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mechanical tools

knowledge

engineering, manufacturing and construction

engineering and engineering trades

mechanics and metal trades

mechanical tools

transversal skills and competences

physical and manual skills and competences

manipulating and controlling objects and equipment

use equipment, tools or technology with precision

mechanical tools

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Description

Various type of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

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functions of types of machines

functions of types of mechanical tools

range of machines

range of mechanical tools

types of machines

types of mechanical tools

typology of machines

typology of mechanical tools

Skill type

knowledge

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cross-sector skills and competences

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DG Employment, Social Affairs and Inclusion of the European Commission developed ESCO in collaboration with stakeholders and with the European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training (Cedefop).

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Current version: ESCO v1.2 (Last update 15/05/2024)