Trades and Technology

EIT’s School of Trades and Technology provides students with the skills and qualifications to help access a career in the workplace.

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Certificates

Diplomas

NZ Diploma in Architectural Technology [Level 5-6]

NZ Certificate in Mechanical Engineering

This hands-on certificate is a balance of theory and practical learning delivered by tutors with vast industry knowledge and experience. You’ll acquire techniques and skills to advance your engineering future in EIT’s state-of-the art trades’ complex. The areas you’ll learn about include workshop introduction, technical drawing, trade calculations, basic mechanics, core engineering, assembly, basic machining, fabrication and welding.

For more information please contact: Hawke’s Bay: Lynne Turnbull, phone 06 830 1294 or email lturnbull@eit.ac.nz

Get into Engineering

Start your career in one of the fastest growing industries in the East Coast Region. Mechanical Engineers are in-demand, well-paid with many possible career opportunities. Possible career pathways are machining, welding, fabrication. Your qualification is recognised both in New Zealand and overseas.

Tradie’s Perseverance Pays Off

When Casey Aranui went looking for work experience for her EIT trades training programme, she was knocked back by a dozen builders.

The reasons she was given, she says, were about gender, but the determined 32-year-old wasn’t about to be deterred and her perseverance has paid off.

Graham Scarfe Builder Ltd offered Casey the opportunity she was looking for, and now, working full-time for the company, she is on track to securing a carpentry apprenticeship.