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. 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.
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.
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).
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Engineering and engineering trades (071)
Detailed field: (ISCED 2013)Mechanics and metal trades (0715)
EducationHigher education
Qualification typeVocational
Full or partialFull qualification
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Historical qualification
Period for issuing qualification: 2013-2022
Last changes: 09.02.2023
Posted: 07.05.2016