Master Study Programme in Engineering

Master Study Programme in Engineering (Credits: 120 ECTS or 80 CP)

offered by Faculty of Engineering Subprogram: Automotive and Transport Engineering

Code Course name Credit points,

KP

Credit points, ECTS

Semester

Compulsory courses A (36 ECTS) 1 Filz5003 Philosophy of Science 2 3 E 1. 2 Valo6003 English for Master Students 2 3 E 1. 3 MašZ5027 Modeling of Systems' Dynamic 4 6 E 2. 4 LauZ5110 Engineering Research 4 6 E 3. 5 MašZ5025 Computer-aided Measuring Systems 4 6 E 3. 6 TraZ5007 Fundamentals of Logistics 2 3 Ia 1. 7 MašZ5026 Study of Patenting 2 3 Ia 1. 8 DatZ5003 Computer Aided Design 4 6 Ia 2.

Total 24 36 Compulsory and elective courses B (34.5 ECTS)

Specific theoretical courses (compulsory) 8 12 1 TraZ5012 Transport Managenent and Logistics 4 6 E 1. 2 LauZ5066 Technical Service of Automobiles 2 3 Ia 2. 3 TraZ5008 Traffic Control and Modelling 2 3 Ia 3.

Restricted elective courses 15 22,5 1 TraZ6001 Analysis of Constructions of Automobiles 2 3 Ia 1. 2 TraZ5017 Theory of Automobiles 2 3 Ia 3. 3 TraZ6006 Electrical System of Vehicles 2 3 Ia 2. 4 TraZ5013 Repair of Automobiles 1 1.5 Ia 3. 5 TraZ6005 Tribology 2 3 Ia 2. 6 TraZ5009 Specialised Automobiles 1 1.5 Ia 1. 7 TraZ5004 Technical Diagnostics of Automobiles 1 1.5 Ia 1. 8 LauZ5060 Warehouse Management 2 3 Ia 2. 9 TraZ5003 Automarket 2 3 Ia 2.

10 Ener5007 Alternative Fuels and Oils 2 3 Ia 2. 11 MašZ5010 Engineering Technology 2 3 Ia 1. 12 TraZ5019 Project Engineering 3 4.5 Ia 1. 13 TraZ5018 Transport Engineering Service 2 3 Ia 2. 14 InfT6026 Intelligent Technologies and Systems 2 3 Ia 2. 15 MašZ5004 Ergonomics and Industrial Design 2 3 Ia 1. 16 MašZ5013 Quality Assurance Systems 2 3 Ia 3. 17 TraZ5001 Autotransport and Environment 2 3 Ia 3.

Elective courses C (3 ECTS) To select from LAIS system 2 3 I 2.

Practice (9 ECTS) 1 LauZP041 Research in Agricultural Engineering 6 9 I 3.

Final Examinations (37.5 ECTS) 1 LauZ6043 Master Thesis 25 37,5 I 1.; 2.; 3.; 4.

80 120 Explanatory notes I - test; Ia – test with grade; E - examination

Course title Philosophy of science

Course code FILO 5003 Credit points 2 ECTS creditpoints 3 Total Contact Hours 32 Number of lectures 20 Number of hours for seminars and practical assignments 12 Number of hours for laboratory assignments -

Course developers Gunārs Brāzma, Leonards Leikums, Kārlis Lūsis

Course abstract Master students acquire understanding of the relation between philosophy and science, knowledge on scientific epistemology and methodology. The course pays attention to the history of science and to the place of science and technology in human culture. Students develop skills in analysing the contemporary problems concerning the development of science. In addition to lectures the course includes discussions in seminars and presentations of students’ papers.

Learning Outcomes Knowledge: on epistemology, methodology and history of science.

Skills: to formulate problems concerning the development of science and technology, to analyse them, to compare views.

Competences: to evaluate knowledge on philosophy and history of science, to evaluate skills in analysing problems concerning the development of science and technology, to integrate knowledge and skills in further professional career.

Compulsory reading 1. Rosenberg A. Philosophy of science: a contemporary introduction. Routledge, 2000. 2. The Blackwell Guide to the Philosophy of Science. Ed. by Machamer P. and Siberstein M.

Blackwell Publishing, 2007. 3. The Routledge Companion to Philosophy of Science. Ed. by Psillos St. and Curd. M.

Routledge, 2008. 4. Dusek V. Philosophy of Technology: an introduction. Wiley-Blackwell, 2006.

Further reading 1. Praktiskā filosofija. Jelgava, LLU, 2008. 2. Zinātnes filozofija. LLU, 2011. 3. Lindberg D. The Beginnings of Western Science. The University of Chicago Press, 2007. 4. Žurnāls Terra. 5. Žurnāls Zvaigžņotā debess. 6. Žurnāls Scientific American.

