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Pathways Awarua
Pathways Awarua is a free and fun way of learning online, that gets you up to speed with essential skills for life and work. Modules cover things like maths, reading, writing, the Road Code and Health and Safety. This has been developed by the Tertiary Education Commission for New Zealand youth and adults.
You can learn by yourself or with a tutor and you can go at your own pace. Access Pathways Awarua online at anytime and on any device.
Study Toolbox - Maths
Our Learning Advisors have put together links to free online maths courses and videos in the Study Toolbox section on our website.
You can also book an appointment with a Learning Advisor to get help with maths. Choose "maths only help" when making the booking.
Books - Maths and Physics
Located at the Manukau Campus Library.
Mathematics for Plumbers and Pipefitters by Dewey Number: 696.10153 SMIISBN: 9781111642600Publication Date: 2012Covers the basics and maths specific for on the job eg. pipe length calculations, sheet metal work, and the builder's level. Also covers subjects like physics, volume, pressures, and capacities.
Basic Physics by Dewey Number: 530 KUHISBN: 9780471134473Publication Date: 1996Goes over key concepts in physics.
Other study help
Book an appointment with a Learning Advisor if you'd like support with your assessments or with study skills eg. understanding what you need to do, time management etc.
MIT provides other support services such as Student Advisors who can help with issues affecting your study, our Foodbank or tauira Māori / Pasifika support. These services are listed on the MIT Student Support page.
Our Rangatahi - Talavou Guide
Check out our Rangatahi - Talavou Guide for links to further support.
Trusted health information
- Healthify He Puna WaioraThe Healthify website provides one place for New Zealanders to find reliable and trustworthy health information and self-care resources.
Women in Trades
TradeCareers is a website to connect women ready to work with trade employers. Read about other women in the trades, how to get a job and other issues women face in the industry.