Passenger car mechanic
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As a passenger car mechanic, you work with both mechanics and modern technology. You learn to troubleshoot, repair and adjust engines, brakes, steering and electrical systems in passenger cars. The work combines practical tasks in the workshop with computer troubleshooting, because today's cars contain advanced systems, sensors and control technology.
The profession requires overview, precision and the desire to work with both technology and people.
As a passenger car mechanic, you work with both mechanics and modern technology. You learn to troubleshoot, repair and adjust engines, brakes, steering and electrical systems in passenger cars. The work combines practical tasks in the workshop with computer troubleshooting, because today's cars contain advanced systems, sensors and control technology.
The profession requires overview, precision and the desire to work with both technology and people.
How the training takes place
The training starts at Techcollege, where you are introduced to engines, safety, electronics, repair techniques, customer service and the tools and systems that belong in a modern workshop. You learn to use test equipment, computer programs and measuring tools to find faults and plan repairs.
You will then be trained at a workshop. Here you will be part of the daily tasks and given responsibility as you become ready. You will work with service, repairs, electronics, air conditioning, electrical and hybrid technology and contact with customers.
Everyday life in learning
In the apprenticeship, you will have a daily routine where you alternate between mechanical tasks and electronic troubleshooting. You will learn to understand how the car's systems are interconnected, how to systematically examine the car, and how to carry out repairs that make the car safe and operational.
You also learn to communicate with customers, explain solutions and ensure that tasks are carried out professionally.
In the apprenticeship, you will have a daily routine where you alternate between mechanical tasks and electronic troubleshooting. You will learn to understand how the car's systems are interconnected, how to systematically examine the car, and how to carry out repairs that make the car safe and operational.
You also learn to communicate with customers, explain solutions and ensure that tasks are carried out professionally.
Start your education
Ready to get started? Here you will find the upcoming start dates for the program.
We look forward to welcoming you.
Application deadline & start date - 10.08.2026
Application deadline & start date - 18.01.2027
Take an EUX
EUX stands for vocational high school diploma. It is a program where you combine a vocational education with subjects at upper secondary school level. You learn your subject in the same way as everyone else on the program, but at the same time have upper secondary school subjects in the schedule.
With an EUX, you graduate with both a journeyman's certificate and a high school diploma, and that combination gives you a solid starting point, regardless of whether you dream of work, specialization or new educational paths.
Read about EUX
EUX stands for vocational high school diploma. It is a program where you combine a vocational education with subjects at upper secondary school level. You learn your subject in the same way as everyone else on the program, but at the same time have upper secondary school subjects in the schedule.
With an EUX, you graduate with both a journeyman's certificate and a high school diploma, and that combination gives you a solid starting point, regardless of whether you dream of work, specialization or new educational paths.
Read about EUXFrequently Asked Questions
The education lasts up to 4.5 years and alternates between school and apprenticeship.
If you choose EUX , the education lasts up to 5 years.
As a passenger car mechanic, you work with both mechanical craftsmanship and modern technology.
You will learn, among other things, how to:
Troubleshoot and repair engines
Working with brakes, clutches, steering and chassis
Working with gasoline and diesel engines
Working with electrical systems
Working with electric and hybrid car technology
Repair and maintain air conditioning systems
Using computer-based troubleshooting
You will receive training in, among other things:
Mathematics and physics
Transmission
Comfort and safety systems
Quality and service in workshops
Occupational health and safety
Traffic laws
The training combines practical work in a workshop with theoretical teaching.
Once you have completed the training, you can work as a passenger car mechanic .
You can work in workshops that service and repair passenger cars.
You can also further your education, for example in:
Automotive technician
Automation Technologist
Operations Technologist – Offshore
Production Technologist
To start the main course, you must have an apprenticeship - also called a training agreement.
An apprenticeship means that you are employed as a student in a company and enter into an agreement about your education. This is where you learn the subject in practice and become part of a workplace.
You can apply for an apprenticeship with companies yourself, and the school will guide and support you in the process of applying and contacting companies.
If you do not find an apprenticeship immediately, you have the opportunity to receive school training if the education is offered with school training.
School-based training means that you complete the practical part of the education at school instead of in a company. Here you work with the same professional goals and competencies that you would otherwise learn in an apprenticeship.
This means that you can continue your education even if you do not have an apprenticeship from the start.
A vocational education is divided into two parts: basic course and main course .
The basic course
The basic course is the first part of the education and takes place at school.
If you come directly from 9th or 10th grade, you start with Basic Course 1. Here you spend the first half of the year being introduced to the educational field and learning the basic subjects and working methods.
If you do not come directly from primary school – or if you already have an apprenticeship – you start with Basic Course 2. Here you work purposefully with the education you have chosen and get ready for the internship and main course.
The main course
The main course is the part of the education where you alternate between school and internship in a company.
This means that you both receive instruction at school and learn the subject in practice at a workplace.
To start the main course, you must have an apprenticeship (a training agreement) with a company.
Yes, you can.
The education can be taken as EUX , where you combine vocational education with upper secondary school subjects.
EUX lasts 5 years and gives you both a journeyman's certificate and a high school diploma.
There are three ways to meet the entry requirements:
1) You have an apprenticeship
If you have a training agreement with a company, you automatically meet the admission requirements.
2) You meet the grade requirements
You must have:
Passed 9th or 10th grade
At least 02 on average in both Danish and mathematics
Passed the primary school leaving exam
If it has been less than a year since you finished primary school, you must be assessed as ready for education and submit your study choice portfolio.
You must send your diploma with your application.
3) Entrance exam
If you do not meet the requirements, you can take an entrance exam.
If you apply for Basic Course 2, you will need to attend an interview before you can be admitted.
Techcollege has entered into a collaboration with Ford in Denmark on a special course for apprentices at Ford's authorized workshops.
As a Ford apprentice, during your school stays you will:
Work exclusively with Ford cars
Using Ford's own testers and systems
Join a team with other Ford apprentices
The collaboration ensures access to the latest knowledge about Ford's cars, testers and software.
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