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Mechanical Engineering

If you’re into making and fixing things and like working with your hands, then chances are you’ll make a really good mechanical engineer.

This challenging programme will see you working in NMIT’s Mechanical Engineering workshops learning how to machine, weld and fabricate with metal.

We have two Mechanical Engineering options available. You will either design, build and race an electric powered go-kart (EVolocity option 1) with your team-mates, or construct various mechanical engineering projects (Mechanical option 2).  Which ever option you choose training is pretty much hands-on, so be prepared to get stuck in.

The two mechanical options offered both have the same basic fabrication and welding components (unit standards) and you will also be able to select an additional electrical or assembly unit depending on which option you choose.

The EVolocity option promotes sustainability, electric vehicle updates and careers in engineering (mechanical, electrical, electronics, programming and CAD).

In the Mechanical Engineering option you will explore different facets of mechanical engineering to make your own fire pit, pizza oven, garden art or even craft your own project.

On completion of this course you will be able to:

 (1) EVolocity* or Mechanical#(Year 1)

  • Demonstrate knowledge of workplace health and safety requirements on engineering worksites.
  • Apply good work practices whilst performing engineering operations.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of MIG welding in the motor industry.
  • Perform basic fabrication operations under supervision.
  • Assemble mechanical components under supervision# or
  • Demonstrate knowledge of electrical test instruments and take measurements*.

OR

 (2) Mechanical (Year 2)

  • Produce simple engineering component drawings using CAD software.
  • Produce components by performing basic engineering turning operations.

Note: Some unit standards may change. Final information on the standards specific to your course will be available prior to starting your programme.
If circumstances change there could be mixed models of delivery e.g online, face to face one day per week or block options.

 

Grass Cart

Level:

Level 2. This programme offers two year levels


Starts: February 2023
Time:

9am to 2.30pm Fridays


Location:

NMIT Nelson and Marlborough

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Pathways + Opportunities

Trades
Academy
Training

  • Industry Employment/ Apprenticeships and ITO Training
  • Tertiary Pre-Employment Training at NMIT L3 in Engineering
  • UNIVERSITY STUDIES:
    • Engineering Degrees in Mechanical, Civil, Structural, Design
    • Metallurgist

Employment opportunities

  • Business Owner
  • Machinist and Toolmaker
  • Marine Engineer
  • Welder
  • Refrigeration Engineer
  • Sheet Metal Fabricator
  • Heavy Fabrication Engineer
  • CAD Operator

 

  • Architect or Civil Drafter
  • Civil Engineer
  • Mechanical Engineer
  • Hydraulics Engineer
  • Structural Steel Engineer
  • Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning
  • Maintenance and Diagnostics Engineer

Find out more about what you will learn in the programme

Mechanical Engineering Year 1
Mechanical Engineering - EVolocity Year 1
Mechanical Engineering Year 2
Mechanical Engineering Course Poster 2023

What other courses are available?

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Karl Newton
Mechanical Engineering
(Year 1)Waimea College

The Mechanical Engineering Trades programme has been the highlight of Karl’s Year 12. He enjoys the fact that the students do their theory work at the start of the morning and then have all the rest of the day to work on their engineering project.

Karl is part of a team of five students working together to design and build a grass kart that they will take to the race competition at the end of the year. “The facilities here at NMIT are really big, with heaps of equipment. It’s like working in a real engineering workshop. I work part time at a local engineering business and it’s great to be able to combine the skills that I’m getting at Trades with this work experience. My goal is to get an engineering fabricator apprenticeship when I leave school.”

Kayla Stuart
Mechanical Engineering
(Year 2)Murchison Area School

Kayla values the expertise and support she gets from her tutors at Trades. “They have a good sense of humour and are easy to talk to. They’re also really practical and see the potential in us.”

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