Retraining as a metal technology specialist

Specialists in metal technology, specializing in assembly technology, primarily work in companies in the metal and electrical industries. They are employed wherever components are assembled into larger units or finished machines or products, for example, in mechanical and plant engineering, the household appliance industry, or automotive manufacturing.

The retraining program includes theoretical and practical training and concludes with an examination before the Chamber of Industry and Commerce.

Target group & requirements

• The retraining requirements of the respective beneficiaries must be met
• secondary school certificate
• technical understanding and professional experience
• good written and spoken German skills

Goals

Upon successful completion of the training, participants will be qualified to take up employment as a metal technology specialist.

Content & Services

• Theoretical and practical instruction as well as vocational school instruction in the BWNW
• Placement in a 6-week internship
• Preparation for the final examination before the Chamber of Industry and Commerce [IHK]

Contents of the lessons include:

• Occupational safety and accident prevention regulations
• Environmental protection
• Assembling and disassembling components into assemblies as well as assemblies into machines or complete products
• Manufacturing components and assemblies using various joining techniques
• Testing and adjusting functions on assemblies or complete products
• Monitoring and optimizing assembly and disassembly processes
• Manual and mechanical manufacturing of components
• Assembly of cables, electrical and electronic components
• Applying circuit and function diagrams of various systems
• Implementation of quality assurance measures

Duration & Course

The retraining program lasts 16 months. The start date depends on the final examination dates and is usually early March or October, but in special cases, it can also be arranged individually.

Class times

Financial support

The retraining is a further training measure approved under AZAV and can be funded through a training voucher from the employment agency or a job center.

Interested parties should therefore coordinate their entry into the retraining program with the relevant training provider.