Course title English for Master Students

Course code Valo6003 Credit points 2 ECTS creditpoints 3 Total Contact Hours Number of lectures Number of hours for seminars and practical assignments 32 Course developers Aija Pētersone

Course abstract The Study Process of English for Master Students develops students’ competence working with authentic research texts for specific purposes, ensuring further development of foreign language skills and abilities on the basis on knowledge obtained, improving also the skills of independent work that ensures the development of positive thinking, attitude and motivation to the chosen research field and research work (working out Master’s thesis). Learning Outcomes: After completing the course students will have (knowledge, skills, competences) Knowledge. Terminology of ecology, environmentally friendly agriculture technologies, alternative energy, alternative fuels; the knowledge of the structure of a scientific article in a foreign language, scientific language style, the knowledge of academic plagiarism. Skills. – Students are able to apply both the provided knowledge and independently acquired knowledge in their professional activities and academic studies, applying communicative skills, which help Master students to conduct and actively participate in discussions, to express their standpoint, to oppose properly, to formulate questions clearly and logically, to make presentations, to write abstracts, scientific articles, annotations, reports; students are able to find necessary information in a foreign language on-line and in other sources, to compile information from several sources, to structure, to classify, to appraise the information; students are also able to continue independently the improvement of the skills acquired in the study process in their further professional activities and lifelong education. Competences. The communicative, information and self-guidance competence have been improved.

Compulsory reading 1. Rosen L.J. The Academic Writer's Handbook. UK, 2009, 578 pp. 2. Hunter J.I. Academic Writing in a Foreign Language. USA, 2007, 388 pp. 3. Uwe Flick. An Introduction to Qualitative Research. USA, 2009, 504 pp. 4. Matthew D., Sutton C.D. Social Research. The Basics. London, 2004, 385 pp.

Further reading 1. EC (2001) Green Paper- Towards a European Strategy for the security of energy supply. Office

for Official Publications of the European Communities- Luxembourg, 2001. 2. Kultar Singh. Quantitative Social Research Methods. USA, 2007, 431 pp. 3. Haygarth P.M., Jarvis S.C. Agriculture, Hydrology and Water Quality. UK, 2002, 502 pp.

Course title Modeling of Systems' Dynamic

Course code MašZ5027 Credit points 4 ECTS creditpoints 6 Total Contact Hours 64 Number of lectures 32 Number of hours for seminars and practical assignments 16 Number of hours for laboratory assignments 16

Course developers Aivars Kaķītis, Imants Nulle

Course abstract The objective of Course is to give students knowledge in Modeling of Systems' Dynamic. Students obtain principles of solving of diferential equations for mechanical, electromechanical and hydrodinamic systems. Students obtain skills in systems' modelling using Matlab-Simulink tools and usage of sofware Cosmos Works and Cosmos Motion. Learning Outcomes:

After completing the course student will have (knowledge, skills, competences): Knowledge. Students get deep theoretical and practical knowledge to make models of technical systems, writing differential equations of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems. They obtain knowledge to use software Matlab-Simulink, CosmosWork and Cosmos Motion for system modelling and engineering calculations. The knowledge gained as a basis for further research and development of creative thinking. Skills. Master students are able to creatively apply this knowledge to generate models of technical systems. Skills to build different types of models and change its parameters in software Matlab-Simulink, CosmosWork and Cosmos Motion are achieved. Master students are able to perform evaluation of simulation results and analyse obtained data. Competences. Students are able to apply professional knowledge and skills of Modeling of Systems' Dynamic in practical work and studies to critically analyse complicated engineering and technical systems, determinate its limits, create and evaluate models of systems. Participants of studying course are competent to argue accepted decisions and analyse different ways to solve the system.

Compulsory reading 1. Sham Tickoo, D. Saravanan. SolidWorks 2008 for designers. Schererville: ADCIM

Technologies, 2008 – 880 p. 2. Introducing COSMOSWorks. Dassault Systemes. California: Structural Research and Analysis

Corporation, 2004 – 166 p. 3. Steven T. Karris. Introduction to Simulink with Engineering Applications. United States of

America: Orchard Publications, 2008 – 716 p.

Further reading 1. Sham Tickoo. SolidWorks 2006 for Designers. CADCIM Technologies, USA. 2005. -560 p. 2. David C. Planchard Marie P. Planchard. Engineering Design with SolidWorks 2006 and

MultiMedia CD. Schroff Development Corp, 2005. – 620 p. 3. David M. Auslander. Mechatronics: A Design and Implementation. Methodology for Real

Time Control Software. University of California, 1997.-223 p. 4. Henry J. Ricardo. A Modern Introduction to Differential Equations. Second Edition. Elsevier

Academic Press, 2009. – 518 p.

