Bern Technical College offers courses in solar technology, tinsmithing, metal technology and mechanical engineering.
The core competence of the courses lies in practice-oriented teaching with the corresponding integration of theory. Thanks to the part-time courses, the skills learned can be put into practice and transferred on an ongoing basis. This model gradually introduces students to their future activities in the company.
Solar installation course
At the beginning of the 4-5 day course, participants learn the basics of solar power. They learn how a photovoltaic system (PV system) works, what components it consists of and they can assign the symbols to the corresponding material on construction plans. They also familiarize themselves with the basics of occupational safety and the various dangers involved in working with electricity. They are aware that they are only allowed to work in a voltage-free environment and they know the safety rules for safely installing a PV system. They also acquire basic knowledge about the structure of pitched and flat roofs and acquire basic installation skills. They learn how to create substructures and independently install various PV systems on pitched and flat roofs. Finally, course participants also learn about occupational safety and the regulations for handling personal fall protection equipment (PPE). Anyone who has already completed a PPE course is exempt from this topic. A valid PPE certificate is a prerequisite for the issue of the course certificate.
Solarteur®
The SOLARTEUR® is a well-trained craftsman who can individually implement the best concept for energy supply with renewable energies for his customers. Graduates of the course receive comprehensive knowledge for the professional project planning, planning, installation, commissioning and maintenance of solar thermal, photovoltaic systems and heat pumps. For professionals in building technology and building envelopes and tradespeople from related professions. The course is an inter-professional continuing education and training / tertiary level B, therefore a completed vocational training at Federal VET Diploma level is a prerequisite. The continuing education, further training to become a SOLARTEUR® lasts one semester and includes 255 lessons of theoretical and practical instruction. A comprehensive teaching system with a modern laboratory and state-of-the-art testing facilities is provided for the practical lessons. After successfully completing the course, graduates are awarded the European protected title SOLARTEUR®.
Project Manager Solar Installation with Federal Diploma of Higher Education (FPE)
Solar installation project managers with a Federal Diploma of Higher Education are responsible for assessing, advising on and installing a solar installation (electricity and heat). Their field of work generally includes smaller buildings such as single-family homes, apartment buildings or commercial buildings. You will be able to plan standardized systems from A to Z and manage the installation.
The supplementary modules to the continuing education, further training Solarteur® consist of the project management basics (24 lessons) and solar system project management (60 lessons).
The offer is aimed at professionals with the Solarteur® certificate and the SUVA PSAgA certificate.
In cooperation with the Swiss solar engineering schools.
Production Specialist with Federal Diploma of Higher Education (FPE)
Mechanical Engineering Technician CHE
Training concept with double degree, preliminary course "JUMP-IN-CHE", blended learning and Industry 4.0.
The mechanical engineering technician CHE can successfully manage a mechanical workshop, a smaller company or a department in industrial production with his or her broad specialist knowledge, economic mindset and social and methodological skills. Holistic, networked thinking and foresight help them to actively manage their field of activity and prepare for the future. The modular training lasts 6 semesters and can be interrupted or completed after 2 semesters with an intermediate qualification as a Production Specialist with Federal Diploma of Higher Education. This 2-stage course gives students the flexibility to choose the right level of training to suit their goals. The course is aimed at professionals in the MEM industry who want to develop without turning their backs on the workshop.
Metal construction workshop and assembly manager with federal certificate (FPE)
Metal construction workshop and assembly managers lead a team of metal construction workers in a metal construction company. They coordinate and monitor the production processes in the workshop and the assembly work on the construction site. As supervisors, they ensure that work processes run smoothly. After receiving the execution plans, they assign the work to be carried out to the employees. During the execution of an order, they monitor the quality of the work and are responsible for production times and meeting deadlines. Metal construction workshop and assembly supervisors also carry out practical work themselves and act as role models. Most products are prefabricated in the workshop and finally assembled on the construction site. On the construction site, metal construction workshop and assembly supervisors coordinate and monitor the assembly work. They record the progress of the assembly work in a report. Metal construction workshop and assembly supervisors lead, encourage and motivate the employees assigned to them and are responsible for training apprentices.
This training is completed with the recognized title "Metal Construction Workshop and Assembly Manager with Federal Diploma of Higher Education"
Metal construction designer with federal certificate (FPE)
Metal construction designers work in the technical office of a metal construction, steel construction or façade construction company. They are responsible for the execution of orders, for personnel issues and for administrative and organizational tasks. Metal construction designers are responsible for drawing, design, organizational and scheduling tasks. Cost calculation and monitoring are also part of their area of responsibility. They calculate and draw up quotations, monitor materials management and control working and production times. Metal construction designers draw on in-depth knowledge of process engineering for their design work. They are familiar with the various assembly techniques and know how certain materials react to each other. They create the production documents according to templates, descriptions or verbal specifications, usually on a computer with CAD. On the construction site, metal construction designers are responsible for coordinated cooperation with other construction specialists. They monitor the execution of the order and provide support where necessary. They are also in direct contact with customers and suppliers.
Metal construction designers lead, encourage and motivate the employees assigned to them and are responsible for training apprentices.
This training is completed with the recognized title "Metal Construction Designer with Federal Diploma of Higher Education".
Master metalworker AFPE with federal diploma (AFPE)
Master metalworkers run a metal construction company or take on responsible management functions in larger companies. They mainly perform organizational and administrative tasks. They plan and organize order processing, manage staff and maintain customer contact. Master metalworkers represent the company externally. They take care of public relations, customer acquisition and support and also conduct negotiations with suppliers and meetings with clients, architects, engineers and other construction specialists. They take on the technical project management, control the processes and are responsible for the entire order processing. Master metalworkers calculate the costs of an order and draw up cost estimates. They also deal with post-calculation and, if necessary, make suggestions for reducing production costs. Mostly, however, they deal with company management and strategic business management tasks such as financing the company, pricing policy, the size and set-up of the company and evaluate new processes and production techniques. They are familiar with quality management tools, deal with the planning and implementation of marketing strategies, revenue management and legal issues. As personnel managers, master metalworkers are also familiar with personnel law. In addition to personnel management, they also take care of recruitment and deployment planning.
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