Programme overview
If you’re working in the industry or are ready to enter into a work arrangement with an employer, you can further your understanding of light automotive engineering with the New Zealand Certificate in Light Automotive Engineering. At completion of this programme you’ll be able to safely and effectively diagnose and repair mechanical and electronic faults on various vehicles.
As a graduate of this qualification, you will be able to:
- Monitor the workplace and respond to issues as required to maintain a safe and effective workplace
- Apply the appropriate precautionary measures when servicing and repairing high-risk light automotive systems
- Diagnose and repair common faults in light vehicle engines and driveline systems
- Diagnose and repair common faults in light vehicle electrical and electronic systems
- Diagnose and repair common faults in light vehicle steering, suspension, and braking systems
Highlights
- Learn and work in Mataaho, our purpose-built trade facility. This includes multiple workshop spaces and the Giltrap (Volkswagen) sponsored lab with the latest emulation and simulation technologies.
- Improved job prospects: This programme is nationally developed and recognised
- We assist you with employment relationships: This means we work with your employer to recognise the work you do on-site that contributes to your qualification.
- Support and mentoring for students and employers throughout your study
Qualification Pathway
Once you’ve completed this programme and your apprenticeship, you’ll receive the Level 4 qualification: New Zealand Certificate in Light Automotive Engineering. From here, you will be able to work as a qualified Light Automotive Engineer and move on to many other automotive career options.
Graduates may also apply to be assessed for a Warrant of Fitness license via the Vehicle Inspectors Preparatory Course.
How do I gain my qualification?
Admission requirements
What you will need to study this programme.
Domestic students
Academic requirements
You must be at least 16 years of age on the date of the programme’s commencement for the semester, and you’ll need to:
- Achieved the New Zealand Certificate in Automotive Engineering (Level 3); or
- Equivalent skills and experience
And English entry requirements;
If English is not your first language, you will also need at least one of the following qualifications:
Equivalence of a minimum of 12 credits at NCEA Level 1 in English; Or
- Evidence of an overall IELTS (General or Academic) band score of at least 5.5 with no band lower than 5.0; Or
- Equivalent described in NZQA Rules and on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students
Non Academic requirements
Demonstrate the equivalent skills and must be working on approved automotive premises. Find out more about work placement learning here.
Don’t meet these Academic requirements?
- If you don’t meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes can help you qualify.
- You may also be eligible for special or discretionary admission.
Simply apply online, and we’ll be in touch about your next steps.
For more information download the full programme regulations, click here to download
Courses and timetables
For more details on the courses including timetables, please click on the course names below.
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| Courses | Credits | Aim |
|---|---|---|
| Effective Workplace Maintenance & Safety(ENVS4501) | 15.0 credits (0.125 EFTS) | To enable students to apply knowledge to monitor the automotive workplace to maintain a safe and effective workplace, and respond to issues as required. |
| High Risk Automotive Systems Safety(ENVS4502) | 10.0 credits (0.083 EFTS) | To enable students to apply their understanding of relevant precautionary measures when servicing and repairing high risk light automotive systems. |
| Engine Systems(ENVS4503) | 15.0 credits (0.125 EFTS) | To enable students to apply knowledge and skills to diagnose and repair common engine system faults. |
| Fuel and Emission Systems(ENVS4504) | 10.0 credits (0.083 EFTS) | To enable students for students to acquire the skill set necessary to diagnose and repair common fuel and emission system faults. |
| Driveline Systems(ENVS4505) | 15.0 credits (0.125 EFTS) | To enable students for students to apply their knowledge and skills to diagnose and repair common driveline faults. |
| Transmission Systems(ENVS4506) | 15.0 credits (0.125 EFTS) | To enable students to apply their knowledge and skills to diagnose and repair faults common to transmission systems. |
| Climate Control(ENVS4507) | 15.0 credits (0.125 EFTS) | To enable students to apply their knowledge and skills to diagnose and repair faults common to climate control systems. |
| Vehicle Safety Systems(ENVS4508) | 15.0 credits (0.125 EFTS) | To enable students to apply their knowledge and skills to diagnose and repair common faults found in vehicle safety systems. |
| Body Control Systems(ENVS4509) | 15.0 credits (0.125 EFTS) | To enable students to apply their knowledge and skills to diagnose and repair faults common to body control systems. |
| Wiring Systems(ENVS4510) | 15.0 credits (0.125 EFTS) | To enable students to to apply their knowledge and skills to diagnose and repair common faults found in wiring systems including soldering, and in starting and charging systems. |
| Braking Systems(ENVS4511) | 15.0 credits (0.125 EFTS) | To enable students to apply their knowledge and skills to diagnose and repair common light vehicle braking system faults. |
| Suspension Systems(ENVS4512) | 15.0 credits (0.125 EFTS) | To enable students to acquire the skill set necessary to diagnose and repair common non-independent and independent suspension system faults. |
| Steering Systems(ENVS4513) | 15.0 credits (0.125 EFTS) | To enable students to apply their knowledge and skills to complete wheel alignment work and diagnose and repair faults common to steering systems. |
| Wheels and Tyres(ENVS4514) | 15.0 credits (0.125 EFTS) | To enable students to apply their knowledge and skills to diagnose and repair common wheel and tyre faults, identify tyre rejection reasons and carry out tyre replacement to industry compliant standard. |
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