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New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Level 6) (Electrical).xml New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Level 6) (Electrical)

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New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Level 6) (Electrical)
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DiplomaFull time - 2 years, part time - up to 5 years

Annual Fees(indicative 2018)

Programme code

 NZ2612

Domestic

$5,700 - $6,300

Starts

 February

International

$21,280

Credits

 240

Course related costs

Advised before enrolment

Level

 6

Domestic Applications due

 Received all year

International Applications due

 Please enquire

Location

 Christchurch - Madras Street

Content

You will study the principles and practices for the design and development of electronics used in computer engineering, telecommunications and the power supply industries.

This national qualification was designed by industry in 2010 to meet the needs of the New Zealand engineering sector and includes core and elective courses focused on the design and implementation of engineering technology and aimed at providing you with sound thinking and problem solving abilities.

You will gain a solid grounding in engineering theory and principles of engineering science including basic design and drawing, mathematics and communication skills.

With this electrical major comprised of core and elective courses you can choose to specialise in power, computer engineering or electronics and communications.

Working closely with professional engineers you will apply current and emerging technologies in new situations. Our courses are industry designed and during this programme you will develop sound thinking and problem solving skills for work in designing and implementing engineering technology.

It is expected that graduates will attain the educational underpinnings and work ready attributes defined in the IPENZ Graduate Profile for Engineering Technicians.

The graduate profile defined by IPENZ is benchmarked internationally to the exemplar graduate attributes for graduates of technician education programmes recognised under the Dublin Accord.

Credit recognition

If you have work experience in this area, or a relevant prior qualification, you may be eligible for credit recognition towards this qualification.

Programme structure

To complete this Diploma you are required to complete a minimum total of 240 credits. Please browse the guide below to view the course options currently available within this qualification.

Core courses
Elective Courses

To be a full time student you need to maintain a workload of 120 credits per year. We recommend you talk with us to ensure you choose electives to benefit your future career.

Entry requirements

Academic requirements

  • NCEA Level 2

    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)

    and

    including a minimum of 10 literacy credits at level 1 or higher (for those who achieved NCEA Level 2 before 2013).

Alternative requirements

  • Equivalent qualifications (e.g. International Baccalaureate or Cambridge)

    or

    equivalent credits from appropriate trades training and/or demonstrated skills and experience

Additional requirements
English requirements

  • If English is not your first language you may also be required to provide evidence of your English language skills. If you have no evidence of your English language skills and are a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, contact us for an assessment.

    Note : Students who have achieved NCEA Level 3 University Entrance requirements are not required to provide evidence of English Language Skills.

OVERALL IELTS REQUIREMENTS

6.0 ACADEMIC

SPEAKING

5.5

READING

5.5

WRITING

5.5

LISTENING

5.5
Acceptable Alternatives Chart

Next steps

To apply for this programme please:

  • an Admission and Enrolment Form or an International Application Form

If you don't meet the criteria for entry into this programme, we can help you meet entry level with our foundation and bridging programmes.

Alternatively, if you feel you have gained your learning through on the job experience talk to us about recognition or assessment of prior learning .

Application documents

Career opportunities

The New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Electrical) will launch your career as an engineering technician, a role currently in high demand in New Zealand and worldwide in the computer networking, electrical, electronic or telecommunications industries.

Transferring and developing skills across a number of different sectors is possible with this qualification. When you graduate employment options include working for businesses in the private sector, for government entities or independently as a contractor.

This qualification also satisfies the academic entry requirements of the Institution of Professional Engineers (IPENZ) accreditation system.

Study pathways

The New Zealand Diploma in Engineering is the ideal pathway to the Bachelor of Engineering Technology; the Graduate Diploma in Computer Aided Design is a further option.

Recommended school subjects

  • English
  • Mathematics
  • Physics
  • Calculus , Algebra, Trigonometry