NZ Motor Industry Training Organisation (Inc) (MITO)

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Tom Glenddining using CDX at Armstrong Prestige in Wellington

Improving workforce literacy is not only about ensuring an employee can read and write. Numeracy, problem solving, critical thinking, speaking and listening skills, and the ability to use technology are crucial to performing well in the workplace.

The exponential increase in the use of technology is industry wide. Whether in vehicles being worked on, tools used to repair the vehicles or systems used to track jobs, being able to learn and use new technologies is essential to stay ahead in your career.
MITO has developed a number of programmes and resources to help apprentices tackle the technology challenge.

Literacy programmes

MITO apprentices who would benefit from numeracy and/or literacy development can access up to 30 hours of support by contacting their MITO Industry Training Advisor. MITO is committed to ensuring apprentices are equipped to make best use of technology in the workplace.

Electronic study resources

MITO is developing electronic study resources which, as well as providing essential learning materials, allow apprentices to become familiar with the use of electronic technology.

Resources which have already been developed include the electronic Training Manual and a customised version of CDX.

CDX is a computer based learning tool which allows apprentices to watch videos, animations, graphics and simulations to explain or reinforce the concepts and processes they are learning in the workplace.

Information and Communication Technology Programme

To help apprentices get the most out of the electronic study resources MITO has recently developed the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Programme.

The programme was piloted with over 300 apprentices in October and November. Thirty one induction workshops were held nationwide. Apprentices were shown how to make better use of MITO's electronic study resources. In 2009 they will continue the programme through on-job training and off-job courses.

The programme will take approximately 12 months and can be completed at the same time as an apprenticeship. As well as becoming more competent in using computers, apprentices can also achieve a National Certificate in Computing (Level 2).