Level 3 Automotive Academy - Year 2. Double line option course (Yr 13)

In 2025 there might be changes to some aspects of this course , but the aims will still coincide with the description below. 

The AWVA Automotive Academy is offered over two school years. For 2025 this course is being aligned with the needs of MITO, (Motor Industry Training Organisation of NZ). Students will be carrying out vehicle servicing and repairs using the latest in workshop equipment and diagnostic tools. Changes should allow our students to gain credits that contribute to their motor apprenticeship in future years.

There is now a garage type set-up at MHS and students will be trained in doing pre-WOF service type work, tyre changing, balancing and using the hoist to change filters etc. Students will be involved in practical work that will include authentic minor vehicle auto servicing. This will involve using our onsite garage, which contains two hoists.

Students will complete unit standards, mainly through online work with MITO, and all the standards contribute credits towards the NCEA. 

Students will also be encouraged to be part of the Evolocity Electric Bike competition group.

During the course students will build a motorized trike at school. (There is a charge to cover the cost of the motor if students wish to take the trike home when finished). There will also be practical work at Massey High School, in our school garage and through work experience opportunities.

Successful completion of this course can allow students entry into a Polytechnic Level 4 course in any applied technology such as Automotive, Engineering, Carpentry qualification, or assist in gaining an apprenticeship.

Some of the standards in the second year, (Yr 13) are Level 2 but the majority are Level 3 and those contribute to Level 3 NCEA.

All academy students need to complete an AWVA Academy Application form. 

This can be picked up from the Academy Offices or email to Sarah at [email protected].

Places are limited in the academies and are not guaranteed until the application has been confirmed after the above.

If a student wishes to only do a one-hour course in the Automotive Academy at Level 3, they will need to see Mr Hackett at the Academy Offices to see if this is possible or email [email protected]. This situation would only apply to students who are able to catch up on work they can do at home.