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First Mechatronics Technician (bbl)

Safe installation of machines and parts

As a first-level mechatronics engineer, you'll primarily work in the mechanical engineering and equipment manufacturing industries. You'll maintain focus and be aware of any deviations in the technical process. You'll also assist in building complex machines.

During your program, you'll learn to work independently and confidently with technology. You'll receive theoretical knowledge and extensive practical training in the modern environment of the Brainport Industries Campus. There, you'll learn about control engineering, electrical engineering, and mechanical engineering, among other things.

You'll be working alongside others. Therefore, a collaborative attitude and excellent communication and social skills are essential. You'll also always be mindful of your own safety and that of your colleagues. The machines you deliver are always safe to use. As a first-team mechatronics engineer, you'll primarily work in the machine and equipment manufacturing industry. You'll maintain focus and be aware of any deviations in the technical process. You can also assist in building complex machines.

Areas of interest

More information.

What are you becoming?

You can work in the mechanical engineering and equipment manufacturing industries. Further education is also an option. You can then pursue a level 4 qualification, such as Mechatronics Systems Technician or Electrical Systems Technician.

This is one of your teachers

What does your education look like?

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

Additional guidance with the bbl-plus program

Could you use some extra guidance with practical learning? Then it is bbl-plus traject what for you:

  • Individual learning path with a lot of personal attention
  • Practical learning in the high-tech practice area of the Brainport Industries Campus 

Education and Examination Regulations (OER)

The Education and Examination Regulations (OER) of a course specify what you will be doing in which period, how much time is spent on this and an overview of the exams that will be taken. Find the OER for your course 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 2026-2027 school year is 762 euros.

Other costs

For an estimate of the additional costs for this course, please see mbowebshop.nlEvery year, by July 1st, all school fees for the following academic year are announced there. To actually order, you must log in with your Summa account.

Laptop

For many courses, students cannot do without a laptop. See the overview whether this applies to your course and download the correct specifications.

Elective courses

During your studies, you choose one or more electives to specialize or broaden your knowledge. For example, in entrepreneurship, management, programming, or a language. You'll receive more information about the electives available during your program. Each elective concludes with an exam. Read more about elective courses.

Study in figures

Study in figures provides clear information about this program and its job prospects. Want to learn 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.

Can I contact a teacher?

Teachers know what's going on at school. Feel free to ask your questions using the contact information below:

WhatsApp
Mechatronics & Industrial Automation: Team Leader Ruud van Melis

E-mail
Mechatronics & Industrial Automation: Team Leader Ruud van Melis

It is also possible to attend a walk-along day, tour, or open house. You can find all activities in our calendar.

What are you becoming?

You can work in the mechanical engineering and equipment manufacturing industries. Further education is also an option. You can then pursue a level 4 qualification, such as Mechatronics Systems Technician or Electrical Systems Technician.

This is one of your teachers

What does your education look like?

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

Additional guidance with the bbl-plus program

Could you use some extra guidance with practical learning? Then it is bbl-plus traject what for you:

  • Individual learning path with a lot of personal attention
  • Practical learning in the high-tech practice area of the Brainport Industries Campus 

Education and Examination Regulations (OER)

The Education and Examination Regulations (OER) of a course specify what you will be doing in which period, how much time is spent on this and an overview of the exams that will be taken. Find the OER for your course 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 2026-2027 school year is 762 euros.

Other costs

For an estimate of the additional costs for this course, please see mbowebshop.nlEvery year, by July 1st, all school fees for the following academic year are announced there. To actually order, you must log in with your Summa account.

Laptop

For many courses, students cannot do without a laptop. See the overview whether this applies to your course and download the correct specifications.

Elective courses

During your studies, you choose one or more electives to specialize or broaden your knowledge. For example, in entrepreneurship, management, programming, or a language. You'll receive more information about the electives available during your program. Each elective concludes with an exam. Read more about elective courses.

Study in figures

Study in figures provides clear information about this program and its job prospects. Want to learn 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.

Can I contact a teacher?

Teachers know what's going on at school. Feel free to ask your questions using the contact information below:

WhatsApp
Mechatronics & Industrial Automation: Team Leader Ruud van Melis

E-mail
Mechatronics & Industrial Automation: Team Leader Ruud van Melis

It is also possible to attend a walk-along day, tour, or open house. You can find all activities in our calendar.

summa testimonial mechatronica

Later I want to teach other mechanics what I am learning now

sharon stevens

Former student First Mechatronics Engineer

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