Course title Engineering Research Course code LauZ5110 Credit points 4 ECTS creditpoints 6 Total Contact Hours 64 Number of lectures 32 Number of hours for seminars and practical assignments 32 Number of hours for laboratory assignments - Course developers Maris Kirsis

Course abstract Students get acquainted with the basics of engineering research. They gain knowledge about the methods of research. Students acquire the planning and realisation of experiments, as well as evaluation and interpretation of the obtained results. Learning Outcomes:

After completing the course student will have (knowledge, skills, competences): knowledge in the basics of engineering research; skills to choose the methods of research; competences in the planning and realisation of experiments, as well as evaluation and interpretation of

the obtained results.

Compulsory reading 1. The essence of research methodology: a guide for master and PhD students in management

science. – Springer, 2007. – 478 p. 2. C.R.Kothari. Research methodology: methods and techniques. – 2008 - 418 p. 3. W.Goddard, S.Melville. Research Methodology. – 2004. – 160 p. 4. J.Bell. Doing your research Project. – Open University press, 2005. – 267 p.

Further reading 1. J.Holman. Experimental methods for engineers. – 1997. – 603 pp.

Course title Computer-aided Measuring Systems

Course code MašZ5025 Credit points 4 ECTS credit points 6 Total Contact Hours 64 Number of lectures 32 Number of hours for seminars and practical assignments 16 Number of hours for laboratory assignments 16

Course developers Aivars Kaķītis

Course abstract The objective of Course is to give students knowledge in experimental methods, measuring technique, data acquisition and computer based measuring systems. Students obtain theoretical principles of Performance characteristics of instruments, sensors, signal conditioning, virtual measurements and data evaluation software and programming tools. Learning Outcomes:

After completing the course student will have (knowledge, skills, competences): Knowledge. Students acquire deep theoretical and practical knowledge on measuring non-electrical quantities with electrical measurement techniques and principles of virtual instruments. Students acquire knowledge how to use data loggers and LabView software for data acquisition, data processing and regression analysis of data. The knowledge gained as a basis for further research and development of creative thinking.

Skills. The ability to creatively use their knowledge in experiments planning and selecting and designing appropriate measuring systems. Students are able to perform experimental data evaluation, error measurement and the defining of regression equations. Competences. Students are capable of independent critical analysis of use of various sensors for measuring of a dynamic process, and evaluation of a measuring system with virtual instruments in the different experiments. Master students are able to base their decisions, and integrate knowledge acquired of other areas and study courses to plan necessary experiments and data treatment of their research work.

Compulsory reading 1. Alan S Morris, Measurement and Instrumentation Principles, Butterworth-Heinemann, 2001.,

475 p. 2. Holman J. P., Experimental methods for engineers, sixth edition, 1996., McGraw-Hill, USA,

616 p. 3. SPSS Regression Models™ 13.0. SPSS Inc., USA, 2004, 70 p. 4. Semyon G. Rabinovich. Measurement Errors and Uncertainties. Theory and Practice. Third

Edition. Springer, 2005, - 313 p. Further reading

1. Seippel, Robert G., Transducers, sensors&detectors. A Prentice-Hall Company, Reston, Virginia, 1983., 299 p.

1. Doebelin E. O., Measurement systems, application and design, fourth edition, 1990., McGraw-Hill international editions, USA, 960 p.

Course title Fundamentals of Logistics Course code TraZ5007 Credit points 2 ECTS creditpoints 3 Total Contact Hours 32 Number of lectures 16 Number of hours for seminars and practical assignments 16 Number of hours for laboratory assignments Course developers Gints Birzietis

Course abstract In this study subject students learn basics of logistics, acquire knowledge about essence of logistics and their concepts. Additionally there are analyzed core components of logistics, as well as management. The course also deals with number of important logistics elements – transportation, order processing, inventory management, warehouse facilities, packaging and material handling..

Learning Outcomes: After completing the course student will have (knowledge, skills, competences):

Knowledge. Students will have wider knowledge about the essence of logistics, their components, and principles of operations and interaction of different activities within the supply chain. Students also will have knowledge about the newest concepts of logistics. Skills. Students will be able to solve the typical logistic related problem situation and apply the acquired knowledge in research and development of innovative solutions. Competences. Students will be able to manage and transform complex and unpredictable situations in logistic chain as well as will use acquired knowledge for reviewing the strategic performance of companies working within the supply chain. Compulsory reading 1. Handbook of Logistics and Supply-Chain Management. Volume 2. Ed. by A.M.Brewer, K.J.Button, D.A.Hensher. Amsterdam, Pergamon 2001. 545p. 2. Ballou Ronald H. Business logistics management. Planning, organizing and controlling the supply chain. 1999. 681p. Further reading

Further reading 1. City Logistics. Network modelling and intelligent transport systems. Ed. by E.Taniguchi, R.G.Thompson, Tadashi Yamada, J.H.R.van Duin. Amsterdam, Pergamon 2001. 252p. 2. Information Systems in Logistics and Transportation. Ed. by B.Tilanus. Oxford, Pergamon 1997. 339p. 3. Ihde Goesta B Transport, Verkehr, Logistik. Muenchen Vahlen. 1991. 275s. 4. www.logisticsworld.com

