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First electrical engineer for industrial installations and systems (bbl)

You ensure that machines and installations work perfectly

Industrial electrical installations and systems are found in many places. In factories, traffic lights, ventilation and lighting systems in tunnels, trains, and trams, and in movable bridges and locks. These are often large machines.

Industrial electrical installations and systems are found in many places. In factories, traffic lights, ventilation and lighting systems in tunnels, trains, and trams, and in movable bridges and locks. These are often large machines. 

As the first technician, you ensure that equipment works perfectly. You install electrical components, run the correct cables, adjust and test systems to ensure they operate safely and sustainably. It's precise work where safety is paramount.

At school and at work, you'll learn what it takes to become a skilled electrical engineer. This includes learning to plan, work in a team, and manage the expectations of customers, colleagues, and your employer. You'll also learn to supervise technicians and monitor their work. Because that's also the responsibility of the first technician!

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 for industrial installations and systems, you'll work at companies that manufacture electrical equipment and complete electrical systems, large corporations, or infrastructure organizations. You can also continue your education, for example, with a level-4 vocational training program to become a technician.

What does your education look like?

You'll attend classes at school one day a week. You'll also work four days a week at a training company, earning a salary.

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, Advanced Technology and Materials Knowledge, Responding to Innovations, or 3D Drawing. 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.

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, please visit www.s-bb.nl.

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 walk-along day, tour, or open house. You can find all activities in our calendar.

What are you becoming?

As a first-level electrical engineer for industrial installations and systems, you'll work at companies that manufacture electrical equipment and complete electrical systems, large corporations, or infrastructure organizations. You can also continue your education, for example, with a level-4 vocational training program to become a technician.

What does your education look like?

You'll attend classes at school one day a week. You'll also work four days a week at a training company, earning a salary.

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, Advanced Technology and Materials Knowledge, Responding to Innovations, or 3D Drawing. 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.

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, please visit www.s-bb.nl.

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 walk-along day, tour, or open house. You can find all activities in our calendar.

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