PROFESSIONAL knowledge
At the concept level:
1. Basics of multimedia design.
2. Basic operating principles of multimedia.
3. Basic principles of the creation of a scenario of events.
4. Music styles.
5. Music terms.
At the comprehension level:
1. Basic principles of the analysis of information.
2. Sectoral technology development trends and their use.
3. Types of music genres.
4. Development of the specification for the compatibility of audio system components.
5. Application of the principles of mechanics when working with sound equipment.
6. Methods for repairing defects of sound equipment.
7. Basic operating principles of sound devices.
8. Statics.
9. Dynamics.
10. Kinematics.
11. Basic principles of logistics.
12. Basic principles of the programming of sound controllers.
13. Sound production.
14. Operating principles of sound devices.
15. Principles for the creation of the sound score.
At the application level:
1. Calculation of the area of a room.
2. Methods for measuring of room acoustics.
3. Types and application of sound equipment.
4. Planning of sound equipment, their units, and other technical resources, and the calculation of their amount.
5. Types of risks and principles of risk assessment.
6. Methods for remedy of potential risks.
7. Electrical data and their units of measurement.
8. Types of electricity connections.
9. Technical designations related to electricity.
10. Voltage measuring devices.
11. Types and operating principles of electrical measuring devices.
12. Kinetics.
13. Types and application of the auxiliary devices of the sound equipment.
14. Techniques for the evaluation of the technical condition of sound equipment.
15. Methods for checking the expiration of batteries/ accumulators.
16. Principles of cargo securing.
17. Methods for checking the technical condition of the sound equipment.
18. Principles of the calculation of electrical power.
19. Types of electrical interconnections.
20. Basic principles of sound controller interconnection.
21. Sound sources and their types.
22. Types and use of microphones.
23. Principles of the distribution of microphones.
24. Physical properties of sounds.
25. Basics of scenography.
26. Types and operating principles of speakers.
27. Measuring of indoor and outdoor acoustic parameters.
28. Indoor and outdoor acoustics and acoustic systems.
29. Specific features of human hearing.
30. Oscillation frequency (Hz – hertz).
31. Sound controllers, their types and use.
32. Frequently used types of wire interconnections.
33. Technical capacity of sound equipment.
34. Types and operating principles of sound recording equipment.
35. Auxiliary sound recording equipment.
36. Basic principles of sound recording.
37. Types and application of data carriers.
38. Types of sound reproduction devices.
39. Speakers, their types, and application.
40. Basic principles of the provision of sound services.
41. Artistic means of expression.
42. Types and application of sound recording control devices.
43. Units of measuring sound.
44. Types of devices for the reduction of sound noise.
45. Basic principles of frequency alignment.
46. Specificity of sound recording equipment.
47. Operating principles of wireless microphones.
48. Principles of the selection of sound recording material.
49. Types of external data carriers.
50. Fundamental laws of sound processing.
51. Computer programmes for sound processing.
52. Basic principles of sound production.
53. Digital processing technologies.
54. Sound record, montage, and saving formats.
55. Types of sound adjustment.
56. Computer programmes the edition, mixing and mastering of sound signals.
57. Completion of sound records.
58. Types of sound adjustment.
59. Audio file formats and their standards.
60. Standards for saving of audio files.
GENERAL knowledge
At the concept level:
1. Concept of sustainable development.
2. Laws and regulations regarding information technologies.
3. Legal provisions of labour law.
At the comprehension level:
1. Emergency and pre-emergency situations.
2. Burns, burn types, and degrees.
3. Effects of electricity on human body.
4. Factors determining the effects of electrical current.
5. Regulations regarding environmental protection.
6. Environmental pollution.
7. Waste and its utilisation.
8. Diversity of language and communication in different contexts.
9. Language styles and characteristics of intonation.
10. Operating principles of computer and office equipment.
11. Information systems security.
12. Basics of journalism.
13. Rights, obligations, and liability of an individual.
14. Copyright law.
15. Basic legal skills.
16. Basics of entrepreneurship.
17. Types of financial calculations.
18. Financial legislation.
19. Importance of dissuasive measures.
20. Basics of personnel management.
21. Learning strategies.
22. Professional career development and its importance.
23. Copyright law.
24. Basic legal skills.
25. Time planning principles.
26. Specific regulations on the operation of sound equipment.
27. Conditions of use and storage of sound equipment in different weather conditions.
28. Planning of work.
29. Principles of work organisation.
30. Human resource management.
31. Sources of sectoral information.
32. Analysis of the information regarding the specific area and identification of knowledge and skills which are required or need to be updated.
33. Teaching/learning and career planning.
At the application level:
1. Types of sound insulation.
2. Labour protection regulations.
3. Site evacuation plan.
4. Occupational safety regulations.
5. Personal and collective protective work equipment.
6. Safety signs and signals.
7. The ABC of first aid.
8. The fundamental laws of physics in the operation of sound equipment.
9. Fire safety regulations.
10. Action in emergency situations.
11. Fire safety risks.
12. Firefighting equipment.
13. Electrical safety regulations.
14. Warning signs.
15. Electrical injuries and reaction in the event of an electrical injury.
16. Work practices safe for health and environment.
17. Functions of the official language.
18. Vocabulary in the official language and one foreign language.
19. Professional terminology in the official language and one foreign language.
20. Usage of foreign language.
21. Intercultural interaction.
22. Computer programmes for drawing up documents.
23. Computer security software.
24. Work with office equipment.
25. Basic principles of professional and general ethics.
26. Communication psychology.
27. Principles of professional interaction.
28. Basic principles of drawing up legal documents.
29. Conflicts and their resolution.
30. Basics of psychology.
31. Internal work procedure regulations.

PROFESSIONAL skills
1. To analyse the received task to perform the work process;
2. To clarify the details for the distribution of the sound equipment in the room according to the scenario and procedure of the event;
3. To offer technical solutions according to the intent of the customer;
4. To identify the target audience of the event;
5. To evaluate the specificity of the environment for successful performance of the work task;
6. To clarify the layout and parameters of the venue;
7. To determine the acoustics of the venue;
8. To identify the specific features of the genre of the composition according to the work task;
9. To identify the necessary sound equipment resources according to the work task;
10. To calculate the amount of the necessary sound equipment units;
11. To assess the potential technological, environmental, social, and legal risks related to the performance of the work task;
12. To remedy the occurred risks;
13. To communicate with the responsible person at the site regarding power of the electrical network available at the venue;
14. To use measuring devices to determine voltage;
15. To use the most appropriate sound equipment according to the work task;
16. To identify the necessary auxiliary devices and equipment;
17. To prepare the auxiliary sound devices and equipment;
18. To evaluate the technical condition of the sound equipment;
19. To repair the defects of the sound equipment, if possible;
20. To verify the operational readiness of batteries/accumulators;
21. To assemble the sound equipment for transportation;
22. To select the most appropriate type of transportation;
23. To secure the sound equipment for safe transportation;
24. To assemble/disassemble the sound equipment for transportation;
25. To ensure safe transportation of the sound equipment;
26. To verify the technical condition of the sound equipment after the transportation;
27. Within the scope of their competence, to repair the potential technical defects after the transportation;
28. To select electrical connection appropriate to the sound equipment;
29. To calculate power for safe electrical interconnection;
30. To connect the electric cables of appropriate power to the electrical network;
31. To connect the sound controller to the sound amplification equipment;
32. To connect the sound controller to microphones, instruments, etc.;
33. To select the types of microphones according to the scenario and procedure of the event;
34. To distribute the selected microphones at the venue;
35. To install and verify the frequencies of radio microphone systems (for the transmitter and receiver);
