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Hands-on training at its finest!! Aoraki Polytechnic’s School of Trades offers comprehensive training in fields that offer great job prospects. From wood, to metal and the workings of cars, these courses are ideal for anyone wishing to continue training as an apprentice.

Certificate in General Engineering (Level 2)

Includes the optional National Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Level 2)

New Zealand is experiencing a shortage of skilled staff in the specialised engineering and welding workforce. Developing a career training path in engineering and welding prepares technicians and trades people for a future offering flexibility with a wide range of subjects.

View the programme fact sheet here (pdf format). - Timaru

International programme factsheet

“The Aoraki course provided me with a wide range of skills and techniques in the general engineering field. I owe my new job to this course.” – Rhys Maxwell, Certificate in General Engineering (Level 2), 2009.

Aoraki also offers training to secondary students through their schools enabling them to earn units in engineering while still at secondary school and prior to entering a full-time programme at Aoraki.

Public classes in areas as diverse as welding and machining are also held at night for the public and those working in the industry looking to increase their skills.

Complete an Application Form and
return it to Aoraki Polytechnic.

Certificate in Pre-trade Electrical (Level 2)

Incorporates the National Certificate in Electrical Engineering (Level 2)

You can gain basic skills and knowledge prior to starting in the workplace.

View the programme fact sheet here (pdf format). - Timaru

International programme factsheet

Complete an Application Form and
return it to Aoraki Polytechnic.

Certificate in Automotive Trades

Includes units towards the National Certificate in Motor Industry (Entry Skills)

The Automotive programme is designed to provide the skills and knowledge required for you to gain core Unit Standards prior to seeking employment in the motor industry.

View the programme fact sheet here (pdf format). - Timaru

International programme factsheet

Complete an Application Form and
return it to Aoraki Polytechnic.

Automotive Airbrushing

A practical course which covers basic airbrushing techniques suitable for automotive and other appropriate surfaces.

View the programme fact sheet here (pdf format). - Oamaru

Complete an Application Form and
return it to Aoraki Polytechnic.

Certificate in Carpentry

You will receive a full year of theoretical and practical skills training. Complete all of the theory units for N.C.C a range of practical work as required for the first year of an apprenticeship, and build a house! This establishes the best foundation for employment or an apprenticeship as required by the building and construction industry.

View the programme fact sheet here (pdf format). - Timaru

International programme factsheet

Complete an Application Form and
return it to Aoraki Polytechnic.

Log Building

Introduction to Log Building Techniques (Level 3)
This programme provides you with practical experience of fundamental log building techniques.

Introduction to Log Home Construction (Level 4)
This programme extends your skills and knowledge with a focus on more complex techniques than those covered in the course above.

These two week courses are offered in Geraldine, New Zealand

View the programme fact sheet here (pdf). 

View the Log Building course brochure (pdf)

Enquire now by email 

Above: Introduction to Log Building Techniques (Level 3)
2009 Graduates

Complete an Application Form and
return it to Aoraki Polytechnic.

Certificate in Woodturning

The aim of this programme is to provide students with knowledge and practical skills in woodturning.

View the programme fact sheet here (pdf format). - Timaru

Complete an Application Form and
return it to Aoraki Polytechnic.

Certificate in Ecological Building and Design

This programme was developed and is delivered in conjunction with the Building Biology and Ecology Institute of New Zealand.

The Certificate in Ecological Building and Design is designed to provide a course of study suitable for people from varying backgrounds who have an interest in the built environment and its effect on the health of people and the natural environment.

The programme will compliment career training in the fields of Architecture, Drafting, Building and Construction, Interior and Landscape Design, Town Planning, Natural Health and Social Work.

It will also suit individuals interested in improving their own health or building their own home.

Study is online at a pace suitable to the individual student.

View the programme fact sheet here (pdf format)

Or download the brochure here.

Complete an Application Form and
return it to Aoraki Polytechnic.

Certificate in Animal Care (Level 2)

Expressions of interest are now being taken for this potential new programme.

Interested in pursuing a career working with animals? The National Certifi cate in Animal Care
(Level 2) will provide you with a good foundation to progress onto further animal related
study and/or to fi nd employment in the industry.

View the information sheet here (pdf format). - Timaru
International programme fact sheet

Complete an Application Form and
return it to Aoraki Polytechnic.

National Certificate in Seafood Processing (Level 2)

Introduction to the Programme
The aim of this programme is to develop a range of basic skills and knowledge in seafood processing and in occupational health and safety practice.

View the programme fact sheet here (pdf format). - Timaru

Complete an Application Form and
return it to Aoraki Polytechnic.