Course Overview
This course is designed for people already working in the electrical industry.
New Zealand is crying out for more electrical service technicians to repair faulty appliances. This evening course will suit you if you're already working in the electrical industry and want to gain a qualification.
It's both theoretical and practical with an emphasis on safety, measurement techniques and safe working practices.
Upon successfully completing the requirements you'll receive:
- The Electrical Workers Registration Board (EWRB) Electrical Service Technician practical assessment
| Locations | Tauranga |
|---|---|
| Next intake | May 2025 View more details |
| Study options |
26 weeks part-time |
| Total credits | 23 |
| Indicative Fees | $1,153 for domestic students View full fees information |
| Eligibility | View entry criteria |
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Career opportunities
Graduates of this course must also work under supervision of a registered person, installing and repairing a wide range of appliances for a minimum of 18 months, and complete a written examination before they can apply for full registration with the Electrical Workers Registration Board (EWRB).
Topics you'll cover
In-class delivery will be over 24 weeks, with weekly three-hour night classes.
Learn to service and install large appliances like commercial refrigeration units, air conditioners and three-phase electrical equipment. This course focuses on the maintenance, disconnection and reconnection of single phase and three-phase electrical appliances supplied by flexible cord or fixed-wired up to 460 volts.
You'll also be required to complete a theory examination through EWRB ASPEQ. This examination will be paid for separately from this course.
Course Fees
| Indicative Fees * | $1,153 for domestic students |
|---|
Your final fee may vary if:
- you have a choice of topics/papers to study
- the qualification excludes GST
- there are extra course materials to purchase
- student levies apply
We’ll let you know if any of these apply to you.
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Course Entry Information
Entry criteria
- There are no minimum academic requirements
- You must already be working in the electrical industry
Standard Entry Criteria
Admission, entry, selection, and enrolment into programmes will be in accordance with the Academic Regulations and/or, where approved, specific programme regulations.
Other Considerations
- You'll also need to complete a First Aid and CPR course
English language requirements
Level 3 certificate IELTS General or Academic score of 5 with no band score lower than 5 or completed New Zealand Certificate in English Language Level 3 with an endorsement of either General, Workplace or Academic, or meets a relevant English Proficiency Outcome as outlined by NZQA.
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Course Locations and Intake Information
| Location | Campus | Start Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tauranga | Windermere Campus | 21 May 2025 |
Study options
- 26 weeks part-time
