Unitec Automatic Trades Academy
13ATA Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge:
Entry CriteriaTo be accepted into the Trades Academy students must: have good school attendance, catch up on missed school work, be able to work independently, be polite, be punctual, follow instructions, complete all school and Unitec assessments and be great communicators. Students must check text messages and emails regularly and reply if required. Students must be able to be at school by 7.30am on the mornings that they will be attending the course at Unitec.
There is a limited number of spaces in this course. Students wishing to apply for the Trades Academy will be required to fill in an application form from the Careers Department and attend an interview.
If successful, students will be required to state which subject they will drop.
The Unitec (Automotive) Trades Academy is a 30 week Level 3 Automotive Engineering course held onsite at the Unitec Mt Albert campus.
The course offers a mix of theory and practical work in a dedicated automotive workshop. Students work on a variety of topics/content including removing, disassembling and inspecting an engine cylinder head, general repairs, reassembly and refitting an engine cylinder head and short block as well as health and safety within the workshop.
There are 20 Level 3 and 4 credits available.
Details:
Course Dates: February to October 2023 (every Tuesday)
Location: Unitec Mt Albert in a dedicated automotive workshop
Transport: Students are transported to and from Unitec via a minivan. Students must be able to be at school by 7.30am to meet the minivan. They will be returned to Westlake by the end of the school day.
Cost: There is no cost to the student to take part. The course is fully funded and all PPE gear is provided.
Learning Areas:
Career Pathways
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, Collision Repair Technician, Automotive Electrician, Automotive Technician, Motor Vehicle Salesperson, Engineering Machinist, Vehicle Groomer/Cleaner, Tow Truck Operator, Tyre Technician