TOPICS YOU'LL COVER You'll cover topics like advanced maths, mechanics, thermodynamics, materials, fluids, engineering science and electricity, and use computer-aided engineering tools (CAD). Our well-equipped labs let you complete practical experiments, field trips give you valuable insights into local workplaces, and the small class sizes ensure you'll get all the support you need to succeed. You'll develop a range of skills, techniques and personal qualities that will equip you to work in mechanical engineering and its related fields as a technician. You'll gain knowledge of engineering sciences, materials and processes as well as management skills. Using specialised equipment in our teaching labs, learn computer aided design techniques, conduct materials and failure testing, and demonstrate practical applications of engineering theories. Year One topics include: Engineering Fundamentals Engineering Mathematics 1 Technical Literacy Engineering Practice Material Properties Mechanics Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer Engineering CAD Year Two topics include: Electrical Fundamentals Strength of Materials 1 Manufacturing Processes Fluid Mechanics Engineering Management Engineering Project Plus: For the Mechanical specialisation: Strength Of Materials 2 Mechanics of Machines For the Metallurgy specialisation: Advanced Materials Particulate Material Dynamics

To gain entry into this course, you are required to have: NCEA Level 2, including a minimum of 10 literacy credits at Level 1 or higher (for those who achieved NCEA Level 2 before 2013), 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 Standard Entry Criteria Admission, entry, selection, and enrolment into programmes will be in accordance with the Academic Regulations and/or, where approved, specific programme regulations. ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS IELTS Academic score of 6 with no band score lower than 5.5 or completed New Zealand Certificate in English Language Level 4 with the Academic Endorsement or meets a relevant English Proficiency Outcome as outlined by NZQA.