Trade Taster (Unit Standards Bundle)
Details
The online ATNZ Trade Taster is a short, beginner-friendly course designed to introduce you to essential engineering skills, safe workshop practices, and basic measurement and fabrication concepts. It’s perfect for secondary school leavers, career changers, or anyone interested in exploring the trades before committing to an apprenticeship.
This course uses real engineering unit standards that count toward future training pathways.
| Credits | 13 |
|---|---|
| Study Type | Self-paced online (plus any required face-to-face practical components) |
| Duration | Approx. 16 weeks part-time |
| Start | Anytime: Enrol and begin immediately |
| Assessment | You will complete online assessments and practical tasks (where relevant). On successful completion, you will earn credits for each unit standard. |
| Cost | $620 (incl. GST) |
This Trade Taster suits you if:
You want to explore a career in engineering or manufacturing
You enjoy practical, hands-on work
You want an entry-level introduction before starting an apprenticeship
You’re not yet ready to commit to a full qualification
You need foundational knowledge to prepare for Level 3 or 4 programmes
What You Will Learn
Across this 5-unit bundle, you will learn how to:
- Work safely in an engineering environment
- Carry out basic calculations and measurements
- Identify and use engineering tools
- Understand lifting, moving, and handling loads
- Carry out basic engineering tasks and workshop processes
These skills provide strong preparation for a future apprenticeship with ATNZ.
Unit Standards Included
- Unit Standard 21911
Demonstrate knowledge of safety on engineering worksites
Level: 2 Credits: 2 Delivery: Online
- Unit Standard 29397
Demonstrate knowledge of basic trade calculations and units of measure for mechanical engineering trades
Level: 2 Credits: 4 Delivery: Online
- Unit Standard 29675
Demonstrate knowledge of safety when lifting loads in engineering installation, maintenance, and fabrication work
Level: 2 Credits: 2 Delivery: Online
- Unit Standard 29670
Demonstrate knowledge of fabrication machinery, materials and processes
Level: 2 Credits: 3 Delivery: Online
- Unit Standard 29650
Demonstrate knowledge of the safe use of powered equipment in a mechanical engineering or fabrication workshop
Level: 2 Credits: 2 Delivery: Online
Entry requirements
- You must be 16 years or older
- You must be a Domestic Student (NZ Citizen, Resident, or Resident Visa holder)
- No prior experience is required
- Access to a computer and internet for online learning
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