Ausbildung zum Gravurtechniker

The vocational training to become a Gravurtechniker spans a period of three years, culminating in a final examination that certifies the individual as a qualified Steel Engraver. This certification is recognized as equivalent to a Craftsman's certificate.

• Essential skills for this profession include artistic talent, drawing proficiency, a keen sense of form, and spatial awareness.
• A solid technical foundation is also vital, as proficiency in operating machinery and utilizing computer technology is increasingly important in the engraving industry.

Flat engravings, which can be crafted manually with a burin or through the use of engraving machinery, serve to enhance various items such as jewelry, watches, boxes, and bowls. Typical responsibilities of flat engravers involve designing templates for banknotes and securities, as well as producing copper and steel engravings based on artistic concepts.

In the field of relief engraving, the creation of three-dimensional stamps and embossing tools, along with casting models, is undertaken. The engraver also functions as a model and mold creator in this specialty. The range of products includes jewelry, coins, figures, and more. Each project is subject to a thorough design process, guided from inception by instructors specializing in design and practical training.

To qualify for the entrance examination, applicants must submit the following documents: a cover letter, a handwritten tabular resume, three passport-sized photographs, a copy of the most recent school or graduation certificate, and a portfolio not exceeding DIN A3 size (approximately 10-12 original drawings, watercolors, etc., accompanied by a list and description of the works). Photos of handmade items may also be included.

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