Construction and Infrastructure (Level 2)

About the programme

In this NCEA Level 2 programme, you’ll be introduced to and get an exciting look into the trades construction and infrastructure industry. Your first year of learning is hands-on practical where you will learn components in electrical, plumbing and building, as well as the opportunity to create things that you will be proud of. This course offers entry-level skills that you can take with you to the next level of your career in construction and infrastructure.

Vocational pathway: Construction and Infrastructure

Programme code: WTA011

Programme modules: Building, Electrical Engineering, Plumbing and Gasfitting

NCEA level: Level 2 (Level 3 in year 2)

Number of credits: 30

​Criteria: Students enrolled in the WTA must still attend secondary school and keep up with their normal school work. The unit standards achieved at the WTA will count towards NCEA Level 1, 2 or 3.​  

Duration of programme: 31 weeks

Programme structure: One day per week (8.30am-3pm) during the school term.

Location: Depending on your closest location, it will be one of the following:

• Rotokauri Campus
• Kopu Campus, 25 Kopu Road, Thames
• Ōtorohanga Campus, 38 Phillips Avenue, Ōtorohanga

Cost: Free to the student.

Transport: To be arranged with your school and covered by WTA (if applicable).

Further details: On the WTA home page and www.youthguarantee.net.nz.

Contacts: You must enrol through your school. See your careers advisor.

Year 2 entry criteria: To move on, you will need to have completed 80% of the available credits in year 1.