teknikinriktning

Te­knikinriktning is a term used in Swedish upper secondary education to describe a technology-oriented specialization within various programs. It refers to a focus on engineering, technology, and applied sciences, and is intended to prepare students for further studies in engineering or for technical professions. The concept is implemented in different ways across schools, often as part of the Teknikprogrammet (Technology Programme) or as a technology profile within other national programs.

Curricula for teknikinriktning typically include subjects such as mathematics, physics, information technology, technical drawing or CAD, electronics, programming, and mechanics. Practical elements are emphasized through laboratory work, workshops, design projects, and collaboration with industry. The goal is to develop analytic thinking, problem solving, technical literacy, and the ability to work in teams on complex projects.

The intended outcomes of teknikinriktning are to provide a solid foundation for higher education in engineering, technology, and related fields, as well as to qualify for technical vocational training and employment in sectors like construction, manufacturing, ICT, automation, and energy. Graduates may pursue university studies in engineering or applied sciences, or enter technical programs at vocational colleges, depending on local rules and the student’s career goals.

Overall, teknikinriktning reflects a broader Swedish emphasis on combining theory with hands‑on technical skills to meet the needs of a technologically driven economy.