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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PROFESSIONAL knowledge
At the concept level:
1. Basics of the economic sector corresponding to specialised machinery.
At the comprehension level:
1. Labelling of personal protective equipment (protective masks, filters, respirators).
2. Operating principles of heavy vehicle systems
3. Structure of heavy vehicles.
4. Predicting the resources required to correct defects and to perform repair works
5. Organisation of internal work processes of the company.
6. Basic principles of elaboration of documents.
7. Structure of manufacturers’ databases.
8. Techniques for searching technical information.
9. Principles of repair descriptions
10. Performance characteristics of parts/nodes
11. Spare parts delivery logistics
12. Manufacturer’s instructions concerning modification and installation of additional equipment.
13. Use of national and EU modification standards.
14. Operation of heavy vehicles, wear of component.
15. Influence of additional equipment on the technical condition of a heavy vehicle.
16. Structure and instructions for the operation of liquefied propane gas (LPG) and compressed natural gas (CNG) power supply device
17. Visual indicators of the quality of the operating fluids
18. Characteristic features of defects
19. Technical parameters for the operation of a self-diagnostics system.
20. Technical parameters of heavy vehicle systems.
21. Structure and operating principle of start-up systems
22. Structure and operating principle of power supply systems
23. Structure and operating principle of lighting systems
24. Structure and operating principle of ignition systems
25. Structure and operating principle of the electrical devices of the body
26. Structure and operating principle of engine control systems.
27. Structure and operating principle of transmission control systems
28. Structure and operating principle of the communication system of heavy vehicles
29. Structure and operating principle of safety systems
30. Structure and operating principle of software systems of control units.
31. Structure and operation principles of internal combustion engines
32. Structure and operating principles of transmissions of heavy vehicles
33. Basics of hydraulics and pneumatics
34. Structure and operating principle of control units of heavy vehicles
35. Engine structure.
36. Operating principle of engines.
37. Theoretical basics of engines.
38. Principles for restoration and surface treatment of engine parts.
39. Transmission repair technology.
40. Structure and operating principle of the suspension system.
41. Structure and operating principle of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
42. Structure and operating principles of transmissions of heavy vehicles
43. Structure and operating principle of electrical equipment
44. Structure and operating principle of electronic control systems.
45. Structure and operating principles of specialised machinery.
46. Types of specialised machinery.
47. Types and causes of the wear of parts.
At the application level:
