Electrical and Operations Technician in Power and Heat Production.

After completing the programme, the student should have knowledge of: 1. Specialised knowledge of power and heating plants, their structure, function, efficiency and environmental impact 2. An overview of other energy-producing plants nationally and internationally 3. Environmental laws, ordinances and guidelines that govern the field 4. Reading and interpreting electrical, control and regulation diagrams 5. Mathematical and physical models for calculating flow, velocity and pressure in different media 6. Mathematical calculations in energy and strength of materials 7. The mechanics of basic components such as pumps, valves, heat exchangers, pipes and tanks 8. Measures for common faults and preventive maintenance of pumps, fans and valves 9. Specialised knowledge of how district heating and district cooling systems work with regard to temperature, pressure and flow 10. Fluid mechanics 11. Systems for treating process water and for purifying process wastewater in power and heating plants 12. Components, functions and maintenance of electrical, control and monitoring equipment 13. Systematic work environment management in quality management systems 14. Conditions for a well-functioning workplace physically, mentally and psychosocially After completing the programme, the student should have the skills to: 1. Plan troubleshooting, and analyse and correct common faults and process disturbances. 2. Carry out common operational measures before and after maintenance shutdowns. 3. Calculate power, energy and efficiency for components, parts of a plant and a whole plant. 4. Calculate pressure, flow and velocities in systems for different kinds of fluids 5. The impact of legal requirements on the business and on one's own tasks 6. Strategies and measures to reduce environmental impact 7. Manage risks and incidents in the workplace 8. Interpret established operating cards, drawings and diagrams in the subject 9. Troubleshoot using electrical and control diagrams 10. Communicate commitments and solutions in the field in Swedish and English After completing the programme, the student should have the competence to: 1. Independently handle common theoretical and practical tasks in the various systems required to produce and distribute electricity and heat in the power and heating industry, in a way that leads to further learning and professional development in the professional role. 2. Together with the work team, be responsible for planning, carrying out and following up energy and resource-saving measures. Propose efficiency-raising measures based on environmental, energy, economic and operational reliability aspects linked to Agenda 2030, and complete assigned projects in the professional role.