36. To verify the operational readiness of microphones;
37. To select the place for the distribution of speakers at the venue according to the work task;
38. To select the place for the distribution of sound monitors according to the scenography;
39. To verify the overall performance of the speakers, and the indoor and outdoor acoustics;
40. To use sound splitter, where needed;
41. To use recording equipment;
42. To use a frequency band regulator;
43. To verify the operational readiness of recording equipment;
44. To select the sound controller according to the work task;
45. To prepare the sound controller and its settings according to the work task;
46. To programme the sound controller, where needed;
47. To verify the operational readiness of the sound control;
48. To check the sound level and quality;
49. To use the sound controller options rationally;
50. To select sound recording equipment according to the work task;
51. To evaluate the physical characteristics of the sound recording;
52. To evaluate the technical options of the sound equipment;
53. To use the most appropriate microphone according to the work task;
54. To verify the compliance of information media and accumulators with the work task;
55. To verify the readiness of a sound recording and its compliance with the specified task;
56. To select the most appropriate sound reproduction device and type for the specified task;
57. To use external data carriers;
58. To select the most appropriate sound provision devices for the specified task;
59. To distribute the sound provision devices according to the acoustic characteristics of the environment;
60. To use the sound controller options rationally;
61. To balance the acoustic performance by means of electronic equipment thus preserving the artistic intention;
62. To go into detail on the topic of the composition both emotionally and intellectually;
63. To use the artistic means of expression in a creative manner;
64. To use a sound score;
65. To create a high-quality sound score according to the work task, when needed;
66. To use devices intended for the control of sound recording;
67. To control the purity of sound;
68. To align the frequencies between the transmitter and receiver;
69. To control radio frequencies;
70. To use devices for the reduction of sound noise;
71. To assess the specificity of the sound recording equipment;
72. To check the settings of the transmitter and receiver of a wireless microphone;
73. To analyse the sound recording material according to the specified work task;
74. To select the sound recording materials according to the specified work task;
75. To assess the aesthetic and artistic quality of the sound recording;
76. To use data carriers;
77. To transfer data from different data carriers to the assembly equipment;
78. To analyse the quality of sound by means of the necessary computer programmes for sound processing;
79. To use the necessary types of sound adjustment according to the work task;
80. To balance sound levels between different sources of sound;
81. To comply with the standards for saving audio files according to the work task;
82. To save an audio file to commence the work and for further use.
GENERAL skills
1. To arrange the venue in compliance with occupational safety requirements;
2. To secure electric wires thus ensuring safe work environment;
3. To undertake dissuasive measures to prevent noises;
4. To follow safety signs and signals;
5. To use appropriate personal and collective protective equipment;
6. To provide first aid;
7. To assess fire safety risks;
8. To act in the event of fire according to the instructions and the evacuation plan;
9. To use firefighting equipment;
10. To follow warning signs;
11. To handle electrical equipment and devices in a responsible manner, in compliance with electrical safety requirements;
12. To evaluate an electric device and detect its damages;
13. To undertake measures for the prevention of electrical injuries;
14. To use work practices that are safe for health and environment;
15. To be environmentally considerate;
16. To assess the environmental pollution risk;
17. To undertake the necessary measures to reduce environmental pollution;
18. To ensure the utilisation of waste generated during the work process;
19. To communicate in Latvian in a clear and understandable manner;
20. To use the principles of business communication in Latvian both orally and in writing;
21. To use the professional terminology;
22. To communicate in one foreign language both orally and in writing;
23. To use the professional terminology in one foreign language;
24. To use computer and office equipment;
25. To prepare documents according to the sample, by using office computer programmes;
26. To communicate by means of information technologies;
27. To use computer security software;
28. To use data carriers;
29. To identify the wishes and interests of the customer;
30. To express opinion clearly and unequivocally;
31. To follow the principles of professional ethics;
32. To act politely;
33. To collaborate with the work team, and other services and authorities;
34. To prepare a service agreement;
35. To follow the principles of professional interaction;
