Programme overview
Develop the expertise for a career as an electronics engineer or electrical engineer and explore subjects including engineering computing, mechanics, mathematics, design and drawing and professional practice in this 3 year (full-time) programme.
Learn how to use your practical and analytical skills to resolve electrical engineering problems and acquire in-depth knowledge of your chosen specialisation: in either electronics, power or mechatronics engineering.
There are 3 pathways within this major. Choose from:
Mechatronics: This is the pathway for you if you want to work with robotics and automation to produce better products and processes. Mechatronics is a multidisciplinary field that requires you to combine learning and work across several engineering fields including mechanical, electronics, computer, telecommunications, systems and control engineering.
Power: This field deals with the generation, transmission, distribution, and utilisation of electric power and the related electrical systems. Work in this field can include designing the equipment or systems that produce, use or distribute electricity. It could also lead to supervising, maintenance or operations of these systems and equipment.
Electronics: This is the science of electrically controlling electrical energy through circuits using active and passive electrical components and interconnection technology. This will lead to work in design, development, testing, and/or supervision of the manufacturing of electrical equipment.
Highlights
- Get qualified in three years (full-time study), not four, and get into employment sooner.
- A nationally-led engineering qualification developed by six of New Zealand's largest institutes of technology and polytechnics (ITPs).
- Approved under a new New Zealand-wide framework for three-year engineering technology degrees.
- Accredited by the Engineering New Zealand. Completion of this programme, combined with a period of work experience, will make you eligible to apply for membership of Engineering New Zealand as a Technical Member (TIPENZ).
- Internationally recognised under the Sydney Accord; this means this qualification is recognised in the US, UK, Australia, Canada, Hong Kong and much more.
- Small classes: the average class size is just 35-60 students.
- Strong links with the engineering industry.
- Focus on real-world learning: observe the day-to-day activities of engineering sites, and take part in lab work, workshops and debates.
- Visiting industry experts will give you a real feel for the career opportunities available in electrical engineering.
Qualification pathway
If you have completed the New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Electrical) or the New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Electronic), you will receive cross credits into this programme.
If English is not your first language, please be aware that to enter this programme you'll need to have achieved at least one English proficiency outcome in the last two years, such as IELTS. This applies to both new students and progressing students (including NZDE graduates).
Admission requirements
For this programme, you will need:
1. 60 credits at NCEA Level 3 or higher including:
- 14 credits in Physics
- 14 credits in Mathematics (including Algebra and Calculus)
- 14 credits in one other approved subject; and
- 18 credits from up to two other approved subjects
2. 10 credits at NCEA Level 2 or higher in English or Te Reo Maori (5 in reading, 5 in writing)
3. Be 16 years old by the time you start this programme
English
If English is not your first language, you will need one or more of the following:
- Have achieved NCEA Level 3 and New Zealand University entrance
- Be able to provide evidence you satisfy our criteria for existing English proficiency
- Have achieved at least one English proficiency outcome in the last two years
Don't have NCEA? We also accept:
- Equivalent academic qualifications; OR
- Provide sufficient evidence to be eligible for special or discretionary admission.
For more information download the programme regulations:
Courses and timetables
For more details on the courses including timetables, please click on the course names below.
| Courses | Credits | Aim |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering Computing (ENGGMG5001) | 15 credits (0.125 EFTS) | To enable students to develop an understanding of computing principles and their use in engineering practice. |
| Engineering Mechanics (ENGGMG5002) | 15 credits (0.125 EFTS) | To enable students to gain an understanding of the fundamental principles and laws of mechanics. |
| Engineering Communication (ENGGMG5003) | 15 credits (0.125 EFTS) | To enable students to communicate effectively in their professional environment. |
| Engineering Mathematics 1 (ENGGMG5004) | 15 credits (0.125 EFTS) | To enable students to gain an understanding of general mathematical principles and equip them with appropriate engineering mathematical skills to solve engineering problems. |
| Engineering Design and Drawing (ENGGMG5005) | 15 credits (0.125 EFTS) | To enable students to gain an understanding of engineering design, drawing practice and modelling in an applied context. |
| Land Surveying (ENGGMG5006) | 15.0 credits (0.125 EFTS) | To enable students to gain introductory theoretical and practical concepts of land surveying. |
| Electrical Principles (ENGGMG5034) | 15 credits (0.125 EFTS) | To enable students to understand general electrical and power circuit theory principles and skills |
| Electronic Principles (ENGGMG5035) | 15 credits (0.125 EFTS) | To provide the students with an understanding of general electronics and the basic building blocks of electronics as required for subsequent courses. |
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