Courses

NDE3.301

Engineering Practice

Learn skills involved in safety using engineering workshop machines and equipment and to develop an awareness of common manufacturing processes.

NDE4.102

Engineering Mathematics

Acquire mathematical skills, concepts and understandings in order to perform calculations and solve problems within engineering contexts.

NDE4.101

Engineering Fundamentals

Learn the basic fundamentals of a range of engineering disciplines.

NDE4.103

Technical Literacy

Develop technical research skills along with oral, written, graphical and interpersonal communication skills.

NDE4.301

Engineering CAD

Learn basic CAD draughting skills required for an engineering technician.

NDE4.302

Mechanics

Develop a sound understanding of the principles of mechanics.

NDE4.303

Material Properties

Gain an understanding of the characteristics and properties of common engineering materials used in mechanical and process engineering.

NDE5.304

Electrical Fundamentals

Develop a sound knowledge of electrical and electronic theory and how these are applied to mechanical engineering systems.

NDE5.303

Manufacturing Processes

Apply engineering knowledge to common manufacturing processes.

NDE5.302

Strength of Materials 1

Develop an understanding of the essential elements of strengths of materials.

NDE5.301

Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer

Develop a sound basic knowledge of thermodynamic principles – including gas laws, measurement of pressure and temperature, mass & energy conservation & energy sources in NZ content – and the mechanisms of heat transfer including the uses of heat exchanges.

NDE6.301

Fluid Mechanics

Understand and apply the principles of fluid statistics and dynamics to common engineering problems.

NDE6.302

Mechanics of Machines

Develop understanding to solve complex problems involved within machinery dynamics such as power transmission, balancing, noise and lubrications systems.

NDE6.308

Strength of Materials 2

Develop an understanding and advanced knowledge of strengths of materials and the detailed design of mechanical engineering components.

NDE6.102

Engineering Project (Mechanical)

Determine and apply the processes required to analyse mechanical engineering design problems and identify possible solutions.

NDE6.101

Engineering Management

Develop the knowledge and skills required to administer and manage projects efficiently in a specific discipline of engineering.

 

Entry Requirements

• NCEA Level 2 including 12 credits in mathematics; or
• Equivalent knowledge, life skills, work experience or study

We welcome applications from both international students and New Zealand residents whose first language is not English. For this programme you will require an IELTS (Academic) band score of 6.0 or greater (with no sub score below 5.5 in speaking, reading, writing and listening); or equivalent.