Industrial Measurement and Control

Waihanga Ara Rau is reviewing two qualifications in Industrial Measurement and Control: 

New Zealand Certificate in Industrial Measurement and Control (Theory) (Level 4) [Ref. 2252]  

New Zealand Certificate in Industrial Measurement and Control (Level 5) with strands in Process Control, and Process Automation [Ref. 2253] 

The qualifications are scheduled for a five-year review. This review will ensure the qualifications stay relevant to modern IMC practices and continue to deliver capable, confident technicians. 

Who are we engaging with? 

We’re seeking input from: 

• Industrial production facilities that use IMC, and business owners 

• Trainees and supervisors 

• Tutors and assessors 

• Māori and iwi stakeholders 

• Industry bodies and trade associations 

What we want to know

• Do graduates of these qualifications have the knowledge and skills that industry expects? 

• Do graduates of these qualifications believe they have the skills required to work as IMC technicians at the appropriate level? 

• Are there any important industry skills missing from these qualifications? 

• What is working well? Do you have any suggestions for improving these qualifications? 

Stakeholder engagement and any required qualification updates will take place from September to October 2025. 

How you can contribute 

Your insights into how the qualifications work in practice are essential. Whether you’re involved in trainee supervision or hiring IMC technicians, we want to hear from you. 

Please email Kaye Gilhooley if you have any questions about the review, feedback on the qualifications or if you would like to receive regular updates on the review.