Qualifications Framework level

EQF level

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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LQF level

Latvian Qualifications Framework (LQF) has 8 levels (1 – the lowest, 8 – the highest).

Levels reflect the complexity level of acquired knowledge, skills and competences (learning outcomes).

LQF covers stages of education starting from the basic education (level 1 – special basic education) to the highest education (level 8 – doctoral studies).


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Level of professional qualification
Till 1 august 2022 in Latvia had a system of five professional qualifications levels (PQL, 1 – the lowest, 5 – the highest).

PQL system covers only professional qualifications (basic education, secondary and higher education stages).

PQL reflects readiness of a person to perform work of certain stage of complexity and responsibility.
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Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes are knowledge, skills and competences acquired during a certain period of learning.

In Latvia, learning outcomes are stipulated by state education standards and occupational standards (for the professional qualifications).

Learning outcomes of higher education are defined by higher education institutions.


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Mechanical engineering specialist

  • Knowledge

    1. The knowledge necessary for performance of the basic tasks of the professional activity at the level of notion:
    1.1. statistics (probability theory, mathematical statistics, economic statistics);
    1.2. computing (Windows Office, computer graphics, Internet, software applications).
    2. The knowledge necessary for performance of the basic tasks of the professional activity at the level of understanding:
    2.1. applied mathematics (analytic geometry, linear algebra);
    2.2. physics;
    2.3. basics of thermodynamics;
    2.4. basics of electrical engineering;
    2.5. pneumatics;
    2.6. hydraulics;
    2.7. basics of quality management;
    2.8. basics of business  (business management, social psychology and human resource management, marketing);
    2.9. professional terms in the national language and two foreign languages.
    3. The knowledge necessary for performance of the basic tasks of the professional activity at the level of use:
    3.1. development of the technological process in mechanical engineering;
    3.2. technological process execution control;
    3.3. materials science;
    3.4. engineering graphics;
    3.5. theoretical mechanics;
    3.6. strength of materials;
    3.7. labour protection;
    3.8. environmental protection;
    3.9. legal employment relationship;
    3.10. basics of design  (composition of machines and mechanisms, project development methodology, CAD / CAM / CAE technologies);
    3.12. official language;
    3.13. two foreign languages at the level of communication;
    3.14. intellectual property rights and patents.

  • Skills

    1. To analyse design data by building simple algorithms.
    2. To construct and describe mechanisms and parts for simple machines, using computer-aided design, manufacturing, and engineering calculation (CAD / CAM / CAE) technologies.
    3. To synchronize design and processing programs.
    4. To use the  technical and regulatory documentation necessary for performance of the work.
    5. To analyse technological aspects of products and production process and provide advice.
    6. To adjust and agree upon the design terms of reference.
    7. To prepare technical documentation for parts and assemblies.
    8. To prepare NC machine tool management program.
    9. To create cutting-tool toolpaths.
    10. To use and extend the cutting tool libraries.
    11. To use measuring instruments and equipment to ensure product quality.
    12. To improve product design and manufacturing technology.
    13. To set software on NC machine tools.
    14. To amend technological documentation in accordance with the changes in the production process.
    15. To transfer data from the management program to an external location.
    16. To adjust NC machine tool management program after the trial component has been manufactured.
    17. To assess conformity of the equipment with the technical safety regulations.
    18. To maintain his/her professional competence.
    19. To take responsibility for his/her professional performance.
    20. To think critically and be able to resolve problem situations.
    21. To perform administrative tasks in a mechanical engineering company or its department.
    22. To prioritize production tasks.
    23. To plan and organize work.
    24. To be able to work in a team.
    25. To understand and apply scientific industry achievements and research results in production.
    26. To have a good command of the official language.
    27. To have a good command of two foreign languages.
    28. To useprofessional terminology in the national language and at least two foreign languages.
    29. To observe the legalemployment, labour protection and environmental protection requirements.

  • Competences/ autonomy

    1. Ability to plan and organize the work of a mechanical engineering company or its departments.
    2. Ability to work with technical documentation used in mechanical engineering and metalworking industries.
    3. Ability to read drawings, technological diagrams and NC machine tool control programs.
    4. Ability to develop working drawings and review their compliance with the preliminary drawings and technical requirements issued by engineers, designers or clients.
    5. Ability to use automated design systems.
    6. Ability to carry out machining and technological process analysis.
    7. Ability to develop a machining process operation route and define the period of time required to complete the operations.
    8. Ability to carry out the analysis of metrological supplies for machining and assembly.
    9. Ability to provide timely planning, prioritizing and organization of the manufacturing process.
    10. Ability to timely and efficiently adjust production processes and make adjustments to the technological and design documentation.
    11. Ability to monitor conformity of the technological process.
    12. Ability to assess order specific amount of material and labor consumption.
    13. Ability to carry out work independently and take responsibility for the results of individual performance.
    14. Ability to work in a team (group) and act as a leader.
    15. Possess persuasion and argument skills.
    16. Ability to interact with other professionals.
    17. Ability to agree technical documentation with the involved parties.
    18. Ability to obtain and analyze information about the latest technologies and propose their incorporation into procedures.
    19. Ability to present performance data on a timely basis.
    20. Ability to apply ISO standards, the European Union standards and mechanical engineering and metalworking industry standards applied in other countries.
    21. Ability to independently obtain the latest information technology skills.
    22. Ability to communicate in the official language and at least two foreign languages.

Qualification acquisition requirements

Previous education
Certificate of general secondary education or Diploma of vocational secondary education
Ways to acquire 
Qualifications can be acquired in the framework of education programs or in the evaluation and recognition of non-formal knowledge, skills and competences acquired (in vocational education LKI Levels 2-4).
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Formal (through education programmes)
ECTS credit points 
Snice 11.10.2022 60 credit points correspond to the study results acquired in full-time studies in one academic year in accordance with the European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS).Since 11.10.2022

Till 11.10.2022 1 Latvian credit point corresponds to 1,5 ECTS credit point.
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120
Duration of study 
Duration of qualification in full-time studies
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2-3 years

Qualification document

Qualifications Framework level

EQF level

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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LQF level

Latvian Qualifications Framework (LQF) has 8 levels (1 – the lowest, 8 – the highest).

Levels reflect the complexity level of acquired knowledge, skills and competences (learning outcomes).

LQF covers stages of education starting from the basic education (level 1 – special basic education) to the highest education (level 8 – doctoral studies).


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Level of professional qualification

Till 1 august 2022 in Latvia had a system of five professional qualifications levels (PQL, 1 – the lowest, 5 – the highest).

PQL system covers only professional qualifications (basic education, secondary and higher education stages).

PQL reflects readiness of a person to perform work of certain stage of complexity and responsibility.


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LQF PQ level:

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Theoretical and practical training corresponding to the LQF levels, characterized by the learning outcomes that can be achieved at the relevant level, which gives the opportunity to perform work corresponding to a certain level of complexity and responsibility.
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Qualification field, stage and type

Thematic field (ISCED 2013)
International Standard Classification of Education (ISCED) developed by UNESCO.
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Engineering and engineering trades (071)

Detailed field: (ISCED 2013)

Mechanics and metal trades (0715)

Education
Stages of Latvian education system included in the LQF:
- basic education
- secondary education
- higher education
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Higher education

Qualification type
ITypes of Latvian education:
-General education
-Professional education
-Academic education
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Vocational

Full or partial

Full qualification

Other information

National Education Information System

National Database of Education Opportunities

Historical qualification

Period for issuing qualification: 2013-2022

Last changes: 30.10.2024

Posted: 16.03.2023