New Zealand Diploma in Engineering
New Zealand Skills and Education College
Subject area
Engineering and Related Technologies not elsewhere classified
Qualification
Duration
2 Years
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About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
The purpose of this qualification is to provide the engineering industry with engineering technicians specialised in civil, electrical, electronics, mechanical or fire engineering.
Graduates will be capable of operating at a technician level scope of practice as outlined by the Dublin Accord (International Engineering Alliance, 2002).
Engineering Technicians implement proven engineering techniques and procedures to solve practical engineering problems. They apply safe systems of work and contribute to the design, development, manufacture, commissioning, operation and maintenance of products, processes and services.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
The entry requirements for this programme are: Minimum Academic Entry Criteria For entry to this programme, applicants are required to have: NCEA Level 2*, and A minimum total of 48 credits at level 2 in four subjects including at least 12 credits in mathematics (preferably achievement standards in algebra, calculus or trigonometry), or equivalent qualifications (e.g., International Baccalaureate or Cambridge), or equivalent credits from appropriate trades training and/or demonstrated skills and experience, or New Zealand Certificate in Study and Employment Pathways (Level 3) * including a minimum of 10 literacy credits at level 1 or higher (for those who achieved NCEA Level 2 before 2013). English Language Requirements In addition to meeting the minimum entry criteria, those applicants for whom English is a second language (including international students) must meet the IELTS overall language requirement: Overall Band Score (Academic) of 6.0 IELTS, with no individual score less than 5.5, or equivalent. Information to learners Students will be advised of the possible industry police vetting requirements depending on the company and the role they undertake. Applicants will also be advised that: Some employers now have policies that may require drug testing either pre-employment or on a random basis post-employment.
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
2 Years
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Student Success
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National Graduate Outcomes
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Contact details
Main Campus Office
Phone: (09) 827 6100
Fax: (09) 827 2660
Email: nzqa@nzse.ac.nz
Web: http://www.nzse.ac.nz
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