Strands in the Diploma in Engineering

The Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical) can be studied in one of the three speciality strands: Mechanical, Production, or Mechanical Services

Mechanical.

Is the most general strand and focuses on engineering design technology. Graduates are trained to use technology for the design of machines and systems that are essential in industry. Subjects include Strength of materials, Mechanical of Machines, Advanced Thermodynamics. Companies rely on these technicians to solve problems in a wide range of fields from transport, agriculture, manufacturing, processing, product design, research

Production.

Specializing in the skills required in the production industry where engineers use their skills to establish efficient production methods and maximise factory outputs and profits. Technicians in this strand will be trained in operational management, production management, and Quality Assurance

Mechanical Services.

Specializing in the design of Heating, Ventilating, Air-Conditioning, and Refrigeration, these graduates are essential in the design of modern buildings to achieve a comfortable environment for the occupants and providing process heating/cooling for industry. Typical instillations include hotels, high-rise buildings, Food processing cool stores, Factories, stadiums, auditoriums, movie theatres.

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IRHACE (Institute of Refrigeration, Heating Airconditioing Engineers of NZ)