New Zealand Certificate in Electrical Engineering Theory Level 3

This programme consists of 120 credits. The courses includes;

Electrical Work Practices (15 Credits)

Apply fundamental knowledge and principles of electrical theory and practice, including safe plant isolation and associated electrical testing procedures. Learn about electrical workplace health and safety, and employment rights and responsibilities. Achieve a basic first aid and CPR certificate

DC Fundamentals (15 Credits)

Learn about conductors, insulators, and resistance in electrical circuits. Apply electromagnetic theory to a range of problems. Explain battery care and maintenance.

Installation Fundamentals (15 Credits)

Demonstrate knowledge of AC, cables and cords and their installation, and associated testing practices. Learn about electrical protection, and perform testing of electrical installations under supervision.

Electrical Applications (15 Credits)

Apply knowledge of electrical fittings and fixtures and their installation in line with specifications. Learn about electric lighting, lighting terms, lighting installation, and safe disposal requirements. Also gain knowledge of single-phase transformer construction, operating principles, safety requirements, and applications.

Electricity Systems (15 Credits)

Apply knowledge of inductance, capacitance, power factor, and power factor calculations. Learn about electronics, and gain knowledge of generator construction, operation, and single-phase theory.

Electrical Supply and Distribution (15 Credits)

Gain understanding of the fundamentals of the New Zealand electricity supply system and devices used to ensure the safety and protection of users and installations.

Circuit Design and Operation (15 Credits)

Understand the theory and application of electrical diagrams in terms of circuit design and lighting installations.

Electrical Machines (15 Credits)

Understand the theory and application of electrical machine protection, fault diagnosis, special power supplies and rotating machines.

Domestic Entry Requirements

NCEA Level 1, 10 Credits in each of Mathematics, English, and Physics or General Science;

OR

Equivalent academic achievement or work experience. Feel free to contact UCOL and arrange a conversation.

English language proficiency

If English is not your first language, you must also demonstrate English language skills equivalent to an IELTS overall band score (academic) of 5.0 with no band score less than 5 (or equivalent including TOEFL). IELTS scores used must be taken from a single IELTS Test Report Form (i.e. combining scores from more than one test is not permissible). UCOL is a TOEFL testing centre.

International Entry Requirements

In addition to the Domestic Entry Requirements, the following applies to international student applicants.

English language proficiency

International student applicants whose first language is not English must have an IELTS Academic score of 5.0 with no band score lower than 5 (or equivalent including TOEFL). IELTS scores used must be taken from a single IELTS Test Report Form (i.e. combining scores from more than one test is not permissible). UCOL is a TOEFL testing centre.

Under 20 years of age

In addition to this, international applicants under 20 years of age must have NCEA equivalency.

Domestic Fees: *
$5191.00

International Fees:*
$20,500.00

Graduates of this qualification will, in the context of the wider electrical industry and under supervision and in a controlled environment, be able to:

• Apply fundamental knowledge and principles of electrical theory and practice, including electrical protection, to the installation and maintenance of electrical systems and equipment.
• Apply fundamental knowledge of fault diagnosis and testing techniques of electrical systems and equipment.
• Apply safe working procedures and practices, and identify and report electrical and other hazards.
• Ensure their own activities are within legal limitations of the electrical legislation.
• Apply fundamental knowledge and principles to the installation and maintenance of electrical machines.
• Apply fundamental knowledge and principles to the installation and maintenance of electrical equipment in special electrical situations.
• Work ethically and professionally within the electrical industry, as an electrical apprentice, including maintaining current competency and communicating with stakeholders on electrical and related matters.

Graduates of this qualification will be equipped with the skills, knowledge, and attributes to work in apprenticeships in the electrical industry in the field of their choice with guidance, mentoring, and supervision in accordance with the Electricity Act 1992. Examples of roles that this qualification may lead to are: 

• Electricity Supply Electrical Apprentice
• Domestic/Commercial Electrical Apprentice
• Industrial Electrical Apprentice
• An apprenticeship another electrical related sector.

Graduates may also be able to work in areas such as electrical wholesaling or retailing as a counter sales person, or electrical meter readers.