Automotive Engineering (Level 3)
About the programme
Rev-up your employment opportunities by studying the NZ Motor Industry. This course will give you fast-track access to a range of ever-changing and exciting automotive-related careers.
The course includes an introduction to basic light vehicle servicing, identifying faults and replacing components such as braking systems, cooling systems, driveline, steering and suspension. This hands-on course would suit people who are looking to enter the motor industry and will provide an overall understanding of motor vehicles.
Vocational pathway: Manufacturing and Technology
Programme code: WTA009
NCEA level: 3
Number of credits: 29
Programme structure: One day per week (8.30am-3pm) during the school term.
Duration of programme: 31 weeks
Location: Rotokauri Campus, Hamilton.
Entry criteria: To move on to year two, you will need to have completed 80% of the available credits in year one. Candidates who do not meet this may be accepted at the discretion of the WTA.
Further details: www.youthguarantee.net.nz
You must enrol through your school. See your careers advisor.
Programme content
| Unit Standard | Title | Version | Level | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3856 | Demonstrate knowledge of carrying out emergency procedures in the automotive and related industries | 10 | 3 | 2 |
| 30434 | Service a vehicle or machine | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| 30568 | Demonstrate knowledge of brake systems | 1 | 3 | 4 |
| 30517 | Service a brake system on a vehicle or machine | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| 30518 | Bleed a hydraulic brake system | 1 | 3 | 2 |
| 30566 | Demonstrate knowledge of steering and suspension systems | 1 | 3 | 2 |
| 30519 | Service steering and suspension systems on a vehicle or machine | 1 | 3 | 4 |
| 30479 | Service an automotive cooling system | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| 30480 | Demonstrate knowledge of automotive cooling systems and engine coolant | 1 | 3 | 2 |
| 30516 | Replace driveline components | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| Total NZQA Credits | 29 | |||