical engineering theory and then put learning into practice through project work. Students will study six standard engineering courses plus two courses specific to their major, mechanical engineering, in the first year.
Second year
Students will study mechanical production, manufacturing processes, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and the strength of different materials and product design in their second year of study.
Third year
The third year involves a major project linked to industry; students will continue with specialist subjects to provide in-depth knowledge of various mechanical infrastructures' operation and design requirements.
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About the provider
Based in Hamilton, the Waikato Institute of Technology (Wintec), is one of the country’s largest institutes of technology. We deliver high-quality education across vocational (technical) and professional fields of study to approximately 13,000 students, across over 130 different courses.
At Wintec students are educated in a way that builds their confidence and gets them work-ready. We differ from other types of tertiary providers in the way students get the chance to put their theoretical learning into practice from the very start. You will get to work on real-life projects based on relevant topics and themes as if you were in the workplace. You will also get involved in work placements. This means that by the time you graduate, you will be confident in your skills and knowledge, and know-how to apply your learnings. Our academic staff have years of industry experience between them, which means they can guide you on your journey.
Wintec maintains collaborative relationships with local industry and iwi to identify the needs of the region and community. Fostering strong networks that our students and graduates benefit from is a high priority for us. Understanding the needs of local industry, what type of graduates they need now, and what they will need in the future is critical to assisting industry and our graduates.