New Zealand Certificate in Electrical Engineering Theory (Level 3)
Course details
| NZQF Level | 3 |
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About the course
What you will learn
- Gain an understanding of electrical theory and practical skills
- Learn the use of test instruments and take measures
- Develop skills in circuit drawing
- Carry out practical wiring and testing of electrical systems
- Participate in basic wiring practices
- Learn how to diagnose and fix faults
- Circuit installations
- Learn safe worksite practice and acquire the ability to identify electrical hazards
Career options
You could start work as an apprentice to a qualified electrician.
- Electrician
- Electrical fitter
- Electronics service person
- Appliance service technician
Entry criteria
Ability to undertake the physical requirements of the programme.
Under 20 years
- NCEA level 1 or evidence of equivalent skills and knowledge.
Over 20 years
Open entry
Government's Targeted Training and Apprenticeship Fund (TTAF)
These programmes are FREE under TTAF, covering; compulsory tuition fees, compulsory course costs and compulsory student services fees. Visit tec.govt.nz for more information about TTAF.
Start your career as an electrician. Learn the skills and theory that an electrician needs in their daily work. This course will give you broad-based training in all aspects of the industry.
About the provider
The Wellington Institute of Technology is a tertiary institution that trains around 6,100 students every year. We offer a range of industry-led qualifications from trades through to degrees and postgraduate programmes that are future-focused, developed alongside industry and provide students with practical skills so you can pursue your career goals.
WelTec is one of New Zealand's oldest tertiary education institutions and the second-oldest in Wellington. We’ve been helping people find their vocation since 1904.