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Tertiary Lecturer | Pūkenga Whare Wānanga

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Tertiary lecturers teach at universities, Te Pūkenga, wānanga and other post-secondary education providers. They also carry out research and do administrative tasks. 

Courses and qualifications

Links to NZQA-approved career development and practice qualifications and other sources of professional development.

Mining Engineer | Mataaro Waro

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Mining engineers plan, prepare, design and manage the development of opencast (above ground) or underground mines. 

Aeronautical Engineer | Mataaro Whakahaere Pūkaha Rererangi

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Aeronautical engineers plan and supervise the design, development and modification of all types of flight vehicles. They also monitor and analyse in-service failures and faults.

How to help tertiary learners change their course

Tertiary learners need the right advice when they want to change courses.

Mechanical Engineer | Mataaro Pūkaha

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Mechanical engineers design and give advice on the building and repair of machines and tools. They also investigate problems and faults with machinery, and study ways to improve manufacturing and energy production.

Biomedical Engineer | Mataaro Rongoā Koiora

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Biomedical engineers design, build and maintain medical equipment, artificial body parts and computer programs to help treat disabilities, diseases, or injuries.

Electrical Engineer | Mataaro Pūhiko

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Electrical engineers design, construct and manufacture electrical systems. They also maintain, operate and manage these systems.

Fire Engineer | Mataaro Ārai Ahi

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Fire engineers plan and design safety features that detect, control or reduce fire and smoke in buildings and structures. They also analyse how fire behaves and how safety features perform in fire.