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Level 
4
Manufacturing

New Zealand Certificate in Saw Doctoring

Wood manufacturing
125
 credits
About this qualification

The purpose of this qualification is to provide the wood manufacturing sector with people who have the advanced technical skills and knowledge required to operate as trade-level saw doctors.

Graduates will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of saw centre plant and equipment, without supervision.  Graduates will also be responsible for the maintenance of plant and equipment and will be capable of making technical decisions related to saw specifications to maintain productivity.