36. To identify the nature of the conflict;
37. To find an appropriate solution;
38. To resolve the occurred conflict situation;
39. To keep composure during a conflict situation;
40. To comply with Labour Law and other laws and regulations regarding employment relationship;
41. To comply with the rights and obligations of the employer and employee;
42. To comply with internal working procedure regulations;
43. To coordinate the rights to perform sound recording;
44. To coordinate the use of an audio file with the author or their representatives;
45. To make financial calculations necessary to carry out the work;
46. To draw up a cost estimate;
47. To review the drawn up cost estimate;
48. To make corrections in the plan of financial resources;
49. To set a work schedule by anticipating the performance of the work task with a time reserve;
50. To comply with the specified deadlines;
51. To anticipate the time-intensity of certain works;
52. To prepare a separate sound equipment backup set;
53. To use backup sets;
54. To anticipate the effects of weather conditions on the sound equipment;
55. To comply with the specific conditions for the operation of sound equipment in different situations;
56. To establish a team to carry out the sound-related work;
57. To follow the performance of a task;
58. To assume responsibility;
59. To evaluate the tasks and accordingly delegate them;
60. To comprehend the role of other employees involved in the work process;
61. To evaluate the contribution of employees;
62. To follow the changes of laws and regulations, and other topicalities in the relevant field;
63. To acquire knowledge and skills required to maintain and improve the qualification.

PROFESSIONAL competences
1. Ability to clarify the specified work task and its specificity;
2. Ability to evaluate the environment and the specific features of the composition by ensuring the performance of the work tasks;
3. Ability to plan the necessary sound equipment resources;
4. Ability to assess the risks related to the work processes and remedy the occurred risks, if possible;
5. Ability to clarify electrical capacity available at the site;
6. Ability to complete the sound equipment according to the work task and verify its operational readiness;
7. Ability to prepare and manage the sound equipment transportation process;
8. Ability to select the most appropriate electrical interconnection for the sound equipment;
9. Ability to create appropriate sound equipment interconnections;
10. Ability to ensure microphones for the performance of the work task by accordingly distributing and installing them according to the scenario;
11. Ability to distribute speakers and sound control monitors according to the work task;
12. Ability to use the necessary auxiliary devices and equipment in the course of the performance of the work task;
13. Ability to use the sound controller options according to the work task;
14. Ability to select and use the necessary sound equipment according to the work task;
15. Ability to adjust the sound to ensure high-quality artistic sound performance;
16. Ability to use the sound score according to the work task;
17. Ability to recognise and repair sound quality defects;
18. Ability to select the sound recording material to be used according to the work task;
19. Ability to process sound recording materials;
20. Ability to process the quality of sound by using computer programmes for sound processing;
21. Ability to prepare the audio file to commence the work in compliance with the standards for saving audio files.
GENERAL competences
1. Ability to comply with the labour protection regulations, use appropriate protective work equipment, and provide first aid, if necessary;
2. Ability to carry out the work duties in compliance with the electrical and fire safety requirements;
3. Ability to carry out the work duties in compliance with the environmental protection requirements;
4. Ability to communicate in the official language both orally and in writing by using the professional terminology;
5. Ability to communicate and use the professional terminology in one foreign language;
6. Ability to use information and communication technologies in a safe manner to carry out the work task;
7. Ability to communicate with the persons involved in the work process in an understandable and tolerant manner by using the professional terminology;
8. Ability to collaborate with the persons involved in the work process;
9. Ability to seek for the most suitable solution in case of conflict situations and resolve the conflict in a responsible manner;
10. Ability to carry out the work tasks in compliance with the rules and regulations regarding the employment relationship;
11. Ability to carry out the work tasks in compliance with the Copyright Law;
12. Ability to plan the necessary financial resources;
13. Ability to independently plan the time necessary to carry out the work task;
14. Ability to undertake the necessary measures to remedy risks;
15. Ability to organise the work process and manage the team work;
16. Ability to identify and assess the knowledge and skills necessary to perform the professional duties and constantly maintain and improve own professional qualification.