Course title Study of Patenting Course code MašZ5026 Credit points 2 ECTS creditpoints 3 Total Contact Hours 32 Number of lectures 16 Number of hours for seminars and practical assignments 16 Course title Study of Patenting Course developers Ēriks Kronbergs

Course abstract Course contain the main Intellectual property law concepts, Latvian laws and international treaties protecting the copyright. Patent role in the design. Inventions and Patents. Patent search in the Internet and libraries. Patent filing and priorities right. Prototype and similar patent finding. Writting the descriptions and claims, their legal significance. Trade marks and registered designs. Intellectual Property Protection on the Internet. Learning Outcomes:

After completing the course student will have : Knowledge: Study of Patenting course provides knowledge of Intelectual Property Rights and it protection. Skills: Patent searching and filing skills are very important for machine design, manufacturing and service. Internet access to patent funds is useful for further creative work. Competences : Acquiring the Author's right and registered Intelectual Property Rights students obtain competence for it ussage in economics.

Compulsory reading 1. Andy Gibbs, Bob DeMatteis. Essentials of Patents. John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 2003. 270 p. 2. Curtis Cook. Patents, profits and power: how intelectual propertu rules the global economy. Great

Britain: Biddles Ltd, Guildford and King’s Lynn, 2002. 202 p. 3. Jae Hun Park. Patents and Industry Standards. Edward Elgar Publishing Limited. 2010. 238 p. 4. Timothy Lee Wherry. Intellectual property : everything the digital-age librarian needs to know. American Library Association. 2008. 141 p. 5. Graham Dutfield and Uma Suthersanen. Global Intellectual Property Law. Edward Elgar Publishing

Limited. 2008. 370 p.

Further reading 1. Bob DeMatteis. Student Inventor’s Journal. IPT Co, USA. 2008. 37 p. 2. Machines & Inventions. Factoscope. Saddleback Educational Publishing. 2008. 64 p.

Course title Computer Aided Design Course code DatZ5003 Credit points 4 ECTS creditpoints 6 Total Contact Hours 64 Number of lectures 16 Number of hours for seminars and practical assignments 48 Number of hours for laboratory assignments - Course developers Ilmārs Dukulis

Course abstract The purpose of the course is to obtain extended understanding on the concept of computer aided design and spheres of usage in solving of engineering problems, as well as basic principles of computer aided system selection. Practically master course students acquire the possibilities of drawing of different shapes and components using AutoCAD, AutoDesk Inventor or equivalent packages.

Learning Outcomes: After completing the course student will have:

Knowledge. Knowledge about the systemic approach to the engineering problem solving, the concept of computer aided design and spheres of different CAD system usage, the basic principles of computer aided system selection and evaluating methods. Skills. Skills in the use of various software applications related to the computer aided design sphere, to choose an appropriate of them basing on the problem nature, to create technical documentation, for example, drawings and specifications, and to present them. Competences. Competence, working in group or independently, to use the information technology facilities for the solving of engineering problems and to manage them, as well as to convince others and argue own viewpoint.

Compulsory reading 1. Omura G. Mastering AutoCAD 2010 and AutoCAD LT 2010. – Wiley, 2009. – 1224 p. 2. Hamad M. M. AutoCAD® 2010 Essentials. – Jones and Bartlett Publishers, 2010. – 384 p. 3. Learning AutoCAD® 2010, Volume 1. Autodesk Official Training Guide. – Autodesk, Inc., 2009. – 460 p. 4. Learning AutoCAD® 2010, Volume 2. Autodesk Official Training Guide. – Autodesk, Inc., 2009. – 370 p. 5. Finkelstein E. AutoCAD 2010 & AutoCAD LT 2010 Bible. – Wiley, 2009. – 1299 p.

Further reading 1. Dukulis I. Pamati darbā ar AutoCAD 2010: mācību līdzeklis. – Jelgava, 2010. – 136 lpp. 2. Banach D.T., Jones T., Kalameja A.J. Autodesk Inventor 2009 Essentials Plus. – Autodesk Press, 2008. – 856 p. 3. Tickoo S., Saravanan D. SolidWorks 2008 for designers. – Schererville: CADCIM Technologies, 2008 – 880 p. 4. Waguespack C. et.al. Mastering Autodesk Inventor and Autodesk Inventor LT 2009. – Sybex, 2008. – 1024 p.

