European Qualifications Framework (EQF) has 8 levels (1 – the lowest, 8 – the highest).
Levels reflect the complexity level of acquired knowledge, skills and competences (learning outcomes).
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Information about the Latvian qualifications referenced to Latvian qualifications framework (LQF)
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1. The knowledge necessary for performance of the basic tasks of the professional activity at the level of notion:
1.1. descriptive geometry;
1.2. construction history;
1.3. spatial planning;
1.4. hydraulics;
1.5. basic principles of design, color science and style;
1.6. metrology, standardization;
1.7. real estate laws and regulations.
2. The knowledge necessary for performance of the basic tasks of the professional activity at the level of understanding:
2.1. higher mathematics;
2.2. building engineering physics;
2.3. construction chemistry;
2.4. geotechnics;
2.5. laboratory testing of construction materials;
2.6. structural strength and stability;
2.7. civil engineering constructions;
2.8. construction machinery, technological equipment and tools;
2.9. structural analysis;
2.10. civil protection;
2.11. soils mechanics, bases, foundations;
2.12. thermal engineering;
2.13. energy efficiency of buildings;
2.14. construction design (architectural design; reinforced concrete, stone, metal, wooden, synthetic constructions; road and bridge construction, utilities);
2.15. quality systems at the construction sites;
2.16. general electrical engineering;
2.17. environmental culture;
2.18. use of natural resources;
2.19. Civil Law, Commercial Law, Public Procurement Law, Administrative Procedure Law;
2.20. record-keeping;
2.21. professional terms in the national language and at least two foreign languages.
3. The knowledge necessary for performance of the basic tasks of the professional activity at the level of use:
3.1. graphical engineering;
3.2. computing;
3.3. information technologies;
3.4. communication, engineering psychology;
3.5. management of human resources;
3.6. construction laws and regulations;
3.7. constructions of buildings, structures and their assemblies;
3.8. strength of materials;
3.9. geodesy, engineering geodesy;
3.10. economy, drawing up and analysis of estimates;
3.11. conformity assessment of building materials and construction products;
3.12. construction technology;
3.13. construction organization;
3.14. job rationing;
3.15. pay systems;
3.16. occupational health and safety;
3.17. electrical and fire safety;
3.18 environmental protection;
3.19 employment relationship;
3.20 national language;
3.21 ability to communicate in at least two foreign languages.
1. Plan, organize and manage construction works.
2. Possess thorough knowledge and be able to apply construction standards.
3. Read and understand project documentation.
4. Possess thorough knowledge of technological processes in construction.
5. Possess thorough knowledge of the characteristics of building materials, the range of available construction materials and systems.
6. Understand constructive solutions of buildings.
7. Understand construction principles and solutions applied in construction of utilities and special purpose buildings.
8. Understand the principles of geodesic and metrological works.
9. Be able to choose construction machines, machinery, tools and technological equipment systems for each particular job.
10. Understand wage systems, job rationing principles and apply this knowledge in practice.
11. Be able to calculate the cost of works, assess economic factors and choose the most advantageous option.
12. Be able to deal with problem situations.
13. Apply basic principles of construction quality control systems and standardization.
14. Be able to choose construction professionals, taking into account the specifics of the particular assignment, establish working relationships in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
15. Be able to create optimal infrastructure at the construction site in accordance with occupational health and safety, occupational hygiene, fire safety and environmental laws and regulations applicable in the construction sector.
16. Be able to work with the special construction work organization software.
17. Prepare and implement projects.
18. Be able to use information technologies.
19. Be able to analyze the received information.
20. Be able to analyze performance results.
21. Communicate fluently in the national language.
22. Communicate in at least two foreign languages.
23. Use professional terminology in the national language and two foreign languages.
24. Improve knowledge and skills through self-education.
1. Ability to responsibly and independently carry out professional duties in accordance with the relevant Republic of Latvia and European Union laws and regulations.
2. Ability to carry out on-site management of construction works.
3. Ability to coordinate the work of parties involved in the construction process.
4. Ability to plan the implementation of the construction project in accordance with the construction design documents.
5. Ability to assess and analyze economic factors related to the project under construction.
6. Ability to evaluate construction design documents.
7. Ability to organize, plan and manage construction works.
8. Ability to organize permanent supply of the construction site.
9. Ability to cooperate with partners in the realization process of the construction project.
10. Ability to control the receipt of payments for the completed construction works.
11. Ability to ensure and monitor compliance with environmental protection, fire safety and occupational health and safety regulations.
12. Ability to train employees.
13. Ability to organize training.
14. Ability to use calculation methods and special software.
15. Ability to communicate in the national language and at least two foreign languages.
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Architecture and construction (073)
Detailed field: (ISCED 2013)Building and civil engineering (0732)
EducationHigher education
Qualification typeVocational
Full or partialFull qualification
Other information
Historical qualification
Period for issuing qualification: 2013-2023
Last changes: 30.10.2024
Posted: 07.05.2016