Tækniskólinn ( Technical College) is an

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, providing both

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and specialized programmes. It was formed in 2008 through the merger of its two predecessors: ''Iðnskólinn í Reykjavík'' and ''Fjöltækniskólinn''. It is subdivided into 13 trade-specific schools, which collectively make up one of the largest schools in the country. These schools are located at Skólavörðuholt, 101 Reykjavík:
School of Building and Construction Trades
School of Design and Handicraft
School of Electrical Technology
School of General Academic Studies and Design
School of Handicraft - Hair, Gold and Clothes
School of Continuing Education Located at Háteigsvegur, 105 Reykjavík:
School of Information Technology
School of Engine Technology
School of Navigation
Reykjavik Academy of Technology The school is owned by the following Icelandic business organizations:
The Federation of Icelandic Fishing Vessel Owners
The Federation of Icelandic Industries
Samorka – Icelandic Energy & Utilities
The Icelandic Shipowners' Association

External links

Official website
{{Authority control Educational institutions established in 2008 Secondary schools in Iceland 2008 establishments in Iceland