Engineering & Electrical Trades - Wellington Institute of Technology

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Engineering
& Electrical
Trades
High-tech equipment and specialist
facilities
Industry focused with real world
projects
Trained tutors with vast industry experience
Wide range of career opportunities
0800 935 832
www.weltec.ac.nz

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Engineering and Electrical Trades at WelTec
If you want a career in the ever advancing fields of
engineering and electrical trades, WelTec has a range
of programmes to suit you. Electrotechnology and
engineering is all around us, it is a part of almost
every aspect of daily life. WelTec offers a variety
of electrical and engineering programmes to meet
the needs of the constantly changing and expanding
industry in New Zealand. With new technologies
emerging, qualified electricians and engineering
technicians are highly sought after.
Our tutors are industry professionals, with a wealth
of knowledge and experience in the areas they
teach. They work with industry advisory groups and
employers to ensure our programmes are up-to-date
with the latest industry advancements to meet the
needs of employers and to ensure that the learning
environment is as close to the real world as it gets.
CONTENTS
3 ENGINEERING TRADES
4 Certificate in Applied Mechanical Engineering (Level 4)
Machining Strand
5 Certificate in Applied Mechanical Engineering (Level 4)
Fabrication Strand
6 National Certificate in Maintenance and Diagnostics in
Mechanical Engineering (Level 5)
6 Part-time Engineering Courses
7 Student Success
8 ELECTRICAL TRADES
9 Certificate in Electrical and Electronic Industry Skills
(Level 2)
10 National Certificate in Electrical Engineering
(Levels 2, 3 and 4)
10 National Certificate in Electrical Engineering (Level 5)
11 Electrical part-time and short courses
11 GENERAL INFORMATION
11 Apprenticeships
11 Facilities

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Engineering Trades
What do engineering professionals do
There are a wide range of career opportunities within the engineering
industry, some of which include:
Maintenance Engineer
Maintenance Engineers assist with the design, building and maintenance
of machines and equipment. This may include air-conditioning systems,
heating and ventilation units, mechanical devices and power plants.
In this role you may also develop manufacturing quality control systems
by studying and improving the mechanical processes and machinery on
production lines. You may also study ways to improve manufacturing and
energy production and investigate problems and faults with machinery.
Light Fabrication (Sheet metal engineer)
As a sheet metal worker you will be responsible for making, installing
and repairing sheet metal products such as vents, machine guards,
ducting, roof flashings and aircraft parts. Sheet metal engineers are also
called light fabrication engineers.
Welder
Welders, also known as welding fabrication engineers, make, join and
repair metal parts for machinery and equipment. This may include motor
bodies, trailer units, containers, truck frames and bridges.
Fitter/Turner
As a fitter and turner, you will make, fit and repair parts for machines
and related equipment used in factories, mining sites, sawmills, on
farms and in boats.
Toolmaker
Also known as an engineering machinist and toolmaker, you will make
tools and other precision equipment used for mass production in goods
such as vehicles, navigational equipment and household appliances.
Heavy Fabrication (Structural sheet workers)
As a heavy fabrication engineer, you will use thick metal plates, pipes
and shaped pieces of metal to make and repair things such as the
framework of buildings, ship hulls, bridges, boilers, storage tanks and
cranes.
LEVEL 4 LEVEL 5 LEVEL 6
National Diploma in Engineering
(Mechanical)
National Certificate in Maintenance
and Diagnostics in Mechanical Engineering
Certificate in Applied Mechanical
Engineering
This diagram demonstrates where you
can enter and exit WelTec’s engineering
programmes.
For further study you may progress onto the
National Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical)
(Level 6). For further information regarding
these two programmes please refer to our
Engineering Technologies brochure or visit
www.weltec.ac.nz

