Electrical Trades
Electrical energy is a fundamental component of our society and needs to be carefully managed. With a career in electrical trades you can specialise in one of the following fields:
- Installation & maintenance of electrical wiring in domestic or industrial premises
- Servicing of electrical accessories or equipment in domestic or industrial premises
- Electrical generation
- Electrical supply
CPIT's programmes of study in Electrical Trades are:
- Certificate in Pre Trade Electricity Supply
This programme will develop the skills and knowledge needed to begin a career in the Electricity Supply Industry. - National Certificate in Electrical Engineering Level 3
This qualification marks an intermediate stage in the training programme for people wishing to qualify as an electrician. - National Certificate in Electrical Engineering (Electrician for Registration)
Successful completion of this qualification is the final stage required prior to application to the EWRB for registration as an electrician.
Other Courses
CPIT Trades Innovation Institute also offers training for Electrical Service Technicians and Inspectors Training.
Why should I do my electrical trade training at CPIT?
- Purpose built facilities - our specialised workshops and laboratories have been custom built for delivering electrical programmes
- Hands on learning - all students have the opportunity to be involved with practical projects and industry work experience
- You'll get the skills that are in demand - TII works closely with the trades industry to ensure all training is current and relevant
Download an application form for CPIT's Electrical Trades programmes.
What are my career options upon completing my electrical trades training at CPIT?
There are a wide range of career opportunities for electrical tradespeople, including careers in the following fields:
- Installation & maintenance of electrical wiring in domestic or industrial premises
- Servicing of electrical accessories or equipment in domestic or industrial premises
- Electrical generation
- Electrical supply
How can I train to be a Registered Electrician?
To become a registered electrician you are required to complete level 2, 3 & 4 electrical engineering programmes, including the required on-job components. On completion you will need to pass the EWRB (Electrical Workers Registration Board) Theory & regulations exams to
gain your registration.
The typical pathways of study are:
1) Complete the Certificate in Pre Trade Electrical Engineering (with Practicum) which covers level 2 and 3 (39 weeks of full time study). Then enter an industry apprenticeship. The benefit of this pathway is that you complete the bulk of your study within one year. You will still need to complete the National Certificate in Electrical Engineering (Electrician for Registration) level 4 part time while working.
2) Complete the Certificate in Pre Trade Electrical Engineering Level 2 (21 weeks of full time study). Then enter an industry apprenticeship. The benefit of this pathway is that you enter the workforce within six months, however you will still need to complete a further two years of study part time to complete the level 2 and 4 programmes.
3) If you are unable to study full time you can complete the Level 2, 3 and 4 programmes part time for a minimum of three years while completing your apprenticeship.
What will I study?
Depending upon the level of training you are undertaking, students will study a range of subjects relevant to the electrical trades such as:
- Principles of electricity and magnetism
- Capacitors and semiconductors
- Testing appliances for safety
- First aid and cardio-pulmonary resuscitation
- Simple mathematics and mechanics
- Simple electrical instruments and measurements
- Report writing
- Drawing and interpreting electrical diagrams
- AC theory
- Earthing
- DC power supplies
- Knowledge of electrical switchboards
- Electric lighting
- Three-phase transformers
- Programmable logic controllers
- Semi-conductor power devices
- Theory for registration of electricians
Where will I study?
Electrical trades programmes are delivered at the CPIT Sullivan Avenue Campus in Opawa, Christchurch. Our facilities are purpose built for carpentry training with building barns, specialised workshops and machine shops. Students also have access to other campus facilities
such as:
- computer suites
- the library
- a cafeteria
Want to find out more?
For further information, make an online enquiry or contact us