General Electrician
Qualifications
Complete a vocational training program as an electrician, usually lasting 3.5 years.Academic Requirements: Must have completed secondary school before enrolling in the apprenticeship.Courses: Includes electrical circuits, wiring systems, installation of electrical components, safety, building regulations, and more.
Experience
During training, gain hands-on experience in residential, commercial, and industrial environments.After training, work under supervision or independently in various sectors.
Certifications
Gesellenbrief: Certification upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.Further Certification: Master Electrician (Elektro-Meister) for career advancement.
Industrial Electrician
Qualifications
Similar to a general electrician, but focuses more on industrial machinery and systems.Courses: Electrical systems in factories, machinery, automation, and industrial safety.
Experience
Hands-on work with large-scale electrical systems and machinery in factories or plants.Can specialize in fields like automation or manufacturing systems.
Certifications
Gesellenbrief (from apprenticeship).Master Electrician (Meister) for more senior roles.Specialized Certifications in industrial systems or automation.
Building Electrician
Qualifications
Vocational training in electrical installation, with a focus on residential and commercial buildings.Courses: Includes electrical systems, wiring, lighting systems, and code compliance for building regulations.
Experience
Installation and maintenance of electrical systems in homes, office buildings, and commercial properties.
Certifications
Gesellenbrief upon apprenticeship completion.Specialized Certifications for building electrical systems.Master Electrician (Meister) can be obtained for higher responsibility roles.