New Zealand Certificate in Electrical Engineering Theory (Level 3)

Want to enter the electrical industry but not sure where to start?

Otago Polytechnic is the only provider of this certificate in the Otago region and our lecturers have strong industry connections. Benefit from their expertise and experience and enjoy the chance to gain theoretical knowledge by undertaking practical, hands-on work.

This project-based qualification where you will study topics such as Electricity Systems, Installation Fundamentals and Circuit Design and Operation will provide you with the knowledge and skills to enter employment in the electrical industry. If you want to become an electrician, this is the ideal pre-apprentice preparation. Alternatively, you may gain employment in non-registration areas of this industry such as electronic security, appliance servicing and automation. There is the chance for progression and promotion in these areas with further study and/or industry exams.

Upon successful completion of this level 3 certificate, you could enter an apprenticeship agreement with an employer and Otago Polytechnic to complete our Level 4 apprenticeship programme.

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New Zealand Certificate in Electrical Engineering Theory