Qualification Overview
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Qualification Title | Graduate Diploma in Engineering Technology with strands in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Power, Water and Water Waste, Highway Engineering | |||
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Qualification Type | Graduate Diploma | |||
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Level | 7 | |||
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Credits | 120 | |||
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Strategic Purpose Statement |
The aim of the Graduate Diploma in Engineering Technology with strands is to create a set of multi-disciplinary engineering technology professionals who will have the ability to undertake the high-level design, specification and project management within a specific selection of subject or discipline areas. In addition, the Graduate Diploma will provide technology professionals with multi-disciplinary skills and knowledge in one of the many disciplines by way of strands in: Mechanical, Mechatronics, Power, Water and Water Waste, and Roading / Transportation.
Each strand will have a range of knowledge which will enable graduates to provide optimal design solutions by being able to compare and evaluate the differing alternatives provided by, and within, each strand. Employers will gain graduates seeking an applied engineering understanding of the practical application of the content matter of the strand or discipline, and the technical skills to specify and manage projects. |
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Graduate profile |
On successful completion of the Graduate Diploma in Engineering Technology, with a strand, students will have the ability to:
Apply specialised technical knowledge and skills to a specific engineering field (strand) Apply skills in an organised approach to problem solving Display well-developed critical thinking capabilities, including analysing, evaluating and critically reflecting on information, decisions, and behaviour to enable strategic thinking and adaptability in a constantly changing global environment Recognise and adopt ethical dimensions inherent in business decision making, having regard for issues of social responsibility and sustainable practice Accept responsibility for the quality of their own work outcomes, and apply independent learning skills that encourage the regular accessing of new knowledge and information Effectively use written communication, technology, communication systems and well-developed interpersonal skills Apply project management principles, concepts and techniques to engineering problems associated with their strand discipline. |
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Education pathways |
Students graduating with the Graduate Diploma in Engineering Technology with one of the strands will have the appropriate skills and knowledge to enter the workforce, to go on to postgraduate study in Engineering or related areas, or to pursue further study and professional development opportunities.
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Entry Requirements |
Candidates are required to have:
a) Successfully completed a bachelor degree in an engineering discipline (excluding a specialisation in the strand the candidate wishes to complete in this programme) with a pass mark of 65% or more, from a New Zealand institution, or b) Successfully completed a bachelor degree in an engineering discipline from an approved and accredited overseas institution, with a pass mark of 65% or more or a Cumulative GPA of 6.5 or more; and completed their degree within 5 years; or c) Successfully completed the New Zealand Diploma in Engineering (Level 6) (excluding a specialisation in the strand the candidate wishes to complete in this programme) and have further practical, professional or educational experience of an appropriate kind; or d) Evidence of equivalent practical, professional or educational experience, as approved by the Centre Director or designated nominee. |
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Education Organisation | Te Pukenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology | |||
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Developed By | Te Pukenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology | |||
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Quality Assured By | New Zealand Qualifications Authority | |||
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Number | 3760 | |||
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Status | Current | |||
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Created | 2017-09-11 08:40:23.0 | |||
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Last Reviewed | 2018-01-17 13:50:46.0 | |||
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Next Review | 2023-12-25 00:00:00.0 | |||
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Content |
Graduate Diploma will provide technology professionals with multi-disciplinary skills and knowledge in one of the many disciplines by way of strands in: Mechanical, Mechatronics, Power, Water and Water Waste, and Roading / Transportation. Each strand will have a range of knowledge which will enable graduates to provide optimal design solutions by being able to compare and evaluate the differing alternatives provided by, and within, each strand
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