Otto Krause Technical School facts for kids
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National Industrial School |
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| Type | Technical School |
| Established | March 17, 1899 |
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| Colors | Red, White |
The Escuela Técnica Otto Krause is a special school in Buenos Aires, Argentina. It's located in the San Telmo area, at the corner of Paseo Colón Avenue and Chile Street. This school is named after its founder, engineer Otto Krause, whose parents came from Germany. It was started in 1897, making it the oldest technical school in Argentina!
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About Otto Krause Technical School
The Otto Krause Technical School is a place where students can earn a diploma. It helps young people learn important skills for jobs in technology and engineering. The school has been teaching students for over 125 years.
What You Learn There
Today, about 2,000 students attend the school. They follow a six-year program.
- The first three years are called the ciclo básico. This is like a technical high school program. Students join after finishing elementary school.
- The next three years are called the ciclo superior. This part is like a technical college. Students learn about different areas of engineering technology. This means they learn skills for building and designing things.
After finishing their studies at Otto Krause, students can go on to a university. There, they can study for a degree in engineering.
A Historic Building
The school's current building is very old and special. It was first opened on May 24, 1909. In 1995, this building was officially named a National Monument. This means it's an important historical place in Argentina.
Famous People Who Studied Here
Many talented people have studied at the Otto Krause Technical School. Here are a few of them:
- Gregorio Baro: A well-known scientist.
- Alejandro Bustillo: A famous architect who designed many buildings.
- Francisco Salamone: Another important architect.
- Oscar Panno: A master chess player.
- Ladislao Pazmany: An aviation designer who created airplanes.
More Information
- Catalogue of Monuments
- Otto Krause School
- Otto Krause
See also
In Spanish: Escuela Técnica Otto Krause para niños
