Trades - Manukau Institute of Technology
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Method <strong>of</strong> Study<br />
Qualification<br />
Full-time or part-time<br />
MIT Certificate<br />
Certificate in<br />
Electrical and<br />
Electronic<br />
Engineering<br />
Duration<br />
Two or three semesters<br />
Applications<br />
Close when the programme is full<br />
Start Dates<br />
February and July<br />
Level 3<br />
Credits<br />
60 for each strand<br />
Programme Code<br />
CA2370<br />
Cost (2014 fees)<br />
Domestic Student $5,864 (approx)<br />
International Student $17,450 (approx)<br />
Level 2–3 Strand<br />
Switch on your career in Electrical engineering<br />
Do you want to work in the rapidly expanding field <strong>of</strong><br />
electrical engineering? As technology advances, the role<br />
<strong>of</strong> electricians becomes even more important – especially<br />
within a high-tech society. To be one <strong>of</strong> tomorrow’s<br />
electricians, you need specialist knowledge and skills to<br />
meet the demands <strong>of</strong> this field.<br />
The aim <strong>of</strong> the programme is to provide you with the<br />
skills and attitudes to work safely and pr<strong>of</strong>essionally<br />
in the area <strong>of</strong> electrical engineering. The programme<br />
covering Level 3 is designed to allow you to progress<br />
through your career as an electrical apprentice.<br />
On graduating at Level 3, and combined with work<br />
experience, you’ll be work-ready and will have all the<br />
necessary skills to launch your career as an apprentice<br />
electrician.<br />
Level 2 Supply Strand<br />
Take charge <strong>of</strong> your career<br />
If you enjoy scaling great heights, while keeping within<br />
the safety regulations, and like the idea <strong>of</strong> working with<br />
high-voltage equipment, then the National Certificate in<br />
Electricity Supply will take charge <strong>of</strong> your career.<br />
You’ll be equipped with the skills and knowledge<br />
to install, maintain and repair electrical wiring and<br />
electrical equipment to unit standards in power stations,<br />
substations and other sites in the electricity supply<br />
industry.<br />
The aim <strong>of</strong> the programme is to provide you with the<br />
skills and attitudes to work safely and pr<strong>of</strong>essionally in<br />
the area <strong>of</strong> electrical fitting. On graduating you’ll be ready<br />
for a career as an electrical fitter or you can staircase into<br />
a higher level qualification.<br />
Programme Summary<br />
Students complete the following courses:<br />
Level 2 Strand<br />
• Pr<strong>of</strong>essional Development<br />
• Health and Safety<br />
• Electrical Fundamentals<br />
• AC Fundamentals.<br />
Level 3 Strand<br />
• Circuit Design, Operation - Theory and Practise<br />
• Wiring and Regulations<br />
• Electrical supply<br />
• Protection and Machines.<br />
Level 2 Supply Strand<br />
• Regulation for NZ Supply Industry<br />
• Regulation <strong>of</strong> NZ Supply Industry and Networks<br />
• Selection and care <strong>of</strong> equipment<br />
• Manufacturing <strong>of</strong> equipment.<br />
Further Training or Study<br />
Certificate in Electrical Engineering (Level 4)<br />
Certificate in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (Level 3)<br />
Level 3 Strand and Level 2 Supply Strand.<br />
Career Opportunities<br />
Apprenticeships in the electrical trade. Graduates who<br />
complete appropriate work experience are eligible to apply<br />
for registration as an electrician. Apprentice electrical fitter<br />
in the power supply industry.<br />
FACULTY OF engineering and trades<br />
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