Course title Transport Managenent and Logistics

Course code TraZ5012 Credit points 4 ECTS creditpoints 6 Total Contact Hours 64 Number of lectures 48 Number of hours for seminars and practical assignments 16 Number of hours for laboratory assignments

Course developers Gints Birzietis

Course abstract Students learn management and organizational issues of freight and passenger transportation both in the state level and international level, as well as in level of separate transport modes and enterprises, topics related to management and organization of transportation process in logistic systems, applying principles and elements of logistics in freight and passenger transportation. Learning Outcomes:

After completing the course student will have (knowledge, skills, competences): Knowledge. Students will have wider knowledge in management and organizational issues of freight and passenger transportation both in the state level and international level. Students also will have knowledge in management and organization of transportation process in logistic systems, applying principles and elements of logistics in freight and passenger transportation.. Skills. Students will be able to solve the typical transport related problem situation in logistic system and apply the acquired knowledge in research and development of innovative solutions within the passenger and freight transport systems. Competences. Students will be able to manage and transform complex and unpredictable situations in transportation systems as well as will use acquired knowledge for reviewing the strategic performance of transport and logistic companies working within the logistic chain.

Compulsory reading 1. Handbook of transport systems and traffic control. Edited by Kenneth J. Button, David A. Hensher. Amsterdam [etc.]: Pergamon, 2001., 602 p. [656; 02/688]) 425.-439.lpp. 2. Handbook of Logistics and Supply-Chain Management. Volume 2. Ed. by A.M.Brewer, K.J.Button, D.A.Hensher. Amsterdam, Pergamon 2001. 545p. 3. C.F.Daganzo. Fundamentals of Transportation and Traffic Operations. Oxford, Pergamon 2000. 339p. 4. Hanbook of Transportation Engineering. Editor Myer Kutz. McGraw-Hill. NewYork. 2004.

Further reading 1. Handbook of Transport Modeling. Volume 1. Ed. by D.A.Hensher, K.J.Button. Amsterdam, Pergamon 2000. 666p. 2. Vrenken H., Macharis C. Wolters P. Intermodal Transport in Europe. EIA Brussels. 2005. 267 p. 3. Praude V., Beļčikovs J. Loģistika. – R.:Vaidelote. 2003. – 541. lpp. 4. Sprancmanis N. Transporta pakalpojumu ekonomika un organizācija. – R: Rīgas Tehniskā universitāte, 2001. – 283. lpp.

Course title Technical Service of Automobiles

Course code LauZ5066 Credit points 2 ECTS credit points 3 Total Contact Hours 32 Number of lectures 16 Number of hours for seminars and practical assignments 8 Number of hours for laboratory assignments 8

Course developers Vilnis Pīrs

Course abstract In this study course Maser degree students acquire vehicle technical maintenance as a component of fleet infrastructure. They acquire analysis of vehicle maintenance and repair systems. Students acquaint oneself with methodology of determination of maintenance schedule, work load and quality. They achieve knowledge about structure, models and personnel of service enterprises as well as about analysis of organization of technological processes and performing technologies, and vehicle parts, supply management and service systems. Learning Outcomes:

After completing the course student will have (knowledge, skills, competences): Knowledge. Masters degree students get more deeply theoretical and practical knowledge and understanding of formation principles of automotive technical service, maintenance and repair system. The acquired knowledge can be served as a basis for further creative and professional development. Skills. Masters degree students can creatively avail their knowledge in development and drafting new service and repair techniques. Students can unaided use theory, methods and problem-develop skills to realize research or highly qualified professional functions. Competences. Master degree students can without assistance to analyse difficult scientific and professional problems, develop technical service repair and maintenance programs. They is able to analyze and improve technological processes in service.

Compulsory reading 1. Fisher R. etc. (2006) Modern Automotive Technology, Fundamentals, service, diagnostics. Germany: Europa – Lehrmittel. 688 p. ISBN 3-8085-2301-8. 2. Automotive Handbook. (2007) 7th ed. Robert Bosch GmbH, Bentley publishers. 1196 p. 3. Суханов Б.Н. и.др. (1991) Техническое обслуживание и ремонт автомобилей. Пособие по дипломному проектированию. Москва: Транспорт. 160 с. 4. Напольский Г.М. (1993) Технологическое проектирование автопранспортных предприятий и станций технического обслуживания. Москва: Транспорт. 272 с.

Further reading 1. Техническая эксплуатация автомобилей: Учебник для вузов; под ред. Е.С.Кузнецова.- Москва: Транспорт. 1991.- 413 с.

