OSTC Automotive (Motor Industry) (Level 2)
Are you at high school and are interested in vehicles, working with your hands and fixing things? The motor industry could be for you!
Domestic
Dunedin
What You Study
- Strip and reassemble single and multi-cylinder engines
- Remove and refit car and body equipment
- Service and repair vehicles
- Build and test electrical circuits
- Make small electronic devices
What could I do next?
- Study a New Zealand Certificate in Automotive Engineering (Level 3) at Otago Polytechnic
- Gain an apprenticeship for paid, on-the-job training
Where could this take me?
- Automotive Engineer
- Motorcycle Technician
- Mechanic
Workload
Unit standards covered in this course
| Unit standards | OSTC Automotive Course | Credits | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
|
229 |
Identify the general locations and functions of motor vehicle systems and main components |
4 |
2 |
|
247 |
Prepare a vehicle and/or machine for use and shutdown after use |
2 |
2 |
|
21668 |
Demonstrate knowledge of cleaning automotive components |
2 |
2 |
|
21671 |
Carry out general engineering tasks in the motor industry |
4 |
2 |
|
21674 |
Demonstrate knowledge of terminology used in the motor industry |
2 |
2 |
|
21676 |
Test and repair automotive electrical circuits |
4 |
2 |
|
21679 |
Demonstrate knowledge of interchanging and balancing road wheels in the motor industry |
2 |
2 |
|
21685 |
Use an oxy-acetylene welding plant in the motor industry |
3 |
2 |
|
21690 |
Perform general servicing checks on a motor vehicle |
3 |
2 |
|
Demonstrate good work habits and safe work practices in the automotive industry |
4 |
2 |
|
|
21701 |
Demonstrate knowledge of exterior and interior motor body parts and trim in the motor industry |
2 |
2 |
|
Total |
29 |
Fees
In most instances, study at OSTC will be fully funded, with no cost to you or secondary school. However, please note that OSTC is only funded for a limited number of places.
Additional places may be offered, however your school will be charged a fee.
Please clarify any costs with your school.
Application
How to apply
Talk to your school's careers advisor and they will guide you through the application process.
Or download and complete the right application form below:
What is OSTC?
The Otago Secondary-Tertiary College (OSTC) is our trades academy. We offer practical, career-focused learning for students in Years 11-13 who want to get a head start on life after school. You’ll develop hands-on skills and experience to help you prepare for further study, on-the-job training and employment.
Your programme will be one subject of your NCEA. You’ll spend one or two days a week at OSTC and the rest of the week at school as normal.
OSTC has a campus in Dunedin and one in Cromwell.
When you apply to study with Otago Polytechnic in 2023, you will be enrolled with Te Pūkenga, the new national network of vocational and applied education in Aotearoa New Zealand. You will learn in the same way, in the same place, and with the same people. The great news is that this enables us to share skills and knowledge across a network of passionate education providers, to better help you succeed. Enrolling in programmes that start in 2023, means that you will graduate with a Te Pūkenga qualification.
Disclaimer
While every effort is made to ensure that this sheet is accurate, Otago Polytechnic reserves the right to amend, alter or withdraw any of the contained information. The fees shown in this document are indicative only. Both domestic and international fees are subject to change and are dependent on the development and implementation of Government policies. Please note that additional fees may from time to time be required for external examination, NZQA fees and/or additional material fees.
