Plant and Equipment

The New Zealand Certificate in Heavy Automotive Engineering (Level 3 and 4) with strand in Plant and Equipment gives you the practical skills required for repairing and servicing heavy plant and equipment, including construction, off-road and earth-moving machinery.

Course low-down

Level: 3 and 4
Duration: 4 years
Fee: $1,189*

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Qualification

New Zealand Certificate in Heavy Automotive Engineering with strand in Plant and Equipment

Eligibility

Must be employed in the automotive industry
Suitable for apprentices and entry-level technicians

You'll learn to

Work safely and effectively in an automotive workshop by following industry policies, procedures, and regulations.
Use workshop tools and apply core automotive engineering knowledge to service vehicle systems, including basic electrical and electronic repairs.
Monitor the workplace and take action to maintain a safe, efficient environment.
Diagnose and repair common faults in construction, off‑road, and earth‑moving plant and equipment.

Credits

Level 3: 120 credits
Level 4: 240 credits

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Get qualified with MITO

Build your career working on the machines that shape New Zealand’s landscape. From construction gear to off‑road and earth‑moving plant, this programme gives you hands‑on experience with the heavy equipment that keeps the country moving.

With practical learning on the job and flexible online study to fit your schedule, you’ll develop real‑world skills and stay on track through MITO’s easy‑to‑use online Portal.

Programme outline

The programme includes a mix of workplace practical learning and eLearning which allows you to complete theory elements of the programme in your own time and at your own pace.

You can access eLearning resources, including videos, interactive simulations and online theory assessments, at any time and from any device – mobile phone, tablet or computer.

Real-time results and progress reports are available through MITO’s online Portal to both you and your supervisor.

Choose to complete one or both of the following qualifications:

New Zealand Certificate in Heavy Automotive Engineering (Level 3)
New Zealand Certificate in Heavy Automotive Engineering with Strand in Plant and Equipment (Level 4).

Training fee

The training fee is $1,189 (excluding GST and any bulk learner discount). Note this is an annual fee and is refundable.

*Prices may vary for work visa holders.

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Not yet employed in the automotive industry?

Get started with our Introduction to Automotive Engineering Micro-credential. Free, and ideal for school leavers – boost your confidence with job‑ready skills that industry employers are looking for.

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