mecànics
Mecànics is the Catalan term for those who diagnose, repair, and maintain machines and mechanical systems. The scope covers motor vehicles, motorcycles, industrial machinery, heating and ventilation equipment, and various consumer devices. They may specialise in automotive repair, industrial maintenance, or other sectors, and work in car workshops, dealerships, factories, and field service.
Training and qualifications typically come through vocational or technical education, apprenticeships, or on-the-job training. Depending on
Core tasks and skills include inspecting components, diagnosing faults using manuals, diagrams and diagnostic tools, disassembling
Work contexts vary from automotive garages and dealerships to industrial plants and service on-site. Safety and
Trends shaping the field include electrification and hybrid powertrains, automation in manufacturing, predictive maintenance from sensors
Etymology and scope: in Catalan, mecànics denotes both the trade of repair professionals and, in a broader