3 Automotive
3AUT Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mr N. Padavatan.
This course gives you further opportunities to enhance your practical ENGINEERING and AUTOMOTIVE skills which will allow you to create a pathway into a variety of trade related careers. You will focus on safe work practices, engineering and automotive tasks and machinery. Career pathways include engineering/welding, automotive services, plumbing,roofing and ventilation.
Course Overview
Term 1
Meet with Deans/HOD's - Options
Introduction- Goals and Expectations. Student Handbook. NCEA
US3856 Demonstrate knowledge of carrying out emergency procedures in the automotive and related industries
Assessment US3856 - 2 credits
Practical Scenario - Emergency procedures
Accident Reporting
Term 2
Introduction- Goals and Expectations. Student Handbook. NCEA
US21857 Demonstrate knowledge of carrying out emergency procedures in the automotive and related industries
Assessment US21857 - 2 credits
Assessment US15408 - 4 credits
Practical Scenario - Light Automotive Engineering
Term 3
Introduction- Goals and Expectations. Student Handbook. NCEA
US5766 Demonstrate knowledge of motor vehicle safety systems and working on damaged systems
Assessment US5766 - 4 credits
Practical Scenario - Vehicle Service Schedule
Servicing the braking system
Servicing the Engine
Term 4
Catchup- Completion of outstanding work
Career Pathways
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, Collision Repair Technician, Automotive Electrician, Glazier, Automotive Technician, Automotive Refinisher, Motor Vehicle Salesperson, Coachbuilder/Trimmer, Electrician, Engineering Machinist, Industrial Spray Painter, Locksmith, Vehicle Groomer/Cleaner, Recycler/Dismantler, Signmaker, Tow Truck Operator, Tyre Technician