Maintenance - automation, level 1
Open for late applications until 19 June 2025 at the latest
The course is conducted in English. Tutoring is available in English and in Swedish. Use the Swedish flag symbol in the top right corner of your browser to get the Swedish version of the text.
In Maintenance – Automation, you will learn how to maintain automated equipment. You will gain knowledge about how the equipment works and how to create a safe working environment. The focus is on planning, executing, and documenting maintenance work according to current requirements, as well as using tools, instruments, and materials correctly.
At level 1, key aspects of automated systems and equipment are covered, including risk management, maintenance planning, troubleshooting, and safety regulations. The course includes both theoretical and practical elements to provide a fundamental understanding and skills in the field.
The course will start on the condition that the necessary decisions are made. We reserve the right to update the information continuously.
Combining Part-Time Courses to Achieve Full-Time Studies
By combining multiple part-time courses, you can create a full-time study structure that fits your needs. For the period 2025-08-18 to 2025-10-03, it is possible to combine your studies with:
PLC 1 – Distributed control systems, level 1
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Upcoming courses
We also plan to offer more shorter courses conducted in English regarding industry and automation. Next batch of courses is planned to start 2025-10-06. A preliminary course offering for the next period can be found via the button below.
Check skelleftea.se/yrkesutbildning
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Eligibility
- You are eligible for adult education from July 1 of the year you turn 20. If you have a final certificate, an upper secondary school diploma or a study certificate from upper secondary school from the Swedish school system, you are eligible even if you are younger than 20.
- Prerequisites to benefit from studies at upper secondary level. For this, you need to have English language skills equivalent to English 5.
- If you do not have grades at the corresponding level specified in the eligibility criteria, it is possible to prove your knowledge through a level test, read more at Level assessment and follow the instructions
Structure of the course
The course is conducted in English and the theoretical material is in English. Tutoring is available in English and in Swedish. Besides on-site lessons and labs at VUX, Campus Skellefteå, the course also includes self-studies.
Duration of studies
- The course is part time and consists of 100 credits at upper secondary level.
- The course starts 2025-08-18 and ends 2025-10-03.
- Please observe! The course can be financed with study grants and loans from CSN, part time level 50 percent, if you meet the other conditions for student grants and loans from CSN.
Own costs in the training
You will need access to your own computer for self-studies.
Course
| Course | Course code | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Underhåll – automation, nivå 1 | UNDR1000X | 100 p |
To include in your application
- Your grades/certificates
Admission process
The admission process starts when the application period is closed. An admission process is estimated to take up to three weeks. Admission notices are sent by e-mail. It is important that you provide the correct e-mail address and telephone number in your application.
Selection of the applicants will be based on:
- Specified eligibility requirements
- Applicable legislation
Read more here about how admission and selection works, click on the box Admission rules.
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Do you have any questions?
About courses and the structure of the program, contact:
kundtjanst@skelleftea.se
If you have questions about admission, contact:
Email cv@skelleftea.se or call 0910-73 50 00 and create a case and we will respond as soon as possible.
About your opportunities for study aid, contact:
CSN on telephone number 0771-27 60 00 or via the form Ask - CSN External link..
If you want guidance or support in applying for student finance, contact:
Centrum för studievägledning, CV, at www.skelleftea.se/cv External link..
There you can book an appointment for personal guidance, find opening hours and contact details.