Fitting, Turning & Toolmaking
Fitters, Turners & Toolmakers use lathes, mills, grinders and other machine tools to make, fit and repair parts for machines and equipment.
The best start for a career in Fitting, Turning and Toolmaking is the pre-trade programme. On completion of the pre-trade programme, you can move into employment as an apprentice and work towards a higher trade certificate to become a fully qualified tradesperson.
CPIT's programmes of study for Fitting, Turning and Toolmaking are:
- Certificate in Engineering (Fitting, Turning and Toolmaking)
This programme will enable you to develop the skills and knowledge needed to begin a career in engineering trades.
Why should I do my trade training at CPIT?
- Purpose built facilities - our specialised workshops have been custom built for delivering
trade - 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 the Engineering Trades programmes at CPIT.
What are my career options upon completing the Certificate in Engineering (Fitting, Turning & Toolmaking) at CPIT?
After completing the pre trade Certificate in Engineering, you'll be in a good position to apply for paid employment as an apprentice in any of the engineering trades.
As an engineering tradesperson you can gain employment in a wide range of industries including agriculture, manufacturing, plastics etc. You will generally work in factories, machine shops, tool rooms or in specific workshops depending on the type of work you are involved with.
Visit the KiwiCareers web site for more information on working conditions, pay and future prospects for:
What will I study?
This programme provides students with the fundamental skills and knowledge required to begin a career in the Engineering Trades. Subjects covered include:
- Engineering Drawings and calculations
- Assembling mechanical components
- Machining operations
- Fabrication work
- Simple measuring and dimensional measuring devices
- CNC machinery
- Welding procedures
- Safe work practices
- First Aid
- Personal skills
Where will I study?
Engineering trade programmes are delivered in the new purpose built Engineering Technology Centre at the CPIT Sullivan Avenue Campus in Opawa, Christchurch. In addition to specialised workshops and machine rooms, students have access to other campus facilities including:
- computer suites
- library
- cafeteria