Head of Department: Ragnar Þórisson
The first half of the study consists of basic courses with both practical and theoretical studies. After that, students are likely to take two compulsory standardized exams and then choose a specialized branch in the trade.
Tinsmithing
Tinsmiths measure, draw and construct objects from sheet metal, prepare working drawings of ceiling ducts based on drawings by designers and look after the construction, installation and maintenance of ventilation systems. They look after the metal cladding of buildings and determine the size and make of gutters and drains. Authorised to work as tinsmiths are those who have earned a journeyman’s certificate in tinsmithing issued by the Minister of Industry and Trade.
Framework and organisation of training
The average duration of the education and training programme is four years, organised as follows: formal education for six school terms, or 108 weeks including examinations, and 60 weeks of on-the-job training. The programme concludes with a journeyman’s examination.
Turning
Turners use metal cutting machines such as turning machines and milling machines in their work. Turning calls for finesse and precision and consists in new construction almost without exception. Turners design and make components for use in machinery and equipment. Authorised to work as turners are those who have earned a journeyman’s certificate in turning, issued by the Minister of Industry and Trade.
Framework and organisation of training
The average duration of the education and training programme is four years, organised as follows: formal education for six school terms, or 108 weeks including examinations, and 60 weeks of on-the-job training. The programme concludes with a journeyman’s examination.
Industrial Mechanics
The work of industrial mechanics consists primarily in the installation, maintenance, repair and servicing of machinery and technical equipment on ships, in processing plants, industrial machines, factories, power plants and power substations. Industrial mechanics install machinery and technical equipment using drawings and other information from technicians and manufacturers when needed. Industrial mechanics plan preventative maintenance, keep track of the condition of machinery, find malfunctions if relevant and repair those. Authorised to work as industrial mechanics are those who have earned a journeyman’s certificate in industrial mechanics, issued by the Minister of Industry and Trade.
Framework and organisation of training
The average duration of the education and training programme is four years, organised as follows: formal education for six school terms, or 108 weeks including examinations, and 60 weeks of on-the-job training. The programme concludes with a journeyman’s examination.
