Macleans College Macleans College

13ENM - Engineering (Mechanical) - NCEA Level 3*

13ENM
Subject Description

Teacher in Charge: Mr M. Ali, Mrs R. Winn.

Course prerequisites

Entry requirements 2025

13 Engineering (Mechanical) - NCEA Level 3*

Course Statement:
This course is designed to follow on from Level 2 Engineering (Mechanical) and further extend the skill base. The course aims to provide the training required for students to access careers in engineering-related industries. This is a practical course with theoretical modules to enhance learning. Students will make a technically challenging project that demands a high standard of workmanship with an accent on precision and determination. The course also allows students to gain skills in using CAD and CNC-based machines.
*This is a Unit Standards course and is not a UE Approved subject. However, the credits count towards the NCEA Level 3 Certificate which is required for UE. 
Topics Covered:

  • Use and care of fabrication machine and engineering marking out and measuring equipment

  • Basic knowledge and use of engineering materials.

  • Produce and interpret mechanical engineering drawings.

  • Construction of a 3-Dimensional engineering model using CAD.


Faculties:

1 - NCEA Courses Level 2 and 3, Creative Arts, Design & Industry Courses, Vocational Pathways


Assessment Information

Assessments are based on the students' practical projects and workbooks.



			


				





    

        
Disclaimer

        
All subjects for 2025 are subject to numbers and staff.