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Space shuttles, computers, pacemakers, televisions and trucks. These are just a few of the immense numbers of products and services which are the result of modern technology. The quality of our way of life depends upon the engineering technician.
Technicians are the skilled people responsible for providing society with such essentials as safe transportation, power for heating and lighting, clean drinking water, food processing and distribution. Without their efforts hospitals could not function and airports would close. Engineering technicians are involved in both the design and production of these and all the other goods and services which form the basis of our way of life.
When you qualify you will play a vital role in the development of society. You may contribute to progress in a number of fields, ranging from rapid and safe transport systems through to lifesaving advances in medical equipment. Or perhaps your interests lie in the reduction of pollution and provision of a cleaner and greener environment. A career as an engineering technician can bring you interesting and well paid positions with great opportunities for advancement.
There are two specialties available to you - Mechanical or Production. You choose your specialty after completing the first year of study.
This qualification is aligned with the National Diploma in Engineering (NDE).
Programme Code: AK3648
Level: 6
Points: 240
Duration: Two years full time / Equivalent part time
Venue: City Campus
Starting date: 3 March 2008
Application deadline: 31 January 2008
AUT encourages early application.
Late applications will be accepted if the programme is not full.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
- NCEA: 14 or more credits at Level 2 in Mathematics, 14 credits at Level 2 in Physics and 14 credits at Level 1 in English
- CIE: AS Grade E or better in Mathematics, AS Grade E or better in Physics and IGCSE Grade D or better in English
ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
Applicants for whom English or Māori is not their first language are required to provide proof of an acceptable pass/grade gained in an accepted English language test.
THE KEY SKILLS YOU WILL ACQUIRE
Knowledge of mechanical and/or production engineering, technical drawing skills including CAD, health and safety regulations, manufacturing procedures and a good understanding of ethics and ethical practice.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
As a Technician Engineer in fields such as:
- Mechatronics
- Robotics and automation
- CAD/CAM technology
- Computer aided manufacturing
- Design and draughting
- Product and systems development
- Technical sales
- Mechanical engineering
FURTHER STUDIES
National Diploma in Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering Technology
Bachelor of Engineering
PAPERS
The first year of the Diploma has eight compulsory papers which provide the foundation for both the Mechanical and the Production specialties that make up the second year of study.
YEAR ONE
713610 Mathematics 1 (15)
735660 Electrical Theory (15)
764620 Engineering Practice (15)
764630 Engineering Mechanics A (15)
764635 Engineering Mechanics B (15)
764640 Engineering Drawing (15)
765650 Material Science 1 (15)
765670 Manufacturing Processes (15)
Total points for the year 120 points
YEAR TWO: MECHANICAL OPTION
714610 Mathematics 2 (15)
765610 Strength of Materials 1 (15)
765680 Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer (15)
766610 Fluid Mechanics (15)
766620 Strength of Materials 2 (15)
766625 Mechanics of Machines (15)
AND TWO OF:
766630 Advanced Thermodynamics (15)
766640 Control Engineering (15)
766650 Engineering Design (15)
766660 Engineering Technologies Studies (15)
Total points for the year 120 points
YEAR TWO: PRODUCTION OPTION
714610 Mathematics 2 (15)
765680 Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer (15)
765690 Quality and Reliability (15)
766610 Fluid Mechanics (15)
766655 Engineering Planning (15)
766665 Production Operations Management (15)
AND TWO OF:
766630 Advanced Thermodynamics (15)
766640 Control Engineering (15)
766660 Engineering Technology Studies (15)
766670 Advanced Manufacturing Processes (15)
Total points for the year 120 points