1. Choosing personal protective equipment according to labelling and its use.
2. Principles of use of collective protective equipment
3. Protective equipment of handheld electric tools
4. Instructions for the use of locksmith tools.
5. Instructions for the use of special tools and service equipment.
6. Elaboration of repair documentation.
7. Basic principles of work planning
8. Basic principles for organising repair works.
9. Principles for the use of manufacturers’ databases.
10. Principles for the use of service technical documentation.
11. Cause-effect relationship of defects.
12. Methods for the selection of information in databases/systems.
13. Principles of the preparation of technical reports
14. Use of spare parts catalogues.
15. Placing of orders.
16. Creation of repair kit.
17. Principles of elaboration of repair documentation.
18. Methods for the visual inspection of the heavy vehicle body.
19. Methods for the inspection of the heavy vehicle cab equipment.
20. Recording of heavy vehicle inspection outcomes.
21. Photodocumentation of defects.
22. Requirements of instructions for the operation of heavy vehicle fuel supply system.
23. Requirements of instructions for the operation of electrical equipment.
24. Requirements of instructions for the operation of high pressure hydraulic systems.
25. Technical rules for the operation of heavy vehicles.
26. Road traffic regulations.
27. Methods for inspecting the levels of the operating fluids
28. Methods and tools for inspecting the quality of the operating fluids
29. Basic principles of driving cycle (test drive).
30. Methods for analysing defects.
31. Use of diagnostic equipment.
32. Interpretation of errors and parameters read.
33. Principles for the use of the repair catalogue.
34. Techniques for the use of measuring instruments.
35. Techniques for the use of locksmith tools.
36. Methods for the use of special tools.
37. Instructions for the preparation of diagnostic equipment and tools.
38. Methods for the use of diagnostic equipment and test benches.
39. Methodology for diagnostic works.
40. Instructions for the operation of launch systems
41. Methods for the inspection of launch systems
42. Structure and operating principle of power supply systems
43. Instructions for the operation of power supply systems
44. Methods for the inspection of power supply systems
45. Instructions for the operation of lighting systems
46. Methods for the inspection of lighting systems.
47. Instructions for the operation of ignition systems
48. Methods for the inspection of ignition systems.
49. Instructions for the operation of the electrical devices of the body
50. Methods for the inspection of the electrical devices of the body
51. Instructions for the operation of the engine control systems.
52. Methods for the inspection of the engine control systems.
53. Instructions for the operation of the transmission control systems.
54. Methods for the inspection of the transmission control systems.
55. Instructions for the operation of the communication system of the heavy vehicle.
56. Methods for the inspection of the communication system of the heavy vehicle.
57. Instructions for the operation of safety systems.
58. Methods for the inspection of safety systems.
59. Instructions for the operation of hydraulic and pneumatic control systems.
60. Methods for the inspection of hydraulic and pneumatic control systems.
61. Structure and operating principle of hydraulic and pneumatic control systems.
62. Instructions for the operation of internal combustion engines.
63. Methods for the inspection of internal combustion engines.
64. Instructions for the operation of transmissions of heavy vehicles.
65. Methods for the inspection of transmissions of heavy vehicles.
66. Structure and operating principle of micro-climate maintenance systems.
67. Technology for maintenance and refilling of micro-climate maintenance systems.
68. Specifications and instructions for the use of coolants, gases and oils.
69. Safety requirements when operating refrigeration systems.
70. Structure and operating principle of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
71. Instructions for the operation of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
72. Methods for the inspection of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
73. Interpretation of schemes of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
74. Instructions for the operation of control units of heavy vehicles.
75. Methods for the inspection of control units of heavy vehicles.
76. Methods for the diagnostics of machines and aggregates of specialised machinery.
77. Engine repair technology.
78. Principles of mating of engine parts.
79. Structure and operating principle of transmission.
80. Principles of mating of transmission parts.
81. Suspension system repair technology.
82. Alignment of heavy vehicle wheel geometry.
83. Repair technology of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
84. Setting parameters for hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
85. Instructions for the operation of transmissions of heavy vehicles.
86. Electrical equipment repair technology.
87. Electronic control system repair technology.
88. Adaptation of electronic control systems.
89. Basics of adjusting of the operating mechanisms of specialised machinery.
90. Operating materials, their classification and designations.
91. Oil sampling technology.
92. Technology for the replacement of fluids and lubricants.
93. Technology for the maintenance of control devices and suspension system.
94. Technology for the maintenance of the engine system and external drive elements.
95. Technology for the maintenance of heavy vehicle transmission.
96. Technology for the maintenance of the pneumatic and hydraulic system.
97. Technology for the maintenance of the heavy vehicle operating equipment.
98. Technology for the maintenance of specialised machinery.
99. Methods for adjusting lighting devices.
GENERAL knowledge
At the concept level:
1. Basic economic principles and economic processes.
2. Legal provisions specified in the Constitution of the Republic of Latvia in the view of a society subject to the rule of law and a civil society.
3. Rights, obligations, and liability of an individual.
4. Versatility of social relations.
5. Social and political structure of the society.
At the comprehension level:
1. Basics of psychology.
2. Provision of first aid.
3. Laws and regulations regarding occupational safety and labour protection.
4. Introductory instruction.
5. Working conditions and human health as a precondition for life quality.
6. Occupational and personal hygiene requirements.
7. Laws and regulations regarding environmental protection.
8. Importance and benefits of waste sorting.
9. Requirements for the disposal of hazardous waste.
10. Sources of environmental pollution caused during the repair, operation, and maintenance of heavy vehicles.
11. Working environment risk factors.
12. Workplace safety requirements.
13. Grammar and language functions in the official language and foreign languages, types of verbal interaction, language styles and characteristics of intonation, versatility of language and communication in different contexts.
14. Principles for promoting cooperation.
15. Positive communication techniques.
16. Sectoral laws and regulations.
17. Latest maintenance and repair technologies.
18. Internet opportunities and potential risks.
19. Normative and technical documentation.
20. Finding of updated information.
21. Laws and regulations regarding information technology.
22. Training programmes developed by manufacturers.
23. Operating principles of computer and office equipment.
24. Business work organisation.
At the application level:
1. Basics of communication.
2. Professional ethics.
3. Techniques for the resolution of conflicts.
4. Methodology for the interviewing of customers
5. Business communication process.
6. Presentation skills.
7. Action in emergency situations.
8. Labour protection instructions at workplace.
9. Labour protection signs and signals.
10. Use of warning signs.
11. Preventive measures for the prevention of occupational risk factors.
12. Electrical safety regulations.
13. Fire safety regulations.
14. Action in the event of fire.
15. High-risk waste management.
16. Environmental risk assessment.
17. Contents of the employment contract.
18. Socially unifying values.
19. Social and political structure of the society.
20. Document management.
21. Basic principles of ergonomics.
22. Use of safe working practices.
23. Professional terminology in the official language and foreign language.
24. Vocabulary in the official language and foreign language.
25. Intercultural interaction.
26. Time planning techniques.
27. Effective communication and collaboration techniques.
28. Physical units of measurement.
29. Calculation of area and volume.
30. Mathematical calculations.
31. Mathematical methods and tools.
32. Learning strategies.
33. Self-assessment principles.
34. Application software according to the work task.
35. Techniques for the use smart devices.
36. Computer security software.
37. Information systems security.
38. Generation of ideas.
PROFESSIONAL skills
1. To use personal protective equipment
2. To use collective protective equipment
3. To inspect the protection devices of the work area and their compliance with safety requirements.
4. To inspect the hand-tools.
5. To inspect service equipment.
6. To plan the initial process of repair of a heavy vehicle and specify it during the course of repair.
7. To prepare repair order documentation.
8. To find the technical documentation for use of heavy vehicles in databases.
9. To apply the information of technical documentation in practice.
10. To use the databases of manufacturers.
11. To analyse the work task data of the performed repair work.
12. To search for the solutions, recommended by the manufacturers, in databases
13. To prepare a technical report on results of the defect detection for the manufacturer.
14. To work with spare parts catalogues.
15. To place orders for spare parts.
16. To follow the instruction set by the manufacturer concerning modification and installation of additional equipment.
17. To follow the national and EU standards for modification of heavy vehicles.
18. To record the works performed
19. To register spare parts and materials used.
20. To describe the repair process and defects found.
21. To make records in the heavy vehicle repair history.
22. To prepare transfer-and-acceptance reports.
23. To prepare recommendations for customers.
24. To assess the technical condition of the body and passenger compartment’s equipment.
25. To visually inspect for leaks of the operating fluids.
26. To visually inspect the fastenings of the parts.
27. To identify the modifications and additional equipment installed in the heavy vehicle.
28. To record defects of heavy vehicles.
29. To verify the compliance of the heavy vehicle configuration with technical rules
30. To assess the technical condition of the gas equipment
31. To assess leaks of flammable liquids
32. To assess the safety of the electrical equipment
33. To assess the technical condition of high-pressure hydraulic systems
34. To verify the compliance of the running gear with technical rules.
35. To verify the compliance of heavy vehicle control units with technical rules.
36. To inspect the operation of the lighting devices.
37. To verify whether the vehicle has insurance and has undergone technical inspection.
38. To check the level of operating fluids.
39. To check the quality of operating fluids.
40. To perform a test drive.
41. To perform a functional test of the heavy vehicle.
42. To analyse the observations gained during the drive and tests.
43. To verify the operational readiness of the diagnostic equipment.
44. To connect the diagnostic equipment to the heavy vehicle.
45. To read the errors and parameters of self-diagnostics.
46. To assess the self-diagnostics outcomes.
47. To select electrical measuring instruments and pressure measuring instruments.
48. To select tools to check the geometrical dimensions and locksmith tools.
49. To select diagnostic equipment and benches.
50. To select special tools.
51. To get acquainted with the instructions for the use of diagnostic equipment.
52. To prepare the diagnostic equipment for operation.
53. To ensure constant voltage supply to the electrical system of the heavy vehicle during the diagnostics.
54. To ensure the operating parameters of the heavy vehicle required for the diagnostics – temperature, pressure, rotations etc.
