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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Knowledge:   
– ability to demonstrate basic and specialised knowledge characteristic to the field of mechanical engineering and profession of mechatronics engineer, and critical application of this knowledge that is in line with the most advanced achievements of the respective branch of science and profession;
– ability to demonstrate understanding of most crucial concepts and regularities of the science of machines or professional field.       
Skills:  
– ability to apply the mastered theoretical basis and skills of mechatronics engineer;
– to carry out professional, innovation or research activities;
– to define and analytically describe information, problems and solutions in the field of mechanical engineering and profession of mechatronics engineer and to explain and substantiate them to specialists and laymen;
– to structure and accomplish independent studies and professional advancement of oneself and subordinates;
– to demonstrate scientific approach to problem solving;
– to assume responsibility and take initiative when carrying out work individually or in a team;
– to make decisions and find solutions in changing or problematic situations.    
Competencies:  
– ability to independently gather, select and analyse information on mechanical engineering and use it, to make decisions and solve problems in the field of mechanical engineering  and profession of mechatronics engineer;
– to demonstrate understanding of professional ethics, to assess the effect of their professional activity on the environment and society and participate in the development of the respective professional field.   

 

Mechatronics engineer

  • Knowledge

    1. KNOWLEDGE at the level of notion:
    1.1. sociology and political science;
    1.2. basics of communication;
    1.3. principles of ethics.
    2. KNOWLEDGE at the level of understanding:
    2.1. energy economics, business economics;
    2.2. business organization;
    2.3. manufacturing and service organization;
    2.4. market analysis;
    2.5. marketing strategy;
    2.6. programmable logic controllers;
    2.7. adjusting equipment with microprocessor controllers;
    2.8. peripheral equipment of the programmable logic controllers;
    2.9. robot control systems;
    2.10. parts accuracy and standardization;
    2.11. detail orientation and supply facilities;
    2.12. assembly technology and equipment;
    2.13. physical basics of friction processes;
    2.14. ergonomics and design;
    2.15. engineering calculations software (CAE) in mechanical engineering;
    2.16. mechanical oscillations and acoustics;
    2.17. electric drive;
    2.18. professional terminology in the official language and at least two foreign languages.
    3. KNOWLEDGE at the level of use:
    3.1. mathematics;
    3.2. probability theory and mathematical statistics;
    3.3. physics;
    3.4. material science;
    3.5. computer graphics in mechanical engineering;
    3.6. descriptive geometry and engineering;
    3.7. theory of electrical equipment;
    3.8. general metrology;
    3.9. programming languages;
    3.10. power electronics;
    3.11. electrical measurements;
    3.12. industrial electronic equipment;
    3.13. electrical machinery;
    3.14. technical mechanics;
    3.15. apparatus design;
    3.16. machinery and apparatus elements;
    3.17. manufacturing technology – basics of manufacturing technology;
    3.18. industrial technology;
    3.19. CAD / CAM technologies;
    3.20. analogue equipment;
    3.21. electro-pneumatic technology
    3.22. robotics – robot control systems;
    3.23. computer control systems and design thereof;
    3.24. automatic sensor systems;
    3.25. algorithmization of system calculations;
    3.26. electric drive control;
    3.27. civil protection;
    3.28. labour protection;
    3.29. environmental protection;
    3.30. legal employment relationship;
    3.31. official language;
    3.32. at least two foreign languages at the communication level.

  • Skills

    1. To understand the stages of design documentation development.
    2. To understand the interaction of mechanical, electromechanical, electronic and computer equipment.
    3. To carry out a professional analysis of the work task, information processing and alignment of the work task with the technological possibilities of manufacturing.
    4.,To observe the relevant laws and regulations, technical documentation and standards governing the field of mechatronics when drawing up business documents.
    5. To analyse, evaluate and make use of scientific and applied research, utilize information search and selection tools, introduce new technologies and software.
    6. To be able to predict a trouble-free operation of mechanical, electrical, electronic and computer equipment.
    7. To purposefully use the possibilities of mechanical, electromechanical, electronic and computer equipment purposefully and arrange for maintenance thereof.
    8. To rationally organize the execution of inter-related work processes rationally.
    9. To design the layout of all automated or installed equipment and organize the division of labour among workers.
    10. To be able to select documents required for the automation process (hydraulic and pneumatic system components, electrical and optical elements, etc.).
    11. To use computer-aided design and computer-based manufacturing (CAD / CAM) technology to develop a design.
    12. To prepare materials for the presentation of the automation project.
    13. To participate in project analysis, development, harmonization and management.
    14. To observe the labour protection, fire safety and environmental protection requirements.
    15. To use professional terminology in the official language and at least two foreign languages.
    16. To have a good command of the official language.
    17. To have a good command of at least two foreign languages at the communication level.
    18. To establish work priorities, work in a team and plan, organize and manage activities thereof, as well as work individually.
    19. To explain one’s opinion, convince others and deal with conflict situations.
    20. To observe the principles of professional and general ethics.
    21. To s improve professional qualification sytematically.
    22. To provide the first aid.
    23. To protect the environment.

  • Competences/ autonomy

    1. Ability to develop an algorithm for the automation process and prepare the technical task of system design.
    2. Ability to work with special design and mechatronics equipment control software.
    3. Ability to make a visual assessment of mechatronics equipment operation.
    4. Ability to develop a mechatronics equipment monitoring and visualization system.
    5. Ability to deal with issues related to automated equipment maintenance, diagnosis and repair.
    6. Ability to control the amount of spare parts of mechatronics equipment and make orders thereof.
    7. Ability to develop a technological plan of production.
    8. Ability to assess the level of production automation.
    9. Ability to select appropriate materials when setting up equipment structures.
    10. Ability to develop software to program the control elements of an automated system.
    11. Ability to determine  accuracy of the mechatronics system.
    12. Ability to determine the lifetime of the mechatronics system.
    13. Ability to select alignment dimensions and tolerances to ensure quality and long lasting performance of the equipment.
    14. Ability to assess most cost-effective technical solutions.
    15. Ability to calculate the cost of designed or manufactured equipment and determine the payback period.
    16. Ability to plan work and organise timely execution thereof.
    17. Ability to organize and manage teamwork.
    18. Ability to ensure meeting the requirements of environmental and labour protection regulations.
    19. Ability to communicate in the official language and at least two foreign languages.
    20. Ability to identify and understand laws and regulations governing safety of equipment.
    21. Ability to understand quality safety and environmental protection systems of the International Standards Organization (ISO).

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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270
Duration of study 
Duration of qualification in full-time studies
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4 years

Qualification document

Awarding body

Higher education institution:

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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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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

Sector Qualifications Structure: Metalworking, mechanical engineering and mechanical sciences sector (including mechanics)


Link to the descriptions of the Sector Qualifications Structure levels

Other information

National Education Information System

National Database of Education Opportunities

Historical qualification

Period for issuing qualification: 2013-2022

Last changes: 09.02.2023

Posted: 07.05.2016