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Bachelor of Applied Technology – Electrotechnology

The rapidly growing field of electrical and electronic technology requires professionals who not only excel in technical expertise but also possess strong business acumen. This unique programme equips you with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in a variety of technology-related roles.

Level
7
Credits
360 (3.0 EFTS)
Campus
Mt Albert
Start dates
February or July
Duration
Full-time for three years or part-time options available

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Programme overview

Keep pace with the rapid advances in technology, as well as the technical, business and interpersonal skills required in the field of electrical and electronic technology. This programme will help you to discover what it takes to develop and service electrical and electronics equipment. You’ll also learn how to extend your technical, business and interpersonal skills to be able to critically evaluate, problem solve, and work cross-functionally to prepare for supervisory and/or management roles. 

Upon graduating from this programme, you’ll have a good understanding of the industry, and would have gained transferable skills and confidence in management and problem solving. You’ll also be able to use conceptual thinking and innovative technology practice to provide effective industry solutions. There are highly desirable skills and knowledge sought after in the industry, which means that your learnings from this programme could lead to career progression, creative invention or thought leadership, as well as entrepreneurial enterprise. 

Highlights

  • Great industry links: thanks to our strong ties with industry sponsors, you get to hone your skills using the latest electronics software, work-bench-simulated circuits, mechatronics and electronic workbenches and microprocessor hardware. There’s even opportunity for them to sponsor your final-year project. 

  • You’ll undertake a major industry project in your final year, giving you a chance to make valuable contacts. 

  • The mix of theory and practical work will provide you with the knowledge to confidently apply your skills in a wide range of situations and/or turn your inventive ideas into reality. 

Qualification pathway 

Once you’ve successfully completed this programme pathway, you’ll receive the qualification: Bachelor of Applied Technology. 

Admission requirements

What you will need to study this programme. 

Academic requirements

You must have completed at least one of the following:

  • A minimum of 42 credits at NCEA Level 3 or higher on the National Qualifications Framework, with​​;
    • ​A minimum of 114 credits in any two of the following subjects: Physics, Mathematics, Statistics and Modelling, or any other technical domain
    • A minimum of 14 credits taken from no more than two additional domains on the NZQF; and
    • A minimum of 14 credits at Level 1 or higher in mathematics or pangarau on the New Zealand Qualifications and Credentials Framework; and
    • A minimum of 8 credits at Level 2  or higher in English or Te Reo Māori (a minimum of four in reading and four in writing);  
  • Successful completion of New Zealand Certificate in Electrical Pre-Trade (Level 3)
  • Equivalent academic qualifications which may include:
    • University Bursary with 45% or more in both Physics and Calculus or Algebra; or
    • Equivalent Cambridge score; or
    • Equivalent International Baccalaureate
And meet one of the English entry requirements;
  • a minimum of 8 credits at Level 2 or higher in English or Te Reo Māori (a minimum of 4 credits must be in Reading and a minimum of 4 credits must be in Writing)
  • Provide evidence that they have the necessary English language proficiency required for the Programme as demonstrated through the use of evidence of one of the kinds described in NZQA Rules on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students Web-page.

Don’t meet these Academic requirements?

For more information, download the full programme regulations; click here to download 

Academic requirements 

As a part of this requirement, you must meet at least 16 years of age and meet one of the below;

  • Successful completion of New Zealand Certificate in Electrical Pre-Trade (Level 3)
  • All applicants must be at least 16 years of age when they begin their studies, and they should meet the country-specific admission requirement;
  • And English entry requirements;
    • ​If English is not your first language, you will also need at least one of the following qualifications:
      • Evidence of an IELTS (Academic) band score of at least 6 with no band score lower than 5.5
      • University Entrance Literacy: 8 credits at Level 2 or higher in English or Te Reo Māori (a minimum of 4 credits must be in Reading and a minimum of 4 credits must be in Writing);
      • Provide evidence that they have the English language proficiency required for the Programme as demonstrated through evidence of one of the kinds described in NZQA Rules on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students Web-page.

Don’t meet these Academic requirements?

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.

Compulsory coursesElective courses
Level 5Level 6Level 7
Level 5Level 6Level 7
Courses Credits Aim
Technology Skills 1(APTE5101) 15.0 credits (0.125 EFTS) To introduce and develop effective skills for the investigations and learning required for studies in technology.
Technology Skills 2(APTE5102) 15.0 credits (0.125 EFTS) To develop knowledge and understanding of industry structures, Treaty of Waitangi//Tiriti o Waitangi implications, small business practices, and use of industry software in selected areas of technology.
Courses Credits Aim
Sustainable Technologies(APTE6103) 15.0 credits (0.125 EFTS) To enable the student to investigate sustainable technology principles and integrate this knowledge within a local context.
Technology Practice(APTE6104) 15.0 credits (0.125 EFTS) To enable the student to investigate and apply systems of environmental resource management and sustainability
Courses Credits Aim
Industry Investigation(APTE7105) 15.0 credits (0.125 EFTS) To enable the student to investigate an area of industry and to compose and present a formal research proposal.
Industry Project(APTE7106) 30.0 credits (0.250 EFTS) To enable the student to conduct research within the context of an industry area
Courses Credits Aim
Technology Materials(APTE5201) 15.0 credits (0.125 EFTS) To develop an understanding of the properties, performance and applications of common materials relevant to technologies.
Engineering Computer Aided Design(APTE5202) 15.0 credits (0.125 EFTS) To develop introductory knowledge and skills of Draughting and Computer-Aided Design (CAD) related to a particular technical discipline
Single Phase Installations(APTE5604) 15.0 credits (0.125 EFTS) To enable the student to develop fundamental electrical knowledge of single phase installations and appliances.
Computer Programming(APTE5606) 15.0 credits (0.125 EFTS) To enable the student to develop an understanding in the practice of a disciplined approach to computer programming.
Courses Credits Aim
Negotiated Studies(APTE6206) 15.0 credits (0.125 EFTS) The purpose of this course is to foster the development of the learner-practitioner who embraces life-long, personal and professional advancement.
Steering and Suspension(APTE6507) 15.0 credits (0.125 EFTS) To enable students to analyse theoretical and practical aspects of steering and suspension
Courses Credits Aim
Professional Business Management(APTE7207) 15.0 credits (0.125 EFTS) To study the strategic management of businesses in a sector, their business management models and practices.
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