Course title Traffic Control and Modelling Course code TraZ5008 Credit points 2 ECTS creditpoints 3 Total Contact Hours 32 Number of lectures 24 Number of hours for seminars and practical assignments 8 Course developers Ruslans Šmigins Course abstract Study subject deals with theoretical fundamentals of road traffic, elements of transport flow theory and measures for traffic management.There are presented the idea about driver’s work psychology and the role of man factor in road traffic; deal with main technical means of road traffic management and methods of information acquiring about traffic flow. Learning Outcomes: After completing the course student will have (knowledge, skills, competences): Knowledge. Students gets theoretical knowledge of road traffic fundamentals, operations, procedures and traffic model creation using programmes VISUM and VISSIM. Skills. Students are able to apply their proficiency solving traffic flow in town and suburban areas. Their are capable to analyse and evaluate acquired information. Competences. Students are able to define and analyse complex problems of traffic control and simulation. They are capable to fortify their position and integrate their knowledge into other fields and further studies. Compulsory reading

1. Garber N. J. Traffic and highway engineering. 2010, 1229 p. 2. PTV Vision – Tutorial VISUM 10 Quickstart. PTV AG, Karlsruhe, 2007, 99 p. 3. Slinn M., Guest P., Matthews P. Traffic engineering design: principles and practice. Elsevier,

2005, 232 p. 4. Mannering F. L. Principles of highway engineering and traffic analysis. New York: John Wiley

& Sons, 2005, 372 p. 5. Handbook of transport systems and traffic control /edited by Kenneth J. Button, David A.

Hensher. Amsterdam: Pergamon, 2001, 602 p.

Further reading 1. Garber N. J. Traffic and highway engineering. 2010, 1229 p. 2. Daganzo C. F. Fundamentals of transportation and traffic operation. Emerald Inc. 2008, 366 p. 3. PTV Vision – Tutorial VISUM 10 Quickstart. PTV AG, Karlsruhe, 2007, 99 p. 4. Mannering. F. L. Principles of highway engineering and traffic analysis. New York: John Wiley

& Sons, 2005, 372 p. 5. Handbook of transport systems and traffic control / edited by Kenneth J. Button, David A.

Hensher. Amsterdam: Pergamon, 2001, 602 p.

Course title Analysis of Constructions of Automobiles

Course code TraZ6001 Credit points 2 ECTS credit points 3 Total Contact Hours 32 Number of lectures 16 Number of hours for seminars and practical assignments - Number of hours for laboratory assignments 16

Course developers Doc. Zigurds Miķelsons

Course abstract Working processes, loading regimes, and constructions of automobiles, their systems and mechanisms. Analysis methods of different constructions and working processes. Learning Outcomes:

After completing the course student will have (knowledge, skills, competences): Knowledge. Master degree student become more profound in development tendencies of constructions of automobiles, analyzes of constructions of automobiles and working principles of them. Skills. Master degree student is able to define technical parameters of ground motor vehicles, to compare them, evaluate and to carry out calculations of labor process and construction. Competences. Acquired knowledge gives possibility to unaided analyze technological problems of automobile constructions, to avail in other study courses acquired knowledge to work out methodology and data processing in analyzes of several constructions of automobiles. Compulsory reading 1. Halderman J.D. (1996) Automotive Chassis Systems: Brakes, Steering, Suspension and Alignment.

Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey: Prentice Hall. 404 p. 2. Fischer R., Gscheidle R., Heider U. ect. (2006) Modern Automobile Technology: Fundamentals,

service, diagnostics. 1st edition. Germany, Haan-Gruiten: Verlag Europa-Lehrmittel, Neurney, Vollmer GmbH & Co. 688 p.

3. Осепчеров В.В., Фрумкин А.К. (1989) Автомобиль. Анализ конструкций, элементы расчета. Москва: Машиностроение. 304 с.

4. Makartchouk A. (2002) Diesel Engine Engineering: Thermodynamics, Dynamics, Design, and Control. New York, Basel: Marcel Dekker Inc. 375 p.

Further reading 1. Zhao F., Harrington D.L., Lai M-C. D. (2002) Automotive Gasoline Direct-Injection Engine. SAE

International. 372 p. 2. Роговцев В.Л., Пузанков А.Г., Олдфильд В.Д. (1991) Устройство и эксплуатиция

автотранспотрных средств. Москва: Транспорт. 432 стр. 3. Blīvis J., Gulbis V., Kažoks J., Melgalvs J. (1988) Traktori un automobiļi. Konstrukcija un teorija.

Rīga: Zvaigzne. 246 lpp. 4. Blīvis J., Gulbis V. (1991) Traktori un automobiļi. Rīga: Zvaigzne. 520 lpp. 5. Miķelsons Z., Pīrs V. (2008) Spēkratu konstrukcijas. Jelgava: LLU. 199 lpp. 6. Pommers J.G., Liberts G. (1985) Automobiļa teorija. Rīga: Zvaigzne. 245 lpp.