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Certificate in Applied Mechanical
Engineering (Level 4)
The Certificate in Applied Mechanical Engineering is designed for
those interested in pursuing a career in mechanical engineering. The
programme is structured in a way that allows you to work while you
learn with the flexibility of full-time and part-time study options. It
incorporates qualifications at levels 2, 3 and 4.
MACHINING STRAND
Incorporates the following qualifications:
Certificate in Applied Mechanical Engineering (Machining Level 2)
Certificate in Applied Mechanical Engineering (Machining Level 3)
National Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Level 2)
National Certificate in Mechanical Engineering, Maintenance
Engineering, General Engineering, Machining, Fitting and Machining
and Toolmaking (Level 4)
Start date and location
Commences in March at our Petone campus.
Machining is the manufacture of precision componentry from
engineering materials using a wide variety of machining and hand
processes. It also includes plant and equipment maintenance. Level 2 is
common to both machining and fabrication and consists of machining,
fabrication and welding. The first two stages consist of core machining
subjects. In the third stage you will choose an area of specialisation,
either machining and toolmaking or fitting and turning.
Programme content includes:
Engineering drawing
Trade calculations
Welding
Engineering machining
Fitting
Heat treatment
Communications
Fabrication
Pneumatics & hydraulics
CAD
Drawing
Entry requirements
12 NCEA level 1 credits in both literacy and numeracy.
For applicants who have English as a second language, a minimum IELTS
score of 5.5 or equivalent is required.
Where will it take me
You may find work in your chosen field as a fitter and turner,
maintenance engineer or toolmaker or you may progress onto further
study with the National Certificate in Maintenance and Diagnostics in
Mechanical Engineering (Level 5) or the National Diploma in Engineering
(Mechanical) (Level 6).
Programme structure
The programme is structured to allow you to choose between full-time
and part-time study. The final stage of the programme is taught in the
evenings part-time in conjunction with work in the industry and block
courses, as illustrated in the table below.
STAGE 1 STAGE 2 STAGE 3
Machining and Toolmaking
Two years part-time
One year full-time or
Two years part-time
Fitting and Turning
Two years part-time
One year full-time or
part-time if already working in
appropriate industry

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FABRICATION STRAND
You will learn how to cut, shape and join metals to produce components
and structures such as tube, pipe and structural sections as used in the
fabrication industry.
Levels 2 and 3 consist of core fabrication subjects. In level four you will
choose an area of specialisation; light fabrication, heavy fabrication or
fabrication welding.
Programme content includes:
Safety measurement and hand tools
Welding and cutting
CAD and drawing
Trade calculations
Materials
Communication
Fabrication
Programme structure
The programme is structured to allow you to choose between full and
part-time study. The final stage of the programme is taught in the
evenings part-time in conjunction with work in the industry and block
courses, as displayed in the table below.
Incorporates the following qualifications:
National Certificate in Engineering - Fabrication (Level 4) with strands
in Heavy Fabrication, Light Fabrication & Welding
Certificate in Applied Mechanical Engineering (Fabrication Level 2)
Certificate in Applied Mechanical Engineering (Fabrication Level 3)
National Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Level 2)
Start date and location
Commences in March at our Petone campus.
Entry requirements
12 NCEA level 1 credits in both literacy and numeracy.
For applicants who have English as a second language, a minimum IELTS
score of 5.5 or equivalent is required.
Where will it take me
You may find work in your chosen field as a structural sheet worker,
sheet metal engineer, or welder or you may progress onto further study
with the National Certificate in Fabrication in Mechanical Engineering
(Level 5) or the National Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical) (Level 6).
STAGE 1 STAGE 2 STAGE 3
Fabrication Light
One year part-time
One year full-time or
Two years part-time
Fabrication Welding
Two years part-time
One year full-time or
part-time if already working in
appropriate industry
Fabrication Heavy
One year part-time

