Trade
short courses
Trade
short courses
- Level 3
If you like making and fixing things but unsure if an apprenticeship is for you?
Then you may be suited to our pre-apprenticeship course. This ATNZ level 3 course will give you an introduction to our industry and you can transfer your learning across to a level 4 apprenticeship if you decide this is the career for you.
What is covered?
On successful completion of this course, you will be awarded the credits associated with each of the unit standards below. Below is a sample of Unit Standards you might complete, but we will work with you to select standards that suit your work.
Suggested unit Standards
| UNIT ID | UNIT TITLE | LEVEL | CREDIT | DELIVERY MODE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21911 | Demonstrate knowledge of safety on engineering worksites | 2 | 2 | On job |
| 21912 | Apply safe working practices on an engineering worksite | 2 | 2 | On job |
| 33135 | Demonstrate knowledge of health and safety when welding and thermal cutting | 3 | 3 | Online |
| 30658 | Demonstrate knowledge of fundamental electrical safety in the workplace | 2 | 2 | Online |
| 29397 | Demonstrate knowledge of basic trade calculations and units of measure for mechanical engineering trades | 2 | 4 | Online |
| 29654 | Demonstrate knowledge of and interpret mechanical engineering drawings and geometric tolerancing | 2 | 3 | Online |
| 29671 | Demonstrate knowledge of machining equipment, tools, and principles | 2 | 3 | Online |
| 4433 | Select, use, and care for simple measuring devices used in engineering | 1 | 2 | On job |
| 2395 | Demonstrate and apply knowledge of the selection, use, and care of engineering hand tools | 2 | 4 | On job |
| 29549 | Demonstrate basic knowledge of the mechanical properties and selection of engineering materials | 2 | 3 | Online |
| 29550 | Demonstrate basic knowledge of common engineering metals | 2 | 3 | Online |
| 29650 | Demonstrate knowledge of the safe use of powered equipment in a mechanical engineering or fabrication workshop | 2 | 2 | Online |
| 2387 | Assemble mechanical components under supervision | 2 | 2 | On job |
| 14866 | Demonstrate workshop skills for mechanical engineering | 3 | 12 | On job |
| 30274 | Cut fabrication materials using hand held power tools | 3 | 5 | On job |
| 30665 | Demonstrate and apply knowledge of workplace communication in mechanical engineering trades | 2 | 2 | On job |
| 2433 | Produce engineering component drawings using CAD software | 2 | 6 | On job |
| Total | 60 |
Entry Requirements:
Study Type: Self-paced online
Start Time: On enrolment
Duration: While this is a self-paced course you should allow 6-9 months (30 weeks) to complete your study part-time.
Assessment:
You will complete online assessments that will enable you (on successful completion) to be awarded the credits for each unit standard.
Cost: $2,600 (including GST)
Still have questions?
If you would like to talk to one of our team about the best options for you, then please complete the enquiry form below to send us an email, or book a time to have a chat.