Course title Theory of Automobiles Course code TraZ5017 Credit points 2 ECTS creditpoints 3 Total Contact Hours 32 Number of lectures 16 Number of hours for seminars and practical assignments 8 Number of hours for laboratory assignments 8 Course developers Dainis Berjoza

Course abstract The aim of the study course is to acquire the properties and their impact on automobile operation as well as calculation of different automobile units and systems. The knowledge is sequentially supplemented by laboratory work that is carried out in laboratories and road condition tests. Learning Outcomes:

After completing the course student will have: Knowledge. A master student obtains extended theoretical and practical knowledge, an understanding of the exploitation characteristics of automobiles that correspond to the latest achievements of science in the theory of automobiles. The knowledge obtained serves as a basis for further research and development of creative thinking. Skills. A master student is able to use the knowledge obtained in the theory of exploitation of automobiles in a creative way while conducting experimental studies and performing calculations to compare, assess, and analyse various vehicles. A master student is able to convincingly explain and discuss complicated topical issues concerning the theory of automobiles, develop an original methodology for experimental research of automobiles, and process and analyse data obtained in experiments. Competences. A master student can independently and critically analyse complicated engineering problems in the theory of automobiles, justify the decisions made, integrate the knowledge of this course with that obtained in other fields and courses to develop a methodology and process data to determine various parameters for the exploitation characteristics of automobiles.

Compulsory reading 1. Wong J.Y. Theory of ground vehicles, 4th ed. Ottawa: Canada – John Wiley & Sons Inc. 2008. 592 p. 2. Genta G. Motor vehicle dynamics Modeling and simulation. World Scienntific Publishing Co. 2003. 530 p. 3. Gillespie T. D. Fundamentals of Vehicle Dynamics. Society of Automotive Engineers, Inc. 1992. 495 p. 4. Haberle G. und andere Tabellenbuch Elektrotechnik. Deuchland: Europa – Lehrmittel, 2007. 472 p. 5. Bonnick A. Automotive Science and Mathematics. USA: Elsevier. 2008. 241 p. 6. Automotive Handbook. 7-th edition. Robert Bosch GmbH, Bently publishers, 2007, 1196 p.

Further reading 1. Berjoza D. Automobiļu teorija. Metodiskie norādījumi kursa darba izstrādei, uzdevumi un laboratorijas darbi. Jelgava: LLU 2007. 54 lpp. 2. Berjoza D. Automobiļu teorija. Mācību grāmata Jelgava: LLU 2008. 200 lpp. 3. Pommers J., Liberts G. Automobiļa teorija. – R.: Zvaigzne, 1985.

Course title Electrical System

of Vehicles Course code TraZ6006 Credit points 2 ECTS creditpoints 3 Total Contact Hours 32 Number of lectures 16 Number of hours for seminars and practical assignments - Number of hours for laboratory assignments 16

Course developers Ainārs Galiņš

Course abstract The aim of the study course is to acquire theoretical analyzes of basic systems of electrical

equipment of vehicle: current sources, starting and ignition systems. Inspection and control systems of vehicle: information system, engine, transmission, and support equipment, brake, stability and speed control. Anti theft protection and comfort equipment in vehicle.

Electronic systems that are used in vehicles, their characteristics. Comparators and integrators, logic elements. Converters of physical measurements, their characteristics and use. Switchboards, their electrical schemes. Structure of electronic control units, formers of signal and analog-digital converters. Memory and processors, cascades of outlets. Characteristics, bases and interpolation. Examples for use of electronic control units. Learning Outcomes: After completing the course student will have (knowledge, skills, competences): Knowledge. Students acquire an in-depth theoretical and practical knowledge, understanding of the motor vehicle electrical design and operation, the latest technical solutions. The knowledge gained as a basis for further practical work and research. Skills. Student able to creatively use their knowledge of motor vehicle electrical performance evaluation of the experimental studies, calculations and analysis. Capable of reasoned and explain a motor vehicle electrical work arrangements. Capable of generating electrical testing of experimental methodologies, process and analyze experimental results. Competences. Graduates are able to independently determine and analyze operation of electrical equipment of motor vehicle and find failure causes, the decision made to use other fields and courses to acquire knowledge. Compulsory reading 1. Automotive Electrics Automotive Electronics © Robert Bosch GmbH, 2006. – 503 p. 2. Automotive Handbook. 7-th edition. Robert Bosch GmbH, Bently publishers, 2007, 1196 p. 3. In-Vehicle Networks and Software, Electrical Wiring Harnesses, and Electronics and Systems Reliability. SAE, 2004, pp.443

Further reading 1. Galiņš A. Spēkratu elektroiekārtas. Mācību grāmata. Jelgava: LLU, 2008. – 298 lpp. 2. Galiņš A. Spēkratu elektroiekārtas: Laboratorijas darbu uzdevumi, to izpildes metodika un palīgmateriāli. Jelgava: LLU, 2008. – 40 lpp.