55. To connect the testing equipment to the heavy vehicle
56. To perform the diagnostics of the launch system.
57. To perform the diagnostics of the power supply system.
58. To perform the diagnostics of the lighting system.
59. To perform the diagnostics of the ignition system.
60. To perform the diagnostics of the electrical devices of the body.
61. To perform the diagnostics of the engine control system.
62. To perform the diagnostics of the transmission control system.
63. To perform the diagnostics of the heavy vehicle communication system
64. To perform the diagnostics of safety systems
65. To update the software of the control unit.
66. To perform the diagnostics of hydraulic and pneumatic control systems.
67. To check the compression pressure and air-tightness of cylinders.
68. To check the intake system.
69. To check the fuel system.
70. To check the cooling system.
71. To check the lubrication system.
72. To check the exhausting and exhaust gas after-treatment system.
73. To find the areas of increased noise and vibration in the transmission.
74. To take test measurements of the flow and pressure in the transmission
75. To find the areas of elevated temperature in the transmission.
76. To perform the load test of the transmission.
77. To check the operating efficiency of the micro-climate maintenance system.
78. To check the pressure of the micro-climate maintenance system.
79. To detects leakages in the micro-climate maintenance system.
80. To check the micro-climate maintenance control system.
81. To check the operating efficiency of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
82. To find the areas of increased noise and vibration of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
83. To take test measurements of the flow and pressure of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
84. To find the areas of elevated temperature of hydraulic and pneumatic systems in the transmission.
85. To perform the diagnostics of the high-voltage control system.
86. To perform the diagnostics of the high-voltage drive system.
87. To perform the diagnostics of the steering gear and its control system.
88. To perform the diagnostics of the braking gear and its control system.
89. To perform the diagnostics of the suspension system and its control system.
90. To perform the functional testing of specialised machinery.
91. To perform the diagnostics of the control system of specialised machinery.
92. To perform the diagnostics of the hydraulic and pneumatic system of specialised machinery.
93. To disassemble and assemble the heavy vehicle’s engine
94. To check the engine for defective parts.
95. To restore the engine’s mating connections by replacing damaged parts.
96. To perform mechanical adjustment works for the engine.
97. To disassemble and assemble the heavy vehicle’s transmission.
98. To check the transmission for defective parts.
99. To restore the transmission’s mating connections by replacing damaged parts.
100. To perform mechanical adjustment works for the transmission.
101. To disassemble and assemble the heavy vehicle’s suspension system.
102. To check the suspension system for defective parts.
103. To restore the suspension system’s mating connections.
104. To perform mechanical adjustment works for the suspension system.
105. To disassemble and assemble the heavy vehicle’s hydraulic and pneumatic system.
106. To check the hydraulic and pneumatic system for defective parts.
107. To repair hydraulic pumps and engines using repair kits.
108. To replace sealing of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
109. To perform adjustment works for hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
110. To restore wiring and connections of electrical equipment
111. To replace aggregates of electrical equipment
112. To perform replacement of damaged parts and nodes of electronic control systems
113. To adapt or calibrate the replaced electronic nodes.
114. To replace and adjust the working parts of specialised machinery.
115. To disassemble and assembles nodes and aggregates of specialised machinery.
116. To check specialised machinery for defective parts.
117. To restore the mating connections of specialised machinery by replacing damaged parts.
118. To perform adjustment works for the drive mechanisms of specialised machinery.
119. To perform the maintenance of control devices and suspension system.
120. To perform the maintenance of the engine systems and external drive elements.
121. To perform the maintenance of the heavy vehicle’s transmission.
122. To perform the maintenance of pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
123. To perform the maintenance of lighting equipment
124. To check and perform the maintenance of the heavy vehicle’s operating equipment
125. To set a maintenance interval
126. To perform the maintenance of specialised machinery.
127. To take samples of operating fluids
GENERAL Skills
1. To identify customer’s needs.
2. To collaborate according to the principles of positive communication.
3. To solve conflict situations arguing in favour of own opinion.
4. To clearly explain to the customer the work performed.
5. To give reasons for the costs of the performed repair.
6. To act in emergency situations.
7. To provide first aid in the event of accidents.
8. To organise the workplace in compliance with the occupational safety and labour protection requirements.
9. To recognise labour protection safety signs and signals.
10. To strictly obey labour protection safety signs and signals.
11. To comply with the requirements of labour protection instructions.
12. To assess the effects of environmental risk factors on health.
13. To comply with occupational and personal hygiene.
14. To comply with electrical safety regulations.
15. To comply with fire safety regulations.
16. To visually assess the compliance of diagnostic equipment with electrical safety regulations.
17. To comply with environmental protection requirements when fulfilling work duties.
18. To sort the waste generated during the work process.
19. To organise the disposal of hazardous waste.
20. To identify the potential environmental hazards.
21. To prevent the potential causes of environmental hazards.
22. To responsibly evaluate the employment relationship requirements in conjunction with the laws and regulations.
23. To comply with the employment relationship requirements.
24. To comply with the company’s internal regulations.
25. To perform civil duties.
26. To be aware of own responsibility in view of the civil society.
27. To use harmless and safe work practices.
28. To follow the basic principles of ergonomics.
29. To maintain order at the workplace.
30. To clearly define ideas in the official language both orally and in writing when communicating with the colleagues and collaboration partners.
31. To use the professional terminology both orally and in writing to ensure the performance of diagnostics.
32. To communicate in two foreign languages both orally and in writing.
33. To use the professional terminology in at least two foreign languages both orally and in writing to ensure the performance of diagnostics.
34. To work in a team when performing the professional work duties.
35. To define priorities when planning professional activity.
36. To plan own time and the time of the team in a reasonable manner.
37. To identify and prevent the causes of stress.
38. To calculate dimension chains.
39. To calculate the labour cost.
40. To convert measures in units of different measurement systems.
41. To calculate the electric circuit parameters.
42. To improve the level of professional qualification in the field of maintenance and repair technologies.
43. To maintain interest in the latest automotive structures.
44. To assess own professional experience and career development options.
45. To acquire the latest methods of diagnostics.
46. To acquire competences to obtain special clearances and certificates.
47. To perform critical assessment of the obtained information when carrying out the professional activity.
48. To use different learning strategies.
49. To get acquainted with the latest information technologies.
50. To get acquainted with the latest computerised diagnostic software.
51. To get acquainted with the latest training programmes offered by the automotive manufacturers.
52. To use the computer and smart devices to perform the work duties.
53. To independently find the necessary information in the internet resources, data storage devices.
54. To carry out the work tasks assigned by the manager.
55. To actively participate in the generation of new ideas by taking initiative.
56. To independently take decisions on problem solutions in specific work situations.
57. To participate in the company’s cultural environment.
PROFESSIONAL competences
1. Ability to use personal and collective protective equipment in a responsible manner depending on the working conditions.
2. Ability to verify the compliance of the tools and equipment with the work task and labour protection requirements.
3. Ability to prepare the work task and specify it in the course of repair according to the specific features of the work to be performed.
4. Ability to use the technical documentation of the service provider and manufacturer when checking the heavy vehicle’s history and manufacturer’s information on withdrawals and problem solutions
5. Ability to make up a set of the necessary spare parts and order them.
6. Ability to make up the heavy vehicle’s equipment according to the customer’s needs by following the requirements of laws and regulations concerning modification of heavy vehicles and installation of additional equipment.
7. Ability to create a repair report recording the works performed, spare parts and materials.
8. Ability to prepare the transfer-and-acceptance report and recommendations for the customer.
9. Ability to visually inspect the heavy vehicle by assessing the technical condition of equipment and leakages of operating fluids.
