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First electrical installation engineer in the built environment (bbl)

Installing electrical systems: you have a talent for it!

You install electrical systems. Examples include power supplies, ventilation systems, fire alarms, alarm systems, and data systems. You lay the cables and pipes of a system and install components such as switches, lighting, or fire detectors.

You'll also assist with system testing. You'll often work independently, in residential settings as well as in non-residential buildings, such as offices, hospitals, schools, and factories. This means varied work in ever-changing environments.

At school and on the job, you'll learn what it takes to become a skilled electrical engineer. This includes working safely and learning to plan. We pay close attention to managing the expectations of customers, colleagues, and your employer. You'll also learn to work in a team, supervise technicians, and monitor their work. Because that's the responsibility of the first technician too!

You will receive lessons in the modern environment of Brainport Industries Campus.

Areas of interest

More information.

What are you becoming?

As a first-level electrical engineer in the built environment, you'll work for companies like electrical installation companies, infrastructure companies, alarm and fire alarm systems companies, IT/network companies, telecom companies, or home automation companies. You can also continue your education with a level-4 vocational training program to become a technician.

What does your education look like?

You work 4 days a week at a training company and go to school 1 day a week.

Education and Examination Regulations (OER)

In the Education and Examination Regulations (OER) of a study program, you can read what you will be doing in which period, how much time is spent on this, and an overview of the exams that will be administered. Find the OER for your study program here.

Search by your Crebo number (see the box on the right of this page) to view the OER for the current academic year. This will give you a general idea of what's expected of you when you start the program. The OER for the upcoming academic year will be available in July.

Statutory tuition fees

The statutory tuition fee for the 2027-2028 academic year amounts to 784 euros.

Other costs

For an estimate of the other costs for this program, visit mbowebshop.nl . Every year, all school fees for the following academic year are announced there no later than July 1st. To place an actual order, you must log in with your Summa account.

Laptop

For many study programs, students cannot do without a laptop. Check the overview to see if this applies to your program and download the correct specifications.

Elective courses

During your studies, you choose one or more electives to specialize or to broaden your education. Examples include In-depth Technology and Materials Knowledge, Responding to Innovations, or 3D Drawing. Throughout your studies, you will receive more information about the electives you can take. You complete each elective with an exam. Read more about electives.

Study in figures

Study in Figures provides clear information about this program and job market opportunities. Would you like to know more about these figures? Then check out this explanation.

What prior education do you need?

For the vocational training (level 3) and middle management training (level 4) you must meet one of the following conditions:

  • You have a diploma in pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) with a pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) track, a theoretical pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) track, or a mixed pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) track.
  • You have an (older) diploma from lbo, vbo, mavo or mavo-vbo.
  • You have a basic vocational training diploma (level 2) or a diploma from another vocational training course (level 3).
  • You have proof that you successfully completed the first three years of pre-university or senior general secondary education (havo) or pre-university education (vwo). Or you have another diploma or certificate recognized by the government.

Additionally

With targeted preliminary training at level 2 you have a better chance of successfully completing this course.

Work

During a personal interview or introductory meeting, we'll determine if this program is a good fit for you. To participate in this program, you must work at an accredited training company. If you don't work for such a company, we'll help you find a suitable work placement. You'll be responsible for finding one yourself.

For an overview of recognized training companies and more information about the labor market, internships, and professions, visit www.s-bb.nl.

Can you complete this program on an accelerated schedule?

Our educational program is tailored to you, so that you determine your own learning pace. You will discuss how quickly you can complete the program with your study coach and, if applicable, your training company.

Can I contact a teacher or student?

Teachers and students know what's going on at school. Feel free to ask your questions to our teachers and/or students using the contact information below:

WhatsApp
Electrical Engineering: teacher Marcel Kalkers

And neverl
Electrical Engineering: teacher Marcel Kalkers

It is also possible to attend a shadowing day, guided tour, or open day. You can find all activities in our calendar.

What are you becoming?

As a first-level electrical engineer in the built environment, you'll work for companies like electrical installation companies, infrastructure companies, alarm and fire alarm systems companies, IT/network companies, telecom companies, or home automation companies. You can also continue your education with a level-4 vocational training program to become a technician.

What does your education look like?

You work 4 days a week at a training company and go to school 1 day a week.

Education and Examination Regulations (OER)

In the Education and Examination Regulations (OER) of a study program, you can read what you will be doing in which period, how much time is spent on this, and an overview of the exams that will be administered. Find the OER for your study program here.

Search by your Crebo number (see the box on the right of this page) to view the OER for the current academic year. This will give you a general idea of what's expected of you when you start the program. The OER for the upcoming academic year will be available in July.

Statutory tuition fees

The statutory tuition fee for the 2027-2028 academic year amounts to 784 euros.

Other costs

For an estimate of the other costs for this program, visit mbowebshop.nl . Every year, all school fees for the following academic year are announced there no later than July 1st. To place an actual order, you must log in with your Summa account.

Laptop

For many study programs, students cannot do without a laptop. Check the overview to see if this applies to your program and download the correct specifications.

Elective courses

During your studies, you choose one or more electives to specialize or to broaden your education. Examples include In-depth Technology and Materials Knowledge, Responding to Innovations, or 3D Drawing. Throughout your studies, you will receive more information about the electives you can take. You complete each elective with an exam. Read more about electives.

Study in figures

Study in Figures provides clear information about this program and job market opportunities. Would you like to know more about these figures? Then check out this explanation.

What prior education do you need?

For the vocational training (level 3) and middle management training (level 4) you must meet one of the following conditions:

  • You have a diploma in pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) with a pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) track, a theoretical pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) track, or a mixed pre-vocational secondary education (VMBO) track.
  • You have an (older) diploma from lbo, vbo, mavo or mavo-vbo.
  • You have a basic vocational training diploma (level 2) or a diploma from another vocational training course (level 3).
  • You have proof that you successfully completed the first three years of pre-university or senior general secondary education (havo) or pre-university education (vwo). Or you have another diploma or certificate recognized by the government.

Additionally

With targeted preliminary training at level 2 you have a better chance of successfully completing this course.

Work

During a personal interview or introductory meeting, we'll determine if this program is a good fit for you. To participate in this program, you must work at an accredited training company. If you don't work for such a company, we'll help you find a suitable work placement. You'll be responsible for finding one yourself.

For an overview of recognized training companies and more information about the labor market, internships, and professions, visit www.s-bb.nl.

Can you complete this program on an accelerated schedule?

Our educational program is tailored to you, so that you determine your own learning pace. You will discuss how quickly you can complete the program with your study coach and, if applicable, your training company.

Can I contact a teacher or student?

Teachers and students know what's going on at school. Feel free to ask your questions to our teachers and/or students using the contact information below:

WhatsApp
Electrical Engineering: teacher Marcel Kalkers

And neverl
Electrical Engineering: teacher Marcel Kalkers

It is also possible to attend a shadowing day, guided tour, or open day. You can find all activities in our calendar.

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