Course title Repair of Automobiles Course code TraZ5013 Credit points 1 ECTS creditpoints 1.50 Total contact hours 16 Number of lectures 8 Number of hours for laboratory assignments 8 Course developers Aleksandrs Galoburda

Course abstract In this study course students acquire types and methods of machine repairs, methods and forms of renewal of mates, renewal methods of components. Technical diagnosis of aggregates of automobiles and basic rules of their montage. Learning outcomes: After completing the course student will have (knowledge, skills, and competences: Knowledge. Student acquires advanced theoretical and practical knowledge and understanding of machine repair possibilities using new technologies and materials, renovating of parts. The acquired knowledge will serve as a basis for further creative research. Skills. Master Degree student will be able to use acquired knowledge creatively for research on machine repair technology and calculations for improvement of various machine units and mates durability. Student will be able to justify choice of materials for friction pairs, determine the roughness of their surfaces, as well as to choose heat treatment type. Student will be able to develop original methods for the study of friction pairs, process and discuss the obtained results. Competences. Master Degree student will be able to analyze complex technical problems independently in the field of friction pairs, such as the effect of dislocation umber on the durability. Student will be able to justify the choice of method for increase of dislocation number making machine repair in various cases. Compulsory reading 1. A.Galoburda Automobiļu remonts. Jelgava, LLU. - 2008. 2. Ковалевский А.А., Ткаченко А.А. Опыт разработки и внедрения технологии восстановления деталей машин и механизмов методом плазменного напыления покрытий. Р.: ЛатНИИНТ 3. Л.С.Ермолов и др. Основы надежности сельскохозяйственной техники. М., Колос – 1982. Further reading 1. Cikovskis V. Motori. Rīga: Jumava, 2000. 2. Krick R. Modern automotive technology. The Good heardt - Willcox Co, 1ne. TenlexPark, Illinois. 2003. CD. Periodicals and other sources 1. Žurnāls "Автомобиль и сервис"

Course title Tribology Course code TraZ6005 Credit points 2 ECTS creditpoints 3 Total Contact Hours 32 Number of lectures 16 Number of hours for seminars and practical assignments 16 Number of hours for laboratory assignments - Course developers Maris Kirsis

Course abstract Students get acquainted with the friction, wear, and lubrication theory. They obtain knowledge about friction and wear of ceramics and plastic matrix composites, lubricants and their application and synthetic lubricants. Students acquire the wear resistant coatings and surface treatments, monitoring, maintenance and failure patterns.

Learning Outcomes: After completing the course student will have (knowledge, skills, competences): knowledge in the friction, wear, and lubrication theory; skills in monitoring of wear and surface treatments adjustment; competences in the maintenance of wear surfaces and failure patterns.

Compulsory reading 1. T.Mang, W.Dresel. Lubricants and Lubrication. – Wiley-VCH – 2007 – 890 p. 2. A.Caines, R.Haycock. Automotive lubricants reference book. – SAE – 2004 – 720 p. 3. Modern tribology handbook. – STLE –2001 – 741 p.

Further reading 2. E.Richard Booser. Tribology data handbook. – CRC Press, New York. – 1997 – 1099 p. 3. Д.Н.Гаркунов. Триботехника. – М.: Машиностроение, 1985. – 424 с. 4. Tribology Transactions Journal. 5. Tribology Letters - an official journal of the Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers

(STLE). 6. Tribology & Lubrication Engineering - the official technical magazine of STLE. 7. www.teercoatings.co.uk www.sae.org www.astm.org www.acea.be www.stle.org

Course title Specialised Automobiles Course code TraZ5009 Credit points 1 ECTS creditpoints 1.5 Total Contact Hours 16 Number of lectures 8 Number of hours for seminars and practical assignments 8 Number of hours for laboratory assignments Course developers Gints Birzietis

Course abstract This study subject deal with several types of specialized vehicles, its constructive features, advantages and application area. Deal also with classification and coding of vehicles used in practice. In practical works students choose appropriate vehicle for selected type of freight and haulage, they also calculate necessary number of vehicles and other parameters.

Learning Outcomes: After completing the course student will have (knowledge, skills, competences):

Knowledge. Students will have deeper knowledge in several types of specialized vehicles, its constructive features, advantages and application area. Students also will have knowledge in classification and coding of specialized vehicles used in practice. Skills. Students will be able to solve the specific freight transportation related problem situation and apply the acquired knowledge in research and development of innovative solutions within the specific freight transport systems. Competences. Students will be able to manage and transform complex and unpredictable situations in specific freight transportation as well as will use acquired knowledge for reviewing the strategic performance of transport companies specializing in specific freight transportation.

Compulsory reading 1. Yearbook of road transport law 1995. 2. Jame William Fitch. Motor Truck Engineering Handbook. Fourth edition. SAE 1994., 443 p.

Further reading 1. Methodische Lsungswege zum Rechenbuch Kraftfochrzengtechnik. Lihrmitlil 1999. 2. М.И.Грифф, Р.А.Затвон, В.Ф.Трофименков. Автотранспортные средства с грузоподъемными устройствами. Москва., ‘‘Транспорт’’ 1989

Course title Technical Diagnostics of

Automobiles Course code TraZ5004 Credit points 1 ECTS credit points 1.5 Total Contact Hours 16 Number of lectures 8 Number of hours for laboratory assignments 8 Course developers Vilnis Pīrs

Course abstract In this