Curriculum for Motor vehicle mechanic, heavy-duty vehicles Vg3 / in-service training at a training establishment (BTK3-01)

Motor vehicle mechanic, heavy-duty vehicles shall contribute to developing competence in troubleshooting, repairing and servicing heavy-duty vehicles. Heavy-duty vehicles play a central role in today's society for transporting people, animals and goods. The subject shall promote traffic and operational safety for motor vehicles. Furthermore, the subject shall help the trade satisfy the increasing requirements to efficiency and stricter requirements to reduce environmental emissions.

Learning in the subject shall help the apprentice develop competence in troubleshooting, repairs and maintenance. Furthermore, learning in the subject shall lay the foundation for professional insight and development and the ability to make independent assessments, to cooperate and improve communication skills.

Learning in the subject shall organise practical work tasks in areas of mechanics and electrical and electronic systems. The use of digital equipment shall be included in learning. Furthermore, learning shall contribute to develop the individual's professional pride and respect for people, the environment, equipment and costs. Learning in the subject shall emphasise rules for environment, health and safety.

Training completed and passed in the subject will lead to a Trade Certificate. The professional title is Automobile Mechanic for Heavy-duty Vehicles.