Wintec is Waikato's local polytech, providing tertiary training options for engineering. Courses are offered in pre-trade level 2. Level 3 & 4 for apprentices. NDE Diploma is a 2 year full time Level 6 course for technicians. The Level 7 course is 3 years full time for technologists, BEngtech.

University of Waikato is Waikato's local university, providing tertiary training options for engineering. BE is a 4 year degree that can lead to registration as a proffessional Engineer.

Reginonal, National and International Competions for young people to encourage excellence through hands on ability, quality of workmanship, job planning and problem solving.