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Plant mechanic (sanitary, heating & air conditioning)

This profession is all about the installation and operation of sanitary systems and air-conditioning technology.

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What does a Plant Mechanic (Sanitary, heating & air conditioning) do?

As a plant mechanic for sanitary, heating and air-conditioning technology, you are a professional when it comes to installing sanitary systems (e.g. shower, bathtub or toilet) and heating or air-conditioning systems. You install sustainable supply and disposal systems such as systems for rainwater and service water utilisation, but also solar systems and heat pumps in buildings. The technical basics include drilling, screwing and welding to fasten systems, but also the production of pipes, sheet metal and profiles.

What is important?

  • Craftsmanship and eye-hand coordination (e.g. when drilling holes for pipe fastenings or bending copper pipes)
  • Carefulness (e.g. when installing plumbing and the associated fittings)
  • Physical control and freedom from vertigo (e.g. when working on ladders and scaffolding)
  • Technical understanding (e.g. planning and maintaining building supply systems)
  • Ability to work in a team and good physical condition (e.g. when transporting heavy plant components)

Courses for Plant mechanics (Sanitary, heating & air conditioning)

The Level 1 = basic level is meant to give the very first basics for a profession, more like an orientation towards that profession. The Level 2 = intermediate level is for people that have mastered the basic courses and want to get a more detail knowledge for a profession. The Level 3 = advanced level is meant for people who already have knowledge in a specific industry and want to learn about specifications in that industry. The Level 4 = professional level is being designed for all those that are already working and want to acquire some new knowledge for that profession.

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