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Further Vocational Qualification in the Security Sector

Valid from 1.1.2019

Holders of the further vocational qualification in the security sector are familiar with private security sector tasks and services, the rights and duties associated with performing them and, as far as necessary, legislation related to security sector tasks. They are familiar with the authorities relevant to the tasks in the private security sector, the core tasks of these organisations, and the different areas of corporate security. They are aware of the risks associated with private security sector tasks and the most common exceptional situations and know how to observe the requirements of occupational safety. They are also aware of the impacts that different environments have on the nature of the activities in terms of the tasks to be performed, situations encountered, and relevant legislation.

Holders of the further vocational qualification in the security sector understand that their occupation is about customer service and know what to do in situations involving accidental damage, problems, or conflicts. They have a strong command of the basics of interaction skills as well as verbal and nonverbal communication and draw on these abilities in their work.

Holders of the further vocational qualification in the security sector have basic knowledge of structural safety, technical supervision, and different surveillance methods in buildings. They are familiar with technical security and communication systems, structural safety, and surveillance of individuals. They know how to draw up the documents needed in their work and are familiar with the principles of reporting. They are familiar with the necessary security equipment and coercive devices.

Holders of the further vocational qualification in the security sector have mastered the basics of rescue activities and preparing for emergency conditions. They are familiar with the basics of fire safety and know what to do and how to minimise damage in fire prevention, in case of a potential fire and in prevention of secondary effects. They also recognise the labelling and know the properties of the most common hazardous substances. Additionally, they are able to administer life-preserving and psychological first aid.

Vocational qualification in Electrical Engineering and Automation Technology

Valid from 1.8.2022

Holders of a vocational qualification in electrical engineering and automation technology have the vocational skills required in tasks in the field of electrical engineering and automation technology and can work co-operatively and safely when carrying our different work tasks involving electrical and automation installations. Qualification holders can read planning documents of the field and carry out installation work according to the installation environment. They ensure that the final result is safe and meets the requirements set for the work.

Vocational Qualification in Laboratory Technology

Valid from 1.8.2022

Qualification holders can work as laboratory technicians in assignments such as quality monitoring, product development, research, and industrial processes in laboratories within various industries, research institutes, or the public sector. They know how to perform chemical, physical, biochemical, microbiological, and sensory analyses from different samples in an appropriate manner. They know how to choose appropriate chemicals, instruments, and equipment and are able to use and service instruments and equipment according to instructions. They know how to work in accordance with laboratory quality and environmental systems in an accountable manner. They comply with work, operating, and occupational safety instructions. They make use of information technology in their work. They can assess the reliability of results and their own performance. They are able to develop their vocational skills and work performance by means of good basic knowledge in mathematics and natural sciences.

Vocational Qualification in Safety and Security

Valid from 1.8.2022

Holders of a vocational qualification in safety and security have extensive vocational skills for working in the safety and security sector. They have deeper competence in security guarding, maintenance of public order, rescue activities or security technology. Qualification holders pay attention to the legislation concerning their work, know the official organisations in the safety and security sector and can operate naturally in a multicultural environment. They master the obligations belonging to members of their work community, the rules of the world of work and the use of force allowed to security guards and/or safety stewards.

Vocational Qualification in the Process Industry

Valid from 1.8.2022

Qualification holders have the basic competencies for working in different operating and maintenance management tasks of the processing industry in different fields.

Qualification holders are able to:

  • use the machines and equipment used in the manufacturing and packaging processes of different products according to safety instructions

  • use the process control automation systems and monitor the operation of process and field devices

  • monitor, control, and regulate the processes in their work area

  • ensure that processes run without malfunctions

  • perform operator-driven maintenance.

Competence area of biotechnology, process operator

Qualification holders know how to operate the machinery and equipment used in biotechnological manufacturing or packaging processes. They know how to use process control automation systems and monitor the operation of process and field devices as well as monitor, control, and regulate processes in their work area. They are able to monitor the condition of the equipment and ensure that processes run without malfunctions. They know how to perform tasks related to lubrication maintenance and other service operations on process and automation field devices. They are able to use animal and plant cells, microbes and genetically modified organisms appropriately in their work and work in compliance with the requirements of cleanroom classifications.

Competence area of the chemical industry, process operator

Process operators know how to use chemical, mechanical, and thermal processes and operate environmental technology and mass transfer unit processes. They know how to use process control automation systems and monitor the operation of process and field devices as well as monitor, control, and regulate processes in their work area. They are able to monitor the condition of the equipment and ensure that processes run without malfunctions. They know how to perform tasks related to lubrication maintenance and other service operations on process and automation field devices.

Competence area of metal refining, process operator

Process operators know the main stages of metal manufacture or refining from the acquisition of raw materials to final products and can work in the metal manufacture or refining process. They are familiar with process control or maintenance management and have specialised in one or two parts of the process.

Competence area of the paper industry, process operator

Process operators are familiar with pulp manufacturing and the different phases of paper and cardboard manufacturing and are able to work in some tasks or process phases in the manufacturing or refining of pulp, paper, or cardboard. They are able to monitor the condition of the equipment, ensure that processes run without malfunctions and determine the causes of possible malfunctions. They know how to perform tasks related to lubrication maintenance and other service operations on process and automation field devices.

Competence area of casting technology, foundry patternmaker

Foundry patternmakers have basic knowledge of casting, are familiar with the materials used and know how to use the required machines, equipment, and tools. They are able to work in one of the process phases in foundries, such as the manufacture of moulds and mould cores, casting, or the finishing and quality assurance of castings. They have specialised in the use of dead moulds or permanent moulds. Their tasks also include servicing, cleaning, and checking the tools used.