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National Certificate in Maintenance and
Diagnostics in Mechanical Engineering
(Level 5)
Building on the knowledge gained in the Certificate in Applied
Mechanical Engineering (Level 4), this programme will assist you to
develop advanced skills in the repair and maintenance of machinery
used in the engineering and manufacturing industries. On completion
of this programme you will be able to apply higher-level skills in the
engineering maintenance and diagnostics industry and to specialise in
areas of career interest.
Programme content includes:
Maintenance planning
Working drawings
Heat treatments
Measuring equipment
Electrical
Production processes
Co-ordinate measuring machine
Supervision
Lubrication
Commisioning plant
Part-time Engineering trade
courses
Start date, duration and location
Commences in March and runs for two years part-time in the evenings
at our Petone campus.
Entry requirements
Successful completion of the Certificate in Applied Mechanical
Engineering (Level 4) or an equivalent qualification.
For applicants who have English as a second language a minimum IELTS
score of 5.5 or equivalent is required.
Where will it take me
This qualification opens up a range of options in foreman or workshop
management positions within the engineering industry. You can
also progress onto further study with the Diploma in Engineering
(Mechanical) (Level 6).
We offer a range of part-time courses in welding,
mechanical engineering for those wanting to enter the
industry, up-skill or take a course for self-interest. The
programmes are run in the evenings and on weekends so
you can still work while you learn.
Mig/Tig Welding
Learn how to set up welding and cutting equipment, MIG
welding techniques, TIG welding techniques, how to
recognise and repair the most common welding faults and
basic distortion control techniques.
Runs for three hours per week (in the evening) for 12 weeks
part-time in the evenings at our Petone campus.
Machine Shop Practice
Broaden your skills in turning, milling, grinding,
measurement and heat treatment. Suitable for tradespeople
or experienced hobby metal workers.
Runs for three hours per week (in the evening) for 12 weeks
part-time in the evenings at our Petone campus.
Introduction to Computer Numerical
Control of Machine Tools (CNC)
Provides instruction for CNC lathes and machining centres.
Programming will be done in both NC and APT languages.
You will have access to WelTec’s 7-tool FANUC CNC mil,
OKUMA LB9 lathe and EDGECAM software programme.
Runs for two hours per week (in the evening) for 12 weeks
part-time in the evenings at our Petone campus.

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Student success
Ben Davidge
Certificate in Mechanical Engineering
Ben Davidge was one of those people that knew what his career path
was from the outset. A former Hutt Valley High Student, Ben has always
had a keen focus on technology.
From school he went straight into the Certificate in Mechanical
Engineering at WelTec. "The certificate is hands-on and practical -
creating parts, drawing and some design. I branched off into toolmaking
but there were also options to go into fitting and turning or maintenance
and diagnostics."
"I found that there wasn’t enough time in the day – I just wanted to stay
in class as long as I could. I really enjoyed the projects – making parts
from drawings. It was all based on the workshop environment which I
enjoyed and the theory was there to back up the practical component."
He’s turned his passion into a profession working for Agmar Tools 2000
Ltd in Lower Hutt. Ben is thoroughly enjoying his role. "The type of work
we do at Agmar is really specialised. People think I make hammers for
a living it’s a lot different that that – we would make the machines that
make hammer. A company might come to us with a new part made out
of plastic that they want to put out to the market - we make the parts
and process to create the product."
Mark Fitfield of Agmar Tools has been impressed with Ben. "He’s very
bright and articulate. We’re very proud to have him on staff. It’s hard
to find top calibre people like this and so we think that we are very
lucky."
Manu Pouajen-Blakiston
Core Mechanical Engineering Trades Skills
(now the Certificate in Applied Mechanical
Engineering)
Manu Pouajen-Blakiston was encouraged to try an
apprenticeship, and so he decided to enrol in the Core
Mechanical Engineering Trades Skills (now called the
Certificate in Applied Mechanical Engineering) pre trade course
at WelTec. "It seemed like a straight-forward foot in the door
rather than doing a degree. It was an excellent course, I’ve
always been good with my hands but I had never considered
engineering."
The WelTec pre-trade course suited Manu’s hands on
approach. "WelTec is really practical, it’s a totally different
experience to school. I was learning new skills and it was
exactly what I wanted to do". He found the tutors were a
tremendous help throughout his studies "the tutors were the
best part. Having tutors that have already been in trades was
invaluable, they know the industry really well".
Manu says his qualification prepared him well for the
industry; he even received assistance from his apprenticeship
coordinator in seeking a job. Manu couldn’t be happier with
the job he landed straight out of study. He is currently working
for Victoria University as a Mechanical Workshop Technician
where he is responsible for building and maintaining scientific
equipment. He is enjoying the variation his role provides and is
planning on further study, possibly in physics and engineering.
Manu says the trade industry is an excellent career choice.
There is currently a significant skills shortage and there are
simply not enough Pacific Islanders in the industry. "I can’t
believe more people don’t get into the trades. Pacific people
haven’t been exposed enough to the industry but it is so easy
to start a career in the trades and there is so much work out
there."

