Heavy vehicle mechanic
Would you like to work with heavy vehicles, technology and problem-solving? This programme gives you the skills needed to service, troubleshoot and repair trucks and other heavy vehicles.
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About the programme
As a heavy vehicle mechanic, you work with servicing, troubleshooting and repairing heavy vehicles and mobile machinery. The automotive industry is constantly developing, with new materials, products and working methods. You therefore need skills in mechanics, electronics and IT.
The programme is provided by Luleå Municipality and takes place in Luleå.
Key facts
Study format: On-site
Study pace: Full-time, 77 weeks
Level: Upper secondary
Credits: 1,540
Language of instruction: Swedish
Location: Luleå
Application
The programme starts on:
14 September
- First admission round: application deadline 21 June
- Second admission round: application deadline 16 August
16 November
- Application deadline 4 October
Cost
The programme is free of charge and qualifies for Swedish student finance through CSN.
Entry requirements
To apply, you need passing grades from Swedish compulsory school or equivalent knowledge.
If you have studied at the equivalent basic level, you need passing grades in Swedish or Swedish as a second language, mathematics and English.
A category B driving licence is an advantage.
After the programme
You can work in roles such as:
- heavy vehicle mechanic
- truck technician
- heavy vehicle service technician
- mechanic in a truck or commercial vehicle workshop
- diagnostic technician specialising in heavy vehicles.
Further studies
You can continue your studies in areas such as:
- heavy vehicle diagnostics
- vehicle technology, specialising in areas such as electronics or diagnostics
- higher vocational education in vehicle technology, diagnostics, or service and maintenance.
Good to know
You pay for your own course materials and any required protective equipment.
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Contact
Education administration
E-mail: larcentrum@boden.se
Phone: +46 921 627 52