Rotokauri Information Session
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As an electrical engineering technologist, a workday could involve being busy specifying, designing, or supervising the construction of systems and equipment that produce, distribute or use electricity, calculating costs and materials needed, bidding for contracts, overseeing electricity system tests and writing reports or even instruction manuals.
Electrical engineering includes the specialist area of mechatronics, which merges the two disciplines of mechanical engineering and power engineering for in-depth knowledge of the fundamental components of power automated systems.
This programme is for those who want a career in engineering. Students will learn theory and hands-on practical skills using modern technology in our engineering labs. If students are in employment, the project module can be tailored to their workplace.
Six of the largest institutes of technology and polytechnics in New Zealand have consulted with industry leaders to create this up-to-date, industry-relevant programme. The Bachelor of Engineering Technology is accredited by the Institution of Professional Engineers New Zealand (IPENZ).
Year 1
In the first year, students will study core engineering modules and an electrical engineering module. There are three pathways to choose from when it comes to the Bachelor of Engineering Technology (Electrical):
Year 2
In the second year, students will study modules entirely specific to the electrical engineering major. This could be in the design, operation and protection of power systems, machinery, or electronics.
Year 3
In the final year, students will put all the skills and processes they've learned into completing a practical, industry-based project. If already in employment, students can tailor the project to suit their workplace.
All majors - common compulsory modules
Module code | Module name | Level | Credits | Pre-requisites | Co-requisites |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
MG5001 | Engineering Computing | 5 | 15 | ||
MG5002 | Engineering Mechanics | 5 | 15 | ||
MG5003 | Engineering Communication | 5 | 15 | ||
MG5004 | Engineering Mathematics 1 | 5 | 15 | ||
MG5005 | Engineering Design and Drawing | 5 | 15 | ||
MG6103 | Engineering Management Principles | 5 | 15 | MG5003 | |
MG7101 | Engineering Development Project | 7 | 30 | Minimum of 30 credits at level 6 in chosen major; and Civil: MG6106 and Electrical/Mechanical: MG6136 | |
MG7121 | Professional Engineering Practice | 7 | 15 | MG6103 | |
MG6136 | Design | 6 | 15 | MG5005 |
Electrical major compulsory modules
Module code | Module name | Level | Credits | Pre-requisites | Co-requisites |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Electrical Principles; and Electronic Principles | 5 5 | 15 15 |
Note: only one combination is compulsory – either MG5034/MG5035, or MG5014/MG5105
Power pathway – recommended modules
Module code | Module name | Level | Credits | Pre-requisites | Co-requisites |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
MG5016 | Elements of Power Engineering | 5 | 15 | MG5015 or MG5034 | |
MG5017 | Electrical Machines | 5 | 15 | MG5015 or MG5034 | |
MG5018 | PLC Programming 1 | 5 | 15 | MG5001 and one of MG5014 or MG5034 or MG5033 or | |
MG5021 | Electronics Manufacturing 1 | 5 | 15 | MG5015 or MG5035 | |
MG6117 | Power Distribution | 6 | 15 | MG5016 | |
MG6118 | Sustainable Energy and Power Electronics | 6 | 15 | MG5004, and MG5015 or MG5035 | |
MG6019 | PLC Programming 2 | 6 | 15 | MG5018 | |
MG6190 | Mathematics 2 | 6 | 15 | MG5004 | |
MG6020 | Automation | 6 | 15 | MG6019 | |
MG7110 | Power Systems | 7 | 15 | MG5016 | |
MG7011 | Electrical Machine Dynamics | 7 | 15 | MG5017 |
Electronic pathway – recommended modules
Module code | Module name | Level | Credits | Pre-requisites | Co-requisites |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
MG5019 | Electronics 1 | 5 | 15 | MG5015 or MG5035 | |
MG5020 | Microcontroller Systems 1 | 5 | 15 | MG5001 | |
MG5021 | Electronics Manufacturing 1 | 5 | 15 | MG5015 or MG5035 | |
MG5022 | Programming for Engineers 1 | 5 | 15 | MG5001 | |
MG6021 | Electronics 2 | 6 | 15 | MG5019 | |
MG6022 | Microcontroller Systems 2 | 6 | 15 | MG5020 | |
MG6023 | Electronics Manufacturing 2 | 6 | 15 | MG5021 | |
MG6024 | Electronic Design | 6 | 15 | MG5015 or MG5035, MG5020 | |
MG7012 | Signal Processing | 7 | 15 | MG5004 MG5019 | |
MG7013 | Embedded Systems | 7 | 15 | MG6022 |
Mechatronics pathway – recommended modules
Module code | Module name | Level | Credits | Pre-requisites | Co-requisites |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
MG5018 | PLC Programming 1 | 5 | 15 | MG5001 and one of MG5014 or MG5034 or MG5033 | |
MG5021 | Electronics Manufacturing 1 | 5 | 15 | MG5015 or MG5035 | |
MG5026 | Instrumentation and Control 1 | 5 | 15 | MG5014 or MG5034 | |
MG6019 | PLC Programming 2 | 6 | 15 | MG5018 | |
MG6031 | Instrumentation and Control 2 | 6 | 15 | MG5004 MG5026 | |
MG6032 | Fluid Mechanics (Mech) | 6 | 15 | MG5002 MG5004 | |
MG6033 | Mechanics of Machines | 6 | 15 | MG5002 MG5004 | |
MG6190 | Mathematics 2 | 6 | 15 | MG5004 | |
MG6020 | Automation | 6 | 15 | MG6019 | |
MG7017 | Robotics | 7 | 15 | MG6019 MG6033 | |
MG7018 | Systems and Control | 7 | 15 | MG6031 |
Common electives
Module code | Module name | Level | Credits | Pre-requisites | Co-requisites |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
MG7025 | Project Management | 7 | 15 | MG6103 | |
MG7026 | Risk Management | 7 | 15 | MG6103 | |
MG5090 | Heritage, Culture and Sustainability in Engineering | 5 | 15 | ||
MG6048 | Special Topic | 6 | 15 | ||
MG7047 | Special Topic | 7 | 15 | ||
MG6190 | Mathematics 2 | 5 | 15 | MG5004 |
Electrical electives
Module code | Module name | Level | Credits | Pre-requisites | Co-requisites |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
MG6047 | Protection | 6 | 15 | MG5032 and MG5107 |
Option
Module code | Module name | Level | Credits | Pre-requisites | Co-requisites |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
DFNZ701 | Design Factory | 7 | 30 |
The 30 credit module DFNZ701: Design Factory 1 can be offered as an option within any Wintec degree programme, wherever the degree programme structures allows such an option. Admission into the Design Factory module is on negotiation with the Centre Director or delegated authority and selection into the module is in line with the Design Factory process.
Students will learn in a purpose-built trades and engineering facility at the Rotokauri Campus. This facility provides learning opportunities that reflects industry standards and uses the latest techniques and technologies.
Wintec tutors are highly trained and qualified in their specialist fields. They are right up to date with what students need to know for future employment. Students will be provided with opportunities for practical experience through project work, site visits, and investigations. Wintec maintains strong partnerships with industry leaders bringing valuable resources such as guest speakers, current skills, and knowledge.
In their third year of study, students can apply to study the 30 credit Design Factory NZ module. This experience teaches a range of problem-solving methodologies, which students will apply to a real-world challenge provided by an industry partner. Students will work in a multi-disciplinary team alongside students from engineering, business, IT, sport and exercise science, media arts, and more.
Joining Design Factory NZ will provide students with the opportunity
to learn and work in new ways, prototype solutions to complex problems, and develop their soft skills of creativity, empathy, and communication - all in high-demand for the future workplace.
Read more about Design Factory NZ here.
Graduates may be employed in roles such as:
General academic admission
a) Candidates are required to have:
i) obtained a minimum of 42 credits at Level 3 or higher on the New Zealand Qualifications Framework, including:
(1) Three subjects at level 3 including a minimum of 14 credits in Physics;
and
(2) A minimum of 14 credits in Calculus; and
(3) One other subject with a minimum of 14 credits from the list of approved subjects *; and
(4) Literacy – 10 credits at Level 2 or above,
made up of 5 credits in reading and 5 credits in writing; and
(5) Numeracy – 10 credits at Level 1 or above (specified achievement standards, or unit standards 26623, 26626, 26627 – all three required).
* NZQA approved subjects
ii) obtained the New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (NZDE) with a 60% or better overall grade average; or
iii) completed at least two years relevant work experience post-graduation; or
iv) gained admission approved
by the Programme Committee/Centre Director; or
v) completed equivalent academic qualifications which may include University Bursary with 45% or more in both Physics and Calculus or Algebra; equivalent Cambridge score, equivalent International
Baccalaureate.
UE 2020
Applicants who achieved University Entrance through NCEA in 2020 will be assessed under separate NZQA entry requirements that take into account the impacts of COVID-19. Candidates are required to have:
Special admission
Domestic applicants aged 20 years or above who have not met the General Admission or entry requirements for a programme but whose skills, education or work experience indicate that they have a reasonable chance of success1 may be eligible for Special Admission. Special admission will be granted at the discretion of the relevant Centre Director or designated nominee. Such applicants may be required to successfully complete a foundation, bridging or tertiary introductory programme as a condition of entry into higher level programmes.
Provisional entry
Domestic applicants aged under 20 years who have not met the general academic admission and entry criteria for a programme but who can demonstrate a reasonable chance of success through other educational attainment and/or work or life experience may be eligible for provisional entry at the discretion of the relevant Centre Director or designated nominee. Provisional entry places restrictions on re-enrolment to be lifted if the applicant’s performance is deemed satisfactory by the relevant Centre Director or designated nominee.
Selection criteria
a) Candidates may be required to attend an interview and may be required to produce a work-based portfolio (where appropriate).
b) Where applications exceed the number of places available, the following selection criteria may be applied:
i)
academic achievement in related subject areas such as statistics, technology, and graphics;
ii) previous academic achievements;
iii) communication skills;
iv) motivation to complete the programme;
v) life or work experience in,
or appropriate to, the programme;
vi) ability to participate in fieldwork aspects of the programme, where relevant.
English language requirements
Candidates who have English as a second language are required to have an overall International English Language Test System (IELTS) score of 6.0 or better in the academic band, with a minimum of 6.0 in the written and speaking bands, and a minimum of 5.5 in the reading and listening bands; or equivalent.
To check what you need to gain direct entry to a course, review the entry criteria available on each programme page. These assist you in understanding what qualifications or experience are typically required to gain entry. You can contact our team at info@wintec.ac.nz or 0800 2 Wintec at any time for further guidance.
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Venue: Student Street, G Block, Rotokauri Campus
Venue: Student Street, G Block, Rotokauri Campus
Returning students
Semester 1 classes start on Monday 17 February 2025.
Semester 2 classes start on Monday 21 July 2025.
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