Professional knowledge
At the comprehension level:
1. Automatic control and adjustment systems.
2. Electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic drive.
3. Computer-aided systems.
4. Robot control systems.
5. Metalworking technologies.
6. Operating principles and technical parameters of mechatronic systems and equipment.
7. Types and properties of materials.
8. Material processing technologies.
9. Requirements for patent application.
10. Methodology for assessing the level of automation.
11. Automatic control and adjustment.
12. Structure and operating principles of electronic components.
13. Computer architecture and its peripheral devices.
14. Industry 4.0.
15. Management of technical documentation.
16. Metal cutting techniques.
17. Characteristics of materials.
18. Recent changes in the EU new and global approach directives.
19. Evaluation of investments within the scope of the technical task.
20. Types of costs.
21. Rational use of a room.
22. Fundamental principles of ergonomics.
23. Operating principles of mechatronic systems.
24. Operation of mechatronic equipment.
25. Basic conditions for equipment maintenance.
26. Types of documentation.
27. Material processing technologies.
28. Evaluation of the operation of mechatronic equipment.
29. Measuring instruments and measurement techniques.
30. Measuring instruments and measurement techniques.
31. Automated tools of maintenance systems.
32. Lifecycle of mechatronic units.
33. Management of technological processes.
34. Risk analysis.
35. Requirements for quality management systems.
36. Impact of industrial pollution on the environment.
37. Maintenance of systems.
38. Field-specific standards.
39. Basic principles of a quality system.
40. Basic principles of a quality system.
41. Process improvement methods and instruments.
At the application level:
1. Methodology for designing mechanical drives, automatic control systems, and computer-aided systems.
2. Methodology for manufacturing prototypes.
3. Argumentation techniques.
4. Methods for calculating the prime cost and profit.
5. Methods for searching and analysing information.
6. Principles of selecting analogous structures.
7. Engineering drawing: CAE and CAD technologies.
8. Machinery elements.
9. Requirements for part precision and standardisation.
10. Structure and operation of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic drive.
11. Methodology for designing the mechanical drive.
12. Prototyping.
13. Basic operating principles of sensors.
14. CAD technologies for the development of electrical diagrams.
15. Programming languages.
16. Methodology for designing automatic control systems and computer-aided systems.
17. Configuration and programming of automatic control systems, computer-aided systems, and robot control systems.
18. Development of technical documentation.
19. Use of CAD for the development of technical documentation.
20. Material processing technologies.
21. Metalworking technologies.
22. CNC and CAM technologies.
23. Configuration, programming, and alignment of automated control systems.
24. Development of the equipment test plan.
25. Development of testing methodology.
26. Compilation and analysis of testing data.
27. Data visualisation.
28. Machinery safety directives.
29. Laws and regulations, and standards.
30. Environmental and labour protection requirements.
31. Economic calculations of manufacturing, installation, and maintenance.
32. Planning and management of mechatronic systems.
33. Assembly of parts and units.
34. Electrical installation work.
35. Alignment of the new system with the existing equipment.
36. CNC technologies.
37. CAM technologies.
38. PLC programming.
39. Programming of HMI panels.
40. Adaptation of a programme to manufacturing technologies.
41. Frequency converters, PLC, types of drives, and their automatic control.
42. Types of drives and setting of their parameters.
43. Symbols and terminology.
44. Types of drives.
45. Data compilation and visualisation techniques.
46. Economic calculations of efficiency.
47. Diagnostic tools and techniques.
48. Systemic maintenance of equipment.
49. Fundamentals of presentation skills.
50. Technical and economic argumentation.
51. Management and analysis of mechatronic systems.
52. Fundamental principles of maintaining and repairing mechatronic systems.
53. Programming of automatics control systems.
54. Setting of mechatronic systems.
55. Types, structure, operation, and parameters of sensors.
56. Properties of operating materials.
57. Laws and regulations on occupational safety, fire safety, and environmental protection.
58. Measures for preventing work environment risk factors and environment risk factors.
59. Provision of first aid.
60. Principles of cooperating with operational services.
61. Decision-making.
62. Machinery safety regulations.
63. Rules on the electrical safety of equipment.
64. Process management at the company (e.g., ISO) and preparation of appropriate documentation.
65. Quality management.
66. Fundamental principles and methods of organisational systems (e.g., LEAN).
67. Team management.
68. Process management at the company (e.g., ISO) and preparation of appropriate documentation.
69. Requirements of laws and regulations, and standards governing the field.
70. Quality analysis methods and process efficiency.
General knowledge
At the comprehension level:
1. Basic principles of communication.
2. Digital environment, risks and threats in the digital environment.
3. Protection of intellectual property.
4. Possibilities and potential risks of the Internet when using ICT.
5. Effective communication techniques.
6. Self-assessment mechanisms.
7. Planning and adoption of decisions.
8. Planning of education, career, and progress of work.
9. Personal development and lifelong learning.
10. Time planning techniques.
11. Collaboration methods.
12. Principles of general ethics.
13. Social and political structure of society.
14. Social diversity and the principle of equality.
15. Intercultural interaction.
16. Requirements of laws and regulations, and standards governing the field.
17. Fundamentals of patenting.
At the application level:
1. Extensive and appropriate vocabulary.
2. Professional terminology in the official language and two foreign languages.
3. Fundamentals and theories of natural sciences, engineering, and technologies.
4. Fundamentals of mathematical analysis, trigonometry, linear algebra, analytical geometry, and statistics.
5. Methods of data processing, analysis, and collection.
6. Software.
7. Digital tools and technologies.
8. Means of digital communication.
9. Data security.
10. Implementation of innovations. Research methods.
11. Fundamentals of statistics.
12. Methods of data processing, analysis, and collection.
13. Argumentation techniques.
14. Presentation skills.
15. Preparation of reports and publications.
16. Professional terminology.
17. Information and communication technologies.
18. Professional ethics.
19. Communication psychology.
20. Communication skills.
21. Solutions to problem situations.
22. Professional ethics.
23. Communication psychology.
24. Norms of employment relationship.
25. Laws and regulations on civil defence.

Professional skills and attitudes
1. To conduct systematic search and research of information based on the defined technical parameters for the development or modernisation of a system.
2. To formulate a technical task, taking into account the existing resources available to the company and possible limitations.
3. To take a well-reasoned decision (based on the available resources) on the feasibility or rejection of a technical task.
4. To evaluate the resources and time required to perform the technical task.
5. To find and analyse information, study analogous structures, and find optimal solutions to a specific issue.
6. To explore the requirements of standards and laws and regulations. To perform literary research and interpret and analyse the results.
7. To perform market analysis.
8. To calculate the cost-effectiveness and payback time.
9. To develop a kinematic diagram of equipment.
10. To use CAE technologies, as well as analytical and numerical methods to calculate the component strength under static and dynamic loads, and make other calculations.
11. To develop a 3D motel and technical drawings of parts, using CAD and CAE technologies.
12. To select the necessary materials, components, and actuators for mechatronics systems to ensure the structural safety.
13. To prepare the specification for the materials and components required for the manufacturing of a mechatronic system.
14. To develop electrical diagrams for the automatic control system of equipment by using CAD technologies.
15. To prepare the specification for the materials and components required for the manufacturing of a mechatronic system.
16. To configure frequency converters.
17. To programme PLCs, micro-controllers, and HMI panels for the automatic control system of equipment.
18. To program controllers for servo and stepper motors.
19. To develop computer-aided systems for mechatronic equipment.
20. To be able to program robot motion trajectories by using specialised robot control software.
21. To use software for the collection, processing, visualisation, and archiving of data in real time.
22. To choose materials, parts, and components to create a mechatronic system.
23. To prepare specifications for the manufacturing, assembly, and control of separate elements.
24. To be familiar with fitting, turning, milling, and welding operations to ensure manual creation of equipment parts and units.
25. To be familiar with CNC and CAM technologies for the manufacturing of parts.
26. To manage the assembly of mechanical parts according to the technological documentation.
27. To manage the installation of electrical parts according to the technological documentation.
28. To manage the configuration, programming, and fitting of the elements of automatic control systems.
29. To approve the equipment and verify its conformity with the technical task.
30. To analyse, process, and visualise data on the operation of a mechatronic system.
31. To prepare reports on work results.
32. To improve the mechatronic system based on inspection results.
33. To prepare the declaration of conformity of the system.
34. To develop instruction for the operation of the system.
35. To determine the costs of the technical task and calculate the prime cost.
36. To perform calculations of the technical task, investment, and payback time.
37. To calculate the maintenance costs of the technical task during its usage.
38. To organise and actively participate in the installation, implementation, and operation of new mechatronic equipment at the company.
39. To learn about the structure, operating principles, and rules for operation of new mechatronic equipment and the functions of the operator, installer, and programmer (during the installation process, training courses, or individually).
40. To program mechatronic systems by using program control technologies.
41. To ensure the conformity of the operation of the program with the technical task.
42. To set the mechatronic systems according to the manufacturing technology.
43. To perform mechanical assembly and electrical installation work.
44. To monitor the operation of mechatronic systems.
45. To analyse the causes of operational errors in mechatronic equipment.
46. To make operative decisions for the rectification of errors and deviations in the technological process.
47. To be familiar with the technical documentation of the existing mechatronic systems.
48. To make the necessary changes in the technical documentation.
49. To compile the data of the mechatronic system.
50. To assess the operation of the mechatronic system.
51. To determine the technical parameters of the mechatronic system.
52. To assess the technical condition of the mechatronic system.
53. To assess the operational intensity of the mechatronic system.
54. To evaluate the work resources of the elements of the mechatronic system.
55. To ensure a systemic maintenance of technological equipment.
56. To assess the possibilities of improving the operation of the mechatronic system.
57. To develop measures for extending the service life of the mechatronic system and improving its efficiency.
58. To analyse the failure of the mechatronic system.
59. To develop a plan of preventive measures to reduce the failures in the mechatronic system.
60. To prepare the schedule of routine repairs.
61. To identify the failures in the mechatronic system.
62. To organise the unplanned repairs.
63. To assess the extent of repairs.
64. To assess the economic impact of failures.
65. To assess the conformity of the operational parameters of a mechatronic system with the technological process.
66. To put forward proposals for improving the operation of the mechatronic system.
67. To make changes in the mechatronic system to ensure the technological process.
68. To evaluate the required quantity of operating materials according to the operational instruction.
69. To assess the work resources for individual elements of the mechatronic system.
70. To be well-versed in the standards applicable to mechanical engineering.
71. To organise the technical processes in accordance with the occupational safety and environmental protection requirements.
72. To assess the environmental risk factors.
73. To organise the training of employees on occupational safety issues.
74. To act promptly in an emergency situation.
75. To provide first aid and perform emergency procedures in case of an accident.
76. To inspect the mechatronic systems to verify their compliance with the electrical safety requirements.
77. To replace those elements of mechatronic systems that do not meet the specified electrical safety requirements.
78. To be well-versed in the field-specific standards.
79. To comply with the company’s management system standards.
80. To comply with the requirements of field-specific standards.
81. To apply the current versions of process management standards.
82. To apply advanced optimisation systems (e.g., LEAN) for the development of the manufacturing process.
83. To understand the fundamental principles of quality management.
84. To assess the possibilities of improving the quality management in the context of technical and technological processes.
85. To prepare proposals for the improvement of quality management.
86. To prepare proposals for the improvement of the manufacturing process, as well as the technical and technological processes.
General skills and attitudes
1. To communicate orally and in writing and to clarify the opinion in a well-argued manner when solving work tasks in various professional situations and environments.
2. To use the professional terminology in the official language and two foreign languages.
3. To use the mathematical logics when carrying out the professional duties.
4. To use mathematical methods and functions in performing engineering calculations and presenting work results.
5. To seek for creative solutions for the development of technological processes.
6. To apply laws and theories of natural sciences in designing and operating mechatronic systems.
7. To acquire the information required for the development or modernisation of equipment, using modern information technology.
8. To use various methods for solving technical problems and adapting digital tools to meet technical needs, including by providing assistance to others.
9. To use digital tools and software to perform the professional duties.
10. To summarise, systematise, and analyse the data.
11. To process information, selecting the most suitable solution.
12. To perform the critical analysis of the obtained data by explaining the results and conclusions in a well-argued manner.
13. To integrate the knowledge from various fields for the creation of new knowledge and new products.
14. To prepare a review of research results.
15. To prepare presentation materials and publications.
16. To provide well-reasoned arguments for own opinion.
17. To critically evaluate own knowledge, skills, and motivation.
18. To assess own professional experience.
19. To understand the learning needs for career growth.
20. To systematically acquire new knowledge and experience.
21. To keep up with industry developments.
22. To use the acquired knowledge in practice.
23. To present work results in both the professional environment and society.
24. To plan and organise own work, take decisions based on the changes in the situation, solve problem situations, and be able to express own opinion.
25. To organise the training of employees to ensure the improvement of their professional competence.
26. To adhere to the principles of professional and general ethics.
27. To be tolerant of different opinions and reach a compromise.
28. To manage stress in the social communication process.
29. To use critical and creative thinking.
30. To observe the norms of employment relationship.
31. To identify the potential risks when completing work tasks.
32. To comply with the requirements of laws and regulations on civil defence.
33. To inform the employees about the implementation of the civil defence plan approved by the company.

Abbreviations and terms used in the standard:
CNC – computer numeric control
CAD – computer-aided design
CAE – computer-aided engineering
PLC – programmable logic controllers
HMI – human-machine interface
LEAN – business strategy and set of principles and systems that are focused on increasing the value of products or services while simultaneously reducing resource waste.

Professional competences
1. Ability to prepare a technical task for the development or modernisation of a mechatronic system, evaluating the resources and time required to perform the technical task.
2. Ability to put forward an optimal technical solution in accordance with the requirements of standards and laws and regulations.
3. Ability to develop the structure of mechatronic systems by using CAE and CAD technologies.
4. Ability to develop the automatic control of a mechatronic system, selecting optimal electrical and electronic components for automatic control systems, computer-aided systems, and robot control systems.
5. Ability to configure and program automatic control systems, computer-aided systems, and robot control systems.
6. Ability to prepare the technical documentation for the manufacturing/modernisation of equipment.
7. Ability to select materials, parts, and components for the manufacturing of parts.
8. Ability to organise and ensure the process of manufacturing a mechatronic system.
9. Ability to approve and improve a mechatronic system.
10. Ability to develop instructions for the operation of the system and the declaration of conformity.
11. Ability to perform the economic assessment of the technical task.
12. Ability to put the mechatronic equipment into operation.
13. Ability to program mechatronic systems according to the technical task.
14. Ability to set mechatronic systems according to the manufacturing technology.
15. Ability to ensure the maintenance of the operation of mechatronic systems.
16. Ability to use the technical documentation and make the necessary changes therein.
17. Ability to assess the operational efficiency of the mechatronic system.
18. Ability to perform systemic diagnostics of the technical condition of mechatronic systems.
19. Ability to ensure the maintenance of a mechatronic system.
20. Ability to put forward proposals for the improvement of a mechatronic system.
21. Ability to ensure the repair of mechatronic systems.
22. Ability to ensure the compliance of the operation of a mechatronic system with the requirements for the technological process.
23. Ability to plan the required quantity of operating materials.
24. Ability to ensure the compliance with the occupational safety and environmental protection requirements at the company.
25. Ability to respond to emergency situations appropriately.
26. Ability to perform electrical safety inspections of mechatronic systems.
27. Ability to ensure the compliance with quality requirements for technical processes at the company.
28. Ability to participate in the implementation, maintenance, and improvement of quality management at the company.
29. Ability to assess the causes of quality issues and put forward proposals for quality improvement.
General competences
1. Ability to freely communicate, write, read, work, and speak in the official language and two foreign languages while understanding and using professional terminology.
2. Ability to apply mathematical, natural science, engineering, and technological competences in own professional activity.
3. Ability to safely use information technologies in the professional activity.
4. Ability to conduct research with added value while integrating the knowledge from various fields and contributing to the creation of new knowledge.
5. Ability to prepare reviews and publications on research results.
6. Ability to present research results.
7. Ability to organise oneself, continue learning and self-education in the professional field by assuming responsibility, and develop personal competences.
8. Ability to constantly keep up with the news in the sector and the use of new technologies.
9. Ability to encourage the improvement of processes implemented at the company.
10. Ability to cooperate and express own opinion in a well-argued manner.
11. Ability to plan and organise own work, take decisions based on the changes in the situation, solve problem situations.
12. Ability to adhere to the basic principles of professional and general ethics and generally accepted codes of conduct.
13. Ability to ensure the compliance with the norms of employment relationship when performing the professional duties.
14. Ability to ensure the implementation of the civil defence plan approved by the company.