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Machine operator wood technology (bbl)

Making beautiful wooden parts with machines

A beautiful dark oak spiral staircase. Something like that catches your eye the moment you enter a house or building. And you can build it soon. Together with your colleagues.

In the Machine Operator Wood Technology (Machine Woodworker) course, you'll learn to make all kinds of wooden parts, for doors, window frames, furniture, and stairs. You'll know exactly how to work wood. Need milling, sanding, or sawing? From raw wood, you'll create a part that fits perfectly. You'll know how to set up, operate, and maintain woodworking machines, and you'll be supervised by an experienced colleague. You'll also manage the supply and removal of raw materials.

At school, you learn how to use the machines. You learn how they work, what they do, and how to set them up. Above all, you learn how to work safely. The different types of wood, their properties, and how to process them? After studying Machine Operator Wood Technology, you'll be familiar with all of that! 

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What are you becoming?

As a wood technology machine operator, you'll work in the woodworking industry, such as furniture, facades, and staircases. You can also continue on to further education, for example, All-round wood technology machine operator.

What does your education look like?

The Wood Technology Machine Operator program is a work-based learning program. This means 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 314 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 basic vocational training (level 2) you must meet one of the following conditions:

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

Work at a recognized training company

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.

You can apply for this with the partnership BosMti in Nuenen or you can apply directly to a work-study company. For an overview of accredited work-study companies and more information about the job market, internships, and professions, visit www.s-bb.nl.

Can I contact a teacher or student?

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

WhatsApp
Bbl training and Wood: teacher Ron Rooijackers

E-mail
Bbl training and Wood: teacher Ron Rooijackers

InstagramDM to @summa_interieuradvies
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 wood technology machine operator, you'll work in the woodworking industry, such as furniture, facades, and staircases. You can also continue on to further education, for example, All-round wood technology machine operator.

What does your education look like?

The Wood Technology Machine Operator program is a work-based learning program. This means 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 314 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 basic vocational training (level 2) you must meet one of the following conditions:

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

Work at a recognized training company

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.

You can apply for this with the partnership BosMti in Nuenen or you can apply directly to a work-study company. For an overview of accredited work-study companies and more information about the job market, internships, and professions, visit www.s-bb.nl.

Can I contact a teacher or student?

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

WhatsApp
Bbl training and Wood: teacher Ron Rooijackers

E-mail
Bbl training and Wood: teacher Ron Rooijackers

InstagramDM to @summa_interieuradvies
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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