13AUTVP

Level 3 Automotive Engineering VP

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mr P. Rutherford.

NCEA LEVEL 3 AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING VOCATIONAL PATHWAY

CODE: 13AUTVP

This course provides students with NCEA Level 3 practical skills and knowledge relating to automotive engineering that will assist their transition to study at tertiary level or to an apprenticeship in the workplace. Students will study at Unitec Campus one day per week.

Topics/content

  • Front and rear wheel alignment issues.
  • General repairs to engine cylinder.
  • General repairs to engine block.
  • Carry out pre-delivery checks, rectify faults and complete the service.
  • Demonstrate an ability to work safely and responsibly under supervision in an automotive workshop.

Planned Total Credits Offered    19

For further information see: Mr Rutherford

 

Entry Requirements

Level 2 Automotive Engineering VP

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

Total Credits Available: 19
Internal Assessed Credits: 19
External Assessed Credits: 0
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
U.S. 883 v5
NZQA Info

Check and adjust vehicle front and rear wheel alignment


Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 942 v5
NZQA Info

Carry out a pre-delivery check, rectify defects, and complete the service on a light vehicle


Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 24274 v2
NZQA Info

Carry out general repairs to a cylinder head that does not require machining


Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 2
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 24275 v2
NZQA Info

Disassemble, inspect, and reassemble an engine short block under general supervision


Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 24306 v2
NZQA Info

Carry out general repairs to an engine short block


Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 24807 v2
NZQA Info

Remove, disassemble, inspect, reassemble, and refit an engine cylinder head


Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 19
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Pathway Tags

Mining Engineer, Aeronautical Engineer, Air Force Airman/Airwoman, Air Force Officer, Mechanical Engineering Technician, Aircraft Loader, Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, Aircraft Refueller, Product Assembler, Building Surveyor, Architect, Architectural Technician, Army Officer, Army Soldier, Heavy Truck Driver, Medical Physicist, Electronics Engineer, Collision Repair Technician, Automotive Electrician, Automotive Technician, Automotive Refinisher, Wall and Floor Tiler, Building Insulator, Chemical Engineer, Biomedical Engineer, Biomedical Technician, Metal Worker, Brick and Blocklayer, Boat Builder, Naval Architect, Building Contractor, Building and Construction Labourer, Mechanical Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Building and Construction Manager, Earthmoving Machine Operator, Bus Driver, Line Mechanic, Textile Process Operator, Carpenter, Carpet Cleaner, Flooring Installer, Civil Engineer, Civil Engineering Technician/Draughtsperson, Watchmaker and Repairer, Coachbuilder/Trimmer, Miner/Quarry Worker, Mine/Quarry Manager, Painter and Decorator, Telecommunications Technician, Industrial Designer, Concrete Worker, Stonemason, Quantity Surveyor, Crane Operator, Curator, Visual Merchandiser, Plumber, Gasfitter and Drainlayer, Driller, Electrician, Electrical Engineering Technician, Lift Technician, Energy and Chemical Plant Operator, Engineering Machinist, Environmental Engineer, Plasterer, Welder, Fencer, Plastics Worker, Ranger, Marine Engineer, Forestry and Logging Worker, Game Developer, Landscape Architect, Glass Processor, Joiner, Locksmith, Train Driver, Refrigeration/Air-conditioning Technician, Navy Sailor, Navy Officer, Pulp and Paper Mill Operator, Plastics Technician, Roading Construction Worker, Roadmarker, Roofer, Wood Processing Worker, Scaffolder, Water/Wastewater Treatment Operator, Fire Engineer,

Disclaimer

Course Selection is confirmed at the start of 2025.  You can change the courses you have selected up until the start of next year provided there are still spaces in the course you wish to change to.

Some courses may become unavailable due to the number of students taking the courses or changes in staffing.

New courses may also be introduced, in which case you will be notified and given the opportunity to select the new course.