Mechatronics Technician (work-based learning)
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What are you becoming?
You can work in the mechanical engineering and equipment manufacturing industries. Further education is also possible, for example, with the Level 3 First Mechatronics Technician training course.
What does your education look like?
You work 4 days a week and you go to school 1 day a week.
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.
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
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.
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 possible, for example, with the Level 3 First Mechatronics Technician training course.
What does your education look like?
You work 4 days a week and you go to school 1 day a week.
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.
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
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.
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.
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