We organise day trips to Canterbury-based Aruhiko PEET Member sites and an annual 4-day Power Systems Field Trip. Field trips are organised and administered by the EPECentre with financial and industry support provided through the membership of the Aruhiko Power Engineering Excellence Trust (PEET).
The annual Power Systems Field Trip takes place in the North Island and South Island on alternate years. Usually held in the mid-year break (June/July), we take around 30 students to see the inner workings of NZ hydropower stations, wind farms, geothermal and co-generation plants, as well as some key consumers.
The Power Systems Field Trips are continually rated by students as the best at UC, giving insight and bringing to life learning in true context. Seats on the trips are limited and in high demand.
2026 field trips
The next 4-day Power Systems Field Trip will take place in the North Island in 2026 from 6-9 July.
Also on offer are the following regional trips:
- 13-14 April - Meridian Energy
- 3 September - MainPower
For more information and to express your interest in attending a trip check the Aruhiko PEET Power Systems Field Trips page on Ako Learn.