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Electrical Trades
What do electrical professionals do
There are many different and varied roles within this field, ranging from
repairing and installing electronic and electrical equipment to designing
and producing systems and equipment. The industry offers a broad
range of careers, including:
Electricians
No day will be the same, working as an electrician. You will get to
work in a variety of settings, on a range of tasks, such as installing,
maintaining and repairing electrical wiring and electrical and electronic
equipment.
Telecommunications Engineering Technicians
The role of a telecommunications technician is similar to an electrical
engineering technician, however a focus is placed on communication
equipment, your work will involve installing, maintaining and repairing
electronic information communication equipment.
Electronic Engineering Technicians
As an electronic engineering technician, you will service, maintain and
test electronic systems and equipment such as computers, televisions
and telecommunications equipment. You may also help design and
produce electronic equipment and systems.
LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 LEVEL 4 LEVEL 5
National Certificate in
Electrical Engineering
National Certificate in
Electrical Engineering
National Certificate in
Electrical Engineering
National Certificate in
Electrical Engineering
Certificate in Electrical and
Electronic Industry Skills
This diagram demonstrates where
you can enter and exit WelTec’s
electrical programmes.
For further study you may progress
onto the National Diploma in
Engineering (Electrotechnology)
(Level 6). For further information
regarding these two programmes
please refer to our Engineering
Technologies brochure.

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Certificate in Electrical and Electronic
Industry Skills (Level 2)
Incorporates the National Certificate in Electrical Engineering (Level 2)
Designed for those wanting to pursue a career as an electrician,
appliance service technician, electrical fitter or electronics
serviceperson, this programme will provide you with broad based
training in all aspects of the industry. The programme includes a large
practical component, including work experience placements.
Programme content includes:
Practical and safe use of instruments and tools
Electrical and electronics theory and practice
Basic training in gas and electric arc welding, mechanical engineering
and carpentry
Operation of commonly used electrical and electronic components
Electrical drawing
Domestic wiring and circuitry
Electrical safety
Earthing
Electronic components
Power supplies and digital logic
Computer skills
Work experience
This programme will also prepare you to sit the Electrical Service
Technician Certificate Paper A (EST A) examination and practical
assessment.
Entry requirements
Open entry. The programme is best suited to those who can perform
basic mathematical functions and have a reasonable standard of English.
All applicants will be required to attend an interview.
For applicants who have English as a second language, a minimum IELTS
score of 5.00 or equivalent is required.
Start date, duration and location
Commences in March and runs for one year full-time at our Petone
campus.
Where will it take me
You may find employment as an apprentice electrician, security
installer, electronic serviceperson or electronic salesperson or
progress onto further study with the National Diploma in Engineering
(Electrotechnology).
Helen O’Rourke
National Certificate in Electrical Engineering
Helen O'Rourke, is wiring up a career in electrical
engineering. Helen has undertaken an apprenticeship with
Newpower Electrical, a large electrical contracting company.
The company offered her a job following an interview
arranged by her tutor at WelTec.
"I wanted to do something practical, not a job where I’d
be sitting down all day," says Helen. "I enjoy working on
different construction sites and being part of making a
building happen. The electrics bring it to life; you just need
the people to turn it all on."
Outside her work and study Helen plays drums in a rock band
and records music in her home studio where her aptitude
with technology also comes in handy.
In the not too distant future Helen is looking forward to
travelling and working overseas once she has completed her
qualification. "When I’ve got my electrical ticket I want to go
to England, then travel the world," she says. Helen expects
that her qualification will stand her in good stead for work at
home and overseas.

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National Certificate in Electrical
Engineering (Levels 2, 3 and 4)
Evening classes and block courses
To become a registered electrician, you need to complete levels 2, 3
and 4. These are undertaken in conjunction with employment as an
apprentice electrician. Level 2 can be completed before commencing
an apprenticeship by completing WelTec's Certificate in Electrical and
Electronic Industry Skills.
Programme content includes:
Electricity and magnetism
Electrical diagrams
Mathematics and mechanics
Electrical instruments and measurements
Installing flexible cords and cables
Soldering of wires and components
Safe working practices, testing, first aid and CPR
Employment rights and responsibilities
Knowledge and application of relevant legislation, codes of
practice and standards
Knowledge of electrical theory, concepts and trade practice
Competence in the practical skills of an electrician
National Certificate in Electrical
Engineering (Level 5)
Evening classes or block course
Following on from the National Certificate in Electrical Engineering (Level 4),
this programme will introduce you to small business management and
electrical inspection. It will help to prepare you for work in a variety of
roles within the electrical contracting and industrial sectors.
Programme content includes:
Electrical inspection
Business management
Circuit protection
Advanced three phase power
Switchgear and switchboards
Electrical installation
Lighting design
Preventative maintenance
Start date, duration and location
Evening classes commence in February and run for two years part-time
at our Petone campus. This programme may also be offered as a block
course.
Start date and location
Each level is completed part-time over one year commencing in February
at our Petone campus. The programme consists of four hours study per
week (taught over one or two evenings) and a one or two week block
course.
A six-week block course is also offered at each level as an alternative to
the evening class programme.
The National Certificates in Electrical Engineering (Levels 2,
3, and 4) are run in conjunction with the Electrotechnology
Industry Training Organisation (ETITO).

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Electrical part-time and short courses
We also offer a range of part-time and short
electrotechnology courses. These include:
Electrical Service Technician Certificates
(EST A & EST B)
Gain the level of expertise required by the Electrical Workers
Registration Board (EWRB) to sit your theory exam and practical
assessment.
EST A provides the skills to service plug in appliances up to
230V. Offered as a one week block course for those with some
prior experience and on Saturdays for 18 weeks for those with
none.
EST B provides the additional skills to service three phase
appliances that are permanently connected to the power supply
up to 400V (you must complete EST A before doing EST B).
Offered as a one week block course for those with some prior
experience and on Saturdays for 18 weeks for those with none.
Practising Licence for Electrical Workers
For electrical workers wishing to renew their practising licence.
Course covers safe working practices, testing, first aid and CPR.
One day refresher courses are offered throughout the year.
General Information
Apprenticeships
An apprenticeship is an on-the-job training scheme, which allows you to
earn while you learn and get qualified. An electrical apprenticeship takes
approximately three years to complete. Most of your training will take
place at work, with the rest at WelTec or another training provider. While
you can get your apprenticeship straight out of school, studying WelTec's
Certificate in Electrical and Electronic Industry Skills will count for a year
of your apprenticeship and may assist you to get a job. You will also learn
valuable additional skills to enhance your electrical career.
Facilities
Taught at our Petone campus, you will have access to a range of
specialised facilities including a soldering lab, industrial electronics lab,
mechatronics lab, machine room and electrical workshop. You’ll be able
to access specialised equipment including a mechatronics production
and automation lab, a 2 1/2 axis CNC Machining Centre, a CNC Milling
Machine, lathes, grinders and CAD and Solidworks computer labs.
You will also have access to WelTec’s state of the art visualisation
and realisation (manufacturing) equipment including a 3D scanner and
digitiser, Z Corp prototyper, FDM prototyper, CNC Daewoo four axis
machining centre and a vacuum casting facility.
Electrical Inspectors Certificate
Aimed at registered electricians who wish to up-skill or upgrade
their registration. Can also be used as a regulations update for
electrical workers. Available as a two week block course or one
evening per week for 18 weeks.
Electrical Trade Revision Courses
Assists you to prepare for the electrician theory and electrician
regulations examinations, as well as the practical assessments
for stages one, two and three. Courses are offered just before
the external examinations.
National Certificate in Telecommunications
(Level 4)
Offered by distance learning and runs for three years part-time.
National Certificate in Electronic Security
(Installers) (Level 3)
Offered as a combination of distance learning, block courses
and evening classes and runs for two years part-time study.
DISCLAIMER:
The information contained in this booklet is correct at the time of printing. However programmes and courses are
subject to change. In some cases programmes are subject to final approval and the number of enrolment applications.

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Private Bag 39803
Wellington Mail Centre, Lower Hutt 5045
Telephone 64 (4) 9202 400
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0800 935 832
www.weltec.ac.nz
Nov 08