Students will learn the core knowledge and practical skills required to meet industry needs in their chosen engineering strand.
At Wintec, it is not just about theory; it is about developing the skills students need to actually do the job, so hands-on laboratory work reinforces theory taught in classrooms. Students will learn how to design products, how components work, the materials they are made from and how to manufacture them. Then, using SolidWorks, students will learn how to draw and present designs for industry, leading to a final semester industry-relevant project.
We are closely involved with the mechanical engineering industry. From our qualified tutors, many of whom are still working in the industry, to our relationship with WECA (Waikato Engineering Careers Association), who assists us in finding work placements and career opportunities for Wintec students.
With this qualification, students will enter the engineering industry with the ability to apply understanding and skills to the standard expected of a practising engineering technician.
Before students learn how to design machines, they will learn how to use them - lathes, shaping machines, milling machines, welders, and more. Then, using cutting-edge 3D modelling software, including SolidWorks and AutoCAD, students will produce drawings to industry standards (AS1100).
There are 11 compulsory modules that must be completed over the two-year programme. Additionally, there is a mixture of elective modules that can be studied. Students will be able to discuss this choice with the Programme Manager as these will depend on the pathway chosen.
Common compulsory modules
| Module code | Module name | Level | Credits | Pre-requisites | Co-requisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DE4101 | Engineering Fundamentals | 4 | 15 | ||
| DE4102 | Engineering Mathematics 1 | 4 | 15 | ||
| DE4103 | Technical Literacy | 4 | 15 | ||
| DE6101 | Engineering Management | 6 | 15 | Min of 105 credits from NZDE | |
| DE6102 | Engineering Project | 6 | 15 | DE4103 Min of 45 credits at Level 5 |
Mechanical Engineering strand compulsory modules
| Module code | Module name | Level | Credits | Pre-requisites | Co-requisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DE3301 | Engineering Practice | 3 | 15 | ||
| DE4301 | Engineering CAD | 4 | 15 | DE4103 | |
| DE4302 | Mechanics | 4 | 15 | DE4101 DE4102 DE4103 | |
| DE4303 | Material Properties | 4 | 15 | ||
| DE5301 | Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer | 5 | 15 | DE4101 DE4102 DE4103 | |
| DE6301 | Fluid Mechanics | 6 | 15 | DE4101
DE4102 DE4103 |
Mechanical specialisation compulsory modules
| Module code | Module name | Level | Credits | Pre-requisites | Co-requisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DE5302 | Strength of Materials 1 | 5 | 15 | DE4302 | |
| DE5303 | Manufacturing Processes | 5 | 15 | DE4303 | |
| DE5304 | Electrical Fundamentals | 5 | 15 | DE4101 DE4102 DE4103 |
Mechanical specialisation elective modules (two to be selected)
| Module code | Module name | Level | Credits | Pre-requisites | Co-requisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DE6302 | Mechanics of Machines | 6 | 15 | DE5302 | |
| DE6308 | Strength of Materials 2 | 6 | 15 | DE5302 | |
| DE6309 | Advanced Thermodynamics | 6 | 15 | DE5301
| |
| DE6315 | Fluid Power | 6 | 15 | ||
| DE6419 | Maintenance Engineering Management (common with the Electrical Elective list) | 6 | 15 |
Services specialisation compulsory
| Module code | Module name | Level | Credits | Pre-requisites | Co-requisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DE5304 | Electrical Fundamentals | 5 | 15 | DE4101 DE4102 DE4103 | |
| DE6303 | Water-based Heat Transfer Systems | 6 | 15 | DE5302 | |
| DE6311 | Air Handling Systems | 6 | 15 | DE5301
| |
| Services specialisation electives: two to be selected | |||||
| DE5402 | PLC Programming 1 | 5 | 15 | ||
| DE6304 | Piped Services Systems | 6 | 15 | DE5301 | |
| DE6312 | Building Management and Control Systems | 6 | 15 | DE5301 | |
| DE6313 | Industrial Refrigeration Systems | 6 | 15 | DE5301 | |
| DE6314 | Commercial and Light Industrial RAC Systems | 6 | 15 | DE5301 | |
| DE6419 | Maintenance Engineering Management (this is common with the Electrical Elective list) | 6 | 15 | ||
Production specialisation compulsory
| Module code | Module name | Level | Credits | Pre-requisites | Co-requisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DE5303 | Manufacturing Processes | 5 | 15 | DE4303 | |
| DE5304 | Electrical Fundamentals | 5 | 15 | DE4101 DE4102 DE4103 | |
| DE6305 | Quality and Reliability | 6 | 15 | DE5302 | |
| DE6306 | Operations Management | 6 | 15 | DE6305
| |
| DE6307 | Planning and Control | 6 | 15 | DE4102 |
Metallurgy specialisation compulsory
No two days are the same for Tahiwi Magner who, on any given day, could be working on wind farms and bridges throughout New Zealand, carrying out earthquake strengthening and demolition projects or flying overseas to meet new clients.
This diversity is what the 29-year-old loves most about his job as Engineering Manager at Hamilton’s Industrial Site Services Co Ltd.
Graduates of the New Zealand Diploma in Engineering may be employed as engineering technicians in workplaces that have a technical/engineering basis relevant to their specialist engineering strand (mechanical, civil, electrical, and electronics).
The mechanical engineering strand roles include designing, manufacturing, and maintaining tools, engines, machines, and systems.
General academic admission
a) Candidates are required to have gained:
i) a minimum total of 48 NCEA credits at Level 2 in four subjects, including at least 12 credits in Mathematics (preferably from achievement standards in algebra, calculus or trigonometry); or
ii) equivalent
qualifications (e.g. International Baccalaureate or Cambridge); or
iii) equivalent credits from trades training and/or demonstrated skills and experience, and
iv) a minimum of 10 literacy credits at Level 1 or higher (for those who achieved
NCEA Level 2 before 2013).
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 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 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 Centre Director or designated nominee.
English language requirements
Candidates who have English as a second language are required to have an International English Language Test System (IELTS) score of 6.0, with no individual band score lower than 5.5; or equivalent.
To check what you need to gain 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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