Metal technician
The metal technician has been a modular apprenticeship in Austria since June 1, 2011 . The training can last up to 3.5 or 4 years.
structure
Only certain combinations of main and basic modules are possible. The final apprenticeship examination is divided into a theoretical and practical examination. The theoretical examination is not required if the candidate has successfully completed the last class of the vocational school .
The training is divided into two or three modules:
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history
Due to the numerous main modules, the profession replaces numerous predecessors such as
- Sheet metal worker
- Vehicle manufacturer
- locksmith
- Blacksmith (except coppersmith , farrier and some other special blacksmithing techniques)
- Locksmith and steel locksmith
- Mechanical engineering technician (with again as predecessor shop fitter and machine fitter )