10. Ability to assess the risks associated with the safety of exploitation and repair
11. Ability to determine whether the heavy vehicle is suitable for road traffic
12. Ability to inspect the operating fluids assessing their level and quality.
13. Ability to perform the test drive and functional testing and analyse the observations.
14. Ability to read the system errors and technical parameters by describing the operation of the system using both external and self-diagnostics options.
15. Ability to select and prepare tools and equipment for work
16. Ability to prepare the heavy vehicle for the diagnostics by ensuring the appropriate operating parameters and connecting testing equipment.
17. Ability to perform the diagnostics of electrical equipment by checking the operation of systems and equipment and using the diagnostics equipment and electrical measuring instruments
18. Ability to perform the diagnostics of electrical control systems by using the diagnostics equipment and electrical measuring instruments.
19. Ability to perform the diagnostics of the engine by checking the operation of systems and mechanisms and using the diagnostics equipment and measuring instruments.
20. Ability to perform the diagnostics of the transmission by checking the operation of systems and mechanisms and using the diagnostics equipment and measuring instruments.
21. Ability to perform the diagnostics of the micro-climate maintenance system by checking the operation of system parameters and components and using the diagnostics equipment and measuring instruments.
22. Ability to perform the diagnostics of hydraulic and pneumatic systems by checking the operation of systems and mechanisms and using the diagnostics equipment and measuring instruments.
23. Ability to perform the diagnostics of the heavy vehicle’s control units by checking the operation of systems and mechanisms and using the diagnostics equipment and measuring instruments.
24. Ability to perform the diagnostics of specialised machinery by checking the operation of machines and aggregates and using the diagnostics equipment and measuring instruments.
25. Ability to repair the internal combustion engine by replacing parts, restoring mating connections and performing adjustment works.
26. Ability to repair the transmission and heavy vehicle’s suspension system by replacing parts, restoring mating connections and performing adjustment works.
27. Ability to repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems by replacing parts, nodes and aggregates and performing adjustment works.
28. Ability to repair electrical equipment and electronic control system by replacing parts and aggregates.
29. Ability to repair specialised machinery according to the technology specified by the manufacturer.
30. Ability to to perform the technical maintenance of the heavy vehicle in accordance with the manufacturer’s technical documentation.
GENERAL competencies
1. Ability to communicate with customers according to the principles of positive communication.
2. Ability to provide first aid and act in emergency situations.
3. Ability to carry out the work tasks by complying with the labour protection, electrical safety, fire safety, and environmental protection requirements.
4. Ability to responsibly establish and comply with employment relationship.
5. Ability to use harmless and safe work practices during the work process.
6. Ability to communicate in the official language both orally and in writing, use the professional terminology to carry out the work tasks.
7. Ability to communicate in two foreign languages both orally and in writing, use the professional terminology to carry out the work tasks.
8. Ability to efficiently work in a team in accordance with professional and general ethical principles
9. Ability to use mathematical thinking when planning repairs
10. Ability to assess own personal skills, define education improvement needs, and plan professional development.
11. Ability to use information and communication technologies to perform the work task.
12. Ability to take an active role in the development of the company by proposing new reasonable ideas for the fulfilment of work tasks.
PROFESSIONAL knowledge:
At the concept level:
1. Essence of civil society.
2. Types of verbal and non-verbal interaction.
At the comprehension level:
1. Introductory instruction.
2. Safety data sheets of chemical substances.
3. Environmental protection requirements.
4. Sorting of waste.
5. Employment legal relationship.
6. Risk factors of the surrounding work environment.
7. Grammar and language functions.
8. Principles of promoting cooperation.
9. Positive interaction techniques.
10. Latest maintenance and repair technologies.
11. Opportunities offered by the internet and potential risks.
12. Regulatory technical documentation.
13. Use of the internet.
14. Finding out the up-to-date information.
15. Information systems security.
16. Training programs of the manufacturer.
17. Operating principles of computer and office equipment.
18. Application software in with the work task.
19. Work with office equipment.
20. Organisation of the work of the company.
At the application level:
1. Action in emergency.
2. Provision of first aid.
3. Instruction of labour protection at the workplace.
4. Labour protection safety signs and signals.
5. Electrical safety regulations.
6. Fire safety regulations.
7. Action in the event of fire.
8. Requirements for management of hazardous waste.
9. Basic principles of ergonomics.
10. Workplace organisation.
11. Vocabulary.
12. Professional terminology.
13. Time planning techniques.
14. Units of measurement.
15. Calculation of area and volume.
16. Mathematical calculations.
17. Calculation of physical parameters.
18. Generation of ideas.
GENERAL knowledge:
At the comprehension level:
1. Basic principles of ergonomics.
2. Rules for the storage of equipment.
3. Equipment maintenance technology.
4. Basic principles of the structure of technical databases.
5. Basic principles of the structure of electrical equipment.
6. Types and application of the bulbs of lighting devices.
7. Classification of tyres.
8. Constructions, classification, and sizes of pipelines of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
9. Impact of damaged wires and connections on the operation of electrical equipment.
10. Body and frame repair technology.
11. Basic principles of body and frame constructions.
12. Construction of operating equipment.
13. Basics of the structure of specialised machinery.
14. Operating principles of specialised machinery.
15. Standardisation of repair works.
16. Basics of technical drawing.
17. Nominal, limiting, repair, and actual sizes of parts.
18. Basic principles of tolerances and fits.
19. Types of thread connections.
20. Classification of screws.
21. Steel welding technology.
At the application level:
1. Marking of personal protective equipment.
2. Selection of personal protective equipment in accordance with the marking and its use.
3. Use of collective protective equipment.
4. Protective equipment of manual electrical instruments.
5. Rules for use of the instruments of a fitter.
6. Rules for use of special instruments and service equipment.
7. Heavy ehicle repair technologies.
8. Repair technology in mobile repair shops.
9. Types and application of instruments.
10. Types and application of repair and maintenance equipment.
11. Types and application of repair and maintenance auxiliary devices.
12. Chemical cleaning agents.
13. Impact of contamination on the quality of repair.
14. Collection and storage of the used operating materials.
15. Protection of the heavy vehicle and its nodes during the repair process.
16. Rules for the operation of equipment.
17. Methods for visual assessment of the quality of technical fluids.
18. Technology for the replacement of operating fluids.
19. Technology for the replacement of lubricants.
20. Technology for the maintenance of the steering gear.
21. Technology for the maintenance of the braking system.
22. Technology for the maintenance of the suspension.
23. Technology for the maintenance of motor unit drive elements.
24. Technology for the maintenance of cooling and lubrication systems.
25. Technology for the maintenance of exhaust systems.
26. Technology for the maintenance of fuel supply systems.
27. Technology for the regulation of gas distribution mechanisms.
28. Technology for the maintenance of clutches of the heavy vehicle.
29. Technology for the maintenance of gearboxes and reduction gears of the heavy vehicle.
30. Technology for the maintenance of cardan-shaft drives of the heavy vehicle.
31. Technology for the maintenance of pneumatic systems of the heavy vehicle.
32. Technology for the maintenance of hydraulic systems of the heavy vehicle.
33. Technology for the maintenance of secondary batteries of the heavy vehicle.
34. Technology for the maintenance of lighting devices of the heavy vehicle.
35. Regulation of the beam of lamps.
36. Technology for the maintenance of operating equipment of the heavy vehicle.
37. Rules for operation of operating equipment of the heavy vehicle.
38. Replacement of the working parts of specialised machinery.
39. Maintenance of articulated couplings of specialised machinery.
40. Maintenance of drive belt transmissions of specialised machinery.
41. Maintenance of chain transmissions of specialised machinery.
42. Regulation of mechanisms of specialised machinery.
43. Cleaning work technologies.
44. Technologies for abrasive treatment of surfaces.
45. Surface corrosion protection technologies.
46. Technology for the protection (masking) of heavy vehicles and their units.
47. Designations of tyres.
48. Tyre assembly technology.
49. Tyre repair technologies.
50. Rules for operation of tyres.
51. Structure, operating principle, and repair technologies of control equipment.
52. Structure, operating principle, and repair technologies of the suspension.
53. Regulation of the geometry of the wheels of heavy vehicles.
54. Structure, operating principles, and repair technologies of the crawler running device.
55. Technology for the replacement and regulation of the clutch.
56. Technology for the replacement of gearboxes and reduction gears.
57. Technology for the repair of cardan-shaft drives.
58. Methods of repairing pipelines of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
59. Constructions and repair methods of hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders.
60. Technologies for the replacement of hydraulic and pneumatic units.
61. Basic principles of the structure and operation of electrical equipment.
62. Methods of replacing body equipment.
63. Technology for the replacement of body glazing.
64. Technologies for the repair of operating equipment.
65. Methods of regulating specialised machinery mechanisms.
66. Principles of drawing up repair documentation.
67. Principles of accounting working hours.
68. Taking of measurements, using the slider calliper.
69. Basic principles of developing assembly schemes.
70. Shapes of surfaces of parts and their measuring methods.
71. Methods of repairing alignments of parts.
72. Technologies for the repair of thread connections.
73. Types of rivets and their application.
74. Riveting technologies.
75. Types of adhesives and their application.
76. Preparation of surfaces for adhesion.
77. Adhesion technologies.
78. Types of soldering materials and their application.
79. Preparation of surfaces for soldering.
80. Soldering technologies.
81. Preparation of parts for welding.
82. Post-treatment of welded connections.
PROFESSIONAL skills:
1. To use personal protective equipment.
2. To use collective protective equipment.
3. To inspect the protective devices of the working area and their with safety requirements.
4. To inspect manual instruments.
5. To inspect the service equipment.
6. To choose a workplace appropriate for the repair technology.
7. To follow the basic principles of ergonomics in setting up the workplace.
8. To prepare the workplace in accordance with the repair technology.
9. To choose work tools, instruments, facilities, and auxiliary devices appropriate for the repair technology.
10. To assess the of equipment with laws and regulations and the technical documentation.
11. To prepare facilities and auxiliary devices for work.
12. To bring equipment in order after finishing the work.
13. To clean up the workplace after finishing the work.
14. To collect the used operating materials.
15. To prepare the heavy vehicle to proceed with the repair after having stopped work.
16. To assess the technical condition of equipment.
17. To perform the technical maintenance of equipment.
18. To use technical databases and the technical documentation of the manufacturer.
19. To take samples of technical fluids.
20. To replace operating fluids and filter elements.
21. To add lubricants to articulated connections and the centralised lubrication supply system.
22. To flush systems and filter elements.
23. To perform the maintenance of the steering gear.
24. To perform the maintenance of the braking system.
25. To perform the maintenance of the suspension.
26. To maintain motor unit drive elements.
27. To maintain cooling and lubrication systems.
28. To maintain the exhaust system.
29. To maintain the fuel supply system.
30. To regulate the gas distribution mechanism.
31. To maintain the clutch of the heavy vehicle.
32. To maintain the gearbox and reduction gears of the heavy vehicle.
33. To maintain the cardan-shaft drives of the heavy vehicle.
34. To maintain the pneumatic system of the heavy vehicle.
35. To maintain the hydraulic system of the heavy vehicle.
36. To maintain the battery of the heavy vehicle.
37. To check the electrical fuses of the heavy vehicle.
38. To maintain the lighting devices of the heavy vehicle.
39. To check the technical condition of operating equipment.
40. To check the mounting fixation elements.
41. To maintain the articulated connections of operating equipment.
42. To replace the working parts of specialised machinery.
43. To maintain articulated connections of specialised machinery.
44. To maintain drive belt transmissions of specialised machinery.
45. To maintain chain transmissions of specialised machinery.
46. To regulate mechanisms of specialised machinery.
47. To wash the heavy vehicle and its units before and after repair.
48. To clean units and parts, using abrasive methods.
49. To perform priming and anti-corrosion treatment of surfaces.
50. To protect the heavy vehicle and its units from contamination during cleaning and repair works.
51. To assemble and disassemble tyres.
52. To assess the technical condition of a tyre.
53. To repair tyres.
54. To fill tyres with fluid.
55. To replace the units, nodes, and parts of the steering gear.
56. To replace the units, nodes, and parts of the braking system.
57. To replace the nodes and parts of the suspension.
58. To replace the clutch of the heavy vehicle.
59. To replace the gearbox and reduction gears of the heavy vehicle.
60. To repair the cardan-shaft drives of the heavy vehicle.
61. To repair pipelines of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
62. To repair hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders.
63. To replace the units of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
64. To replace units and parts of electrical equipment.
65. To restore electrical equipment installation and connections.
66. To replace the external parts of the body.
67. To replace body glazing, decoration, and interior parts.
68. To replace the damaged parts for the frame.
69. To replace the nodes of the operating equipment.
70. To restore the articulated connections of operating equipment.
71. To replace and regulate the working parts of specialised machinery.
72. To replace the units and nodes of specialised machinery.
73. To regulate drive mechanisms of specialised machinery.
74. To restore alignments of specialised machinery, replacing the damaged parts.
75. To list the works performed and time consumed.
76. To record spare parts and the used materials.
77. To measure the parts of heavy vehicles.
78. To draw sketches of simple parts.
79. To read assembly schemes.
80. To restore alignment, using parts of repair size.
81. To restore alignment, applying an additional part.
82. To restore alignments by regulation.
83. To restore alignments, restoring the nominal size,
84. To determine the type and size of a thread.
85. To screw in a thread.
86. To remove a broken screw.
87. To restore a broken thread connection.
88. To choose rivets appropriate for the assigned task.
89. To take apart a riveted connection.
90. To create a riveted connection.
91. To choose adhesion technology appropriate for the assigned task.
92. To create an adhesion connection.
93. To choose soldering technology appropriate for the assigned task.
94. To create a soldered connection.
95. To prepare parts for the welding of heavy vehicles.
96. To prepare the welding machine for work.
97. To create simple welded connections to ensure the repair process.
GENERAL skills:
1. To act in emergency.
2. To provide first aid in accidents.
3. To recognise labour protection safety signs and signals.
4. To accurately obey labour protection safety signs and signals.
5. To comply with introductory instruction requirements and internal procedure regulations.
6. To comply with the requirements of the instruction of labour protection at the workplace.
7. To install warning signs upon commencing work.
8. To comply with electrical safety regulations.
9. To comply with fire safety regulations.
10. To visually assess the of equipment with electrical safety regulations.
11. To comply with environmental protection requirements while carrying out work duties.
12. To sort waste generated during the work process.
13. To responsibly evaluate the requirements for employment legal relationship in conjunction with laws and regulations.
14. To comply with the requirements for employment legal relationship.
15. To carry out the civic duties.
16. To use harmless and safe work practices.
17. To follow the basic principles of ergonomics.
18. To clearly formulate own thoughts in the official language both orally and in writing.
19. To use professional terminology both orally and in writing.
20. To communicate in foreign language both orally and in writing.
21. To use professional terminology in foreign language both orally and in writing.
22. To cooperate in a team while carrying out professional work duties.
23. To define priorities while planning own professional activity.
24. To solve conflict situations, providing arguments to support own opinion.
25. To calculate dimension chains.
26. To recalculate a quantity in different systems of units.
27. To increase the level of professional qualification in maintenance and repair technologies.
28. To learn to use the latest constructions of heavy vehicles.
29. To plan professional development.
30. To learn to use the latest information technologies.
31. To learn to use the training programmes of the manufacturer of heavy vehicles.
32. To use computer and office equipment to carry out work duties.
33. To complete the assigned tasks accurately.
34. To become actively involved in the generation of new ideas, taking the initiative.
35. To take decisions on the solutions to problems in accordance with own competence.
36. To become engaged in the cultural environment of the company.
PROFESSIONAL competences:
1. Ability to use personal and collective protective equipment responsibly, in accordance with the working conditions.
2. Ability to assess the of instruments and equipment with the work task and labour protection requirements.
3. Ability to prepare the workplace and the necessary instruments, facilities, and auxiliary devices in accordance with the works to be performed.
4. Ability to bring the workplace in order after finishing or stopping work.
5. Ability to maintain instruments and auxiliary devices.
6. Ability to replace oils, lubricants, and technical fluids in accordance with the work task and the technical documentation of the manufacturer.
7. Ability to maintain the operating equipment and suspension of the heavy vehicle in accordance with the work task and the technical documentation of the manufacturer.
8. Ability to maintain the motor of the heavy vehicle in accordance with the work task and the technical documentation of the manufacturer.
9. Ability to maintain the transmission of the heavy vehicle in accordance with the work task and the technical documentation of the manufacturer.
10. Ability to maintain pneumatic and hydraulic systems in accordance with the work task and the technical documentation of the manufacturer.
11. Ability to maintain electrical equipment and lighting devices in accordance with the work task and the technical documentation of the manufacturer.
12. Ability to maintain the operating equipment of the heavy vehicle in accordance with the work task and the technical documentation of the manufacturer.
13. Ability to maintain specialised machinery in accordance with the work task and the technical documentation of the manufacturer.
14. Ability to prepare the heavy vehicle and its units for repair in accordance with the work task and the technical documentation of the manufacturer.
15. Ability to repair the set of tyres in accordance with the work task and the technical documentation of the manufacturer.
16. Ability to repair operating equipment and the suspension, replacing units, nodes, and external parts in accordance with the work task and the technical documentation of the manufacturer.
17. Ability to repair the transmission, replacing units, nodes, and external parts in accordance with the work task and the technical documentation of the manufacturer.
18. Ability to repair hydraulic and pneumatic systems, replacing units, nodes, and external parts in accordance with the work task and the technical documentation of the manufacturer.
19. Ability to repair electrical equipment, replacing units and external parts in accordance with the work task and the technical documentation of the manufacturer.
20. Ability to perform the repair of the body and frame of the heavy vehicle, replacing the external parts in accordance with the work task and the technical documentation of the manufacturer.
21. Ability to repair the operating equipment of the heavy vehicle, replacing units and parts in accordance with the work task and the technical documentation of the manufacturer.
22. Ability to repair specialised machinery, replacing parts and units in accordance with the work task and the technical documentation of the manufacturer.
23. Ability to draw up a report on the works performed and materials used.
24. Ability to work with technical drawings: read assembly schemes, take the measurements of parts, and draw sketches of simple parts.
25. Ability to restore simple alignments of parts, applying appropriate technology.
26. Ability to restore thread connections, applying appropriate technology.
27. Ability to restore riveted connections, applying appropriate technology.
28. Ability to restore adhesion connections, applying appropriate technology.
29. Ability to restore soldered connections, applying appropriate technology.
30. Ability to create simple welded connections to ensure the repair process.
GENERAL competences:
1. Ability to act in emergency and provide first aid.
2. Ability to complete work tasks in compliance with the labour protection, electrical and fire safety, and environmental protection requirements.
3. Ability to establish employment legal relationship in compliance with laws and regulations.
4. Ability to apply harmless and safe work practices during the work process.
5. Ability to communicate in the official language both orally and in writing and use professional terminology to complete work tasks.
6. Ability to communicate in foreign language both orally and in writing and use professional terminology to complete work tasks.
7. Ability to cooperate in a team effectively, while carrying out professional work duties.
8. Ability to apply the basic principles of mathematics and physics in the professional activity.
9. Ability to evaluate own personal skills, identify own education development needs, and plan professional development.
10. Ability to use information and communication technologies to complete a work task.
11. Ability to actively engage in the development of the operation of the company, offering new and rational ideas for the completion of a work task.
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Engineering and engineering trades (071)
Detailed field: (ISCED 2013)Motor vehicles, ships and aircraft (0716)
EducationSecondary education
Qualification typeVocational (continuing education)
Full or partialFull qualification
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Last changes: 04.11.2024
Posted: 04.11.2024