Overview

The Diploma in Mechanical Engineering is designed for those who want to work with future technologies and market trends in New Zealand. A student who is keen to propose mechanical (automotive or mechatronic) engineering solutions; wants to develop, deploy, test, and commission automated systems for industry, contemporary motor vehicles, and smart buildings; and design and manufacture automotive and electromechanical components may join our proposed “Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (with strands in Automotive Engineering and Mechatronics and Control Systems) (Level 7)” program.

The DME consists of two specializations:

1) Automotive Engineering,
2) Mechatronics and control

The proposed program is a two-year qualification with 240 credits. The program offers elective papers to develop a foundation for the learners along with compulsory courses in mechanical engineering including mathematics, project management and a final project.

Course Details

Course Length

2 Academic Years ( Full Time )

Total credits

240

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering – Level 5 or equivalent knowledge and skills. If English is not their first language, and for International students, an overall IELTS band score of at least 6.0 is required with no band score lower than 5.5, or evidence must be provided of equivalent English language proficiency.

You can use the English language tests in the table below to meet the ICA’s English language requirements. You must satisfy the requirements in one sitting, and results are valid for two years from the date on the test certificate.

English Language Requirements

You can use the English language tests in the table below to meet the ICA’s English language requirements. You must satisfy the requirements in one sitting and results are valid for two years from the date on the test certificate.

TestMinimum Requirements

IELTS (Academic)Overall band score of 6.0 with no individual band score less than 5.5

Internet-based TOEFL (iBT)Score of 60 (with a writing score of 20)

Paper-based TOEFL score of 550 (with an essay score of 5 TWE)

Cambridge English: ESOLFCE with a Pass at Grade B or CAE with a Score of 52

NZCELLevel 4 (Academic)

Pearson Test of English (Academic)Overall band score of 50 with no individual band score less than 42

City & Guilds IESOLB2 Communicator with a Score of 66

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

RPL addresses previous qualifications and relevant experience including:

Cross credits
Assessment of prior learning
Credit transfers

A maximum 50% of cross credits may be awarded through RPL and APL. Credit transfers can be done for all the subjects already passed. The student needs to apply for cross credits at the time of admission application. Once a course of study is approved, then it will not be considered for cross credits.

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Aim of the Course

This program aims to provide students with advanced theoretical knowledge, analytical and practical skills, and an in-depth understanding of technological principles, techniques, and physical procedures required to work as Engineering technicians or technologists in the Mechanical Engineering industry including automotive, mechatronics and control. Graduates of this program will work with various types of mechanical and electromechanical devices to provide solutions to mechanical engineering businesses and service industry needs.

Course Structure