NZ Certificate in Electricity Supply Line Mechanic Distribution Level 4

Duration

This course will be delivered in a combination of workplace training and off-job block course training with the completion within approximately 24 months.

Delivery

5 x off-job block courses – plus on-job work experience

Cost

• $13,500 per learner (excl. GST)
• Include NZ Certificate in Electricity Supply (Introductory) Level 2 for a total of $14,500.00 per learner (excluding GST) - minimum numbers apply

Note: Minimum numbers apply for course to proceed.

Learners must of completed NZCES Level 2 and be currently employed in the distribution sector.

Recognising Current Competency

On job assessment program recognising current competency for skilled and experienced workers that don’t hold a current formal qualification.

Duration

This qualification will be delivered over 3-6 months excluding capstone assessments and includes handover, gathering evidence, a professional interview and referee checks.

Cost

• Total Qualification Cost $7,968.00 per learner (excl. GST)

To be eligible for this RCC assessment, you must meet the following entry criteria:

• You are a New Zealand citizen, or permanent resident, or hold a visa that allows work and training within New Zealand.
• Currently in full time employment in the Electrical Supply Industry as a Line Mechanic.
• You have 2 years full time experience working within the Electricity Supply Industry beyond your electrical registration.

Learners must hold:

• New Zealand Certificate in Electricity Supply (Introductory) Level 2 or equivalent
• EWRB provisional or practicing licence

Talk to us about Fees Free eligibility.

Course Structure

The course is structured using a mixture of on-job and off-job learning.

Off-job learning is completed during week-long blocks, the trainee will return to their workplace where they will further develop their skills with the guidance of workplace mentors and support from their iskills specialist assessors.

Capstone assessments are included that meet the formal requirements of EWRB Registration.

Also included are plant operator and high-risk activity training that meet the MBIE approved code of practice.

Course Subjects

• Health and Safety
• Communication and Teamwork
• Electrical Theory and Practice
• ESI Rules, Regulations, and Work Practices
• Operation of Network Equipment, Plant, and Machinery
• Installation, Maintenance, and Inspection of Distribution Network Lines and Associated Equipment

Capstone Unit Standards

31954

‍Install and commission network lines, and service as transformer using an access permit (a minimum of 4 people required to deliver this practical training as per the unit standard)

‍32255

‍Demonstrate and apply knowledge of legislation and codes of practice in the electricity supply industry

‍28110

‍Demonstrate knowledge of electrical power, energy, cost of consumption and inductors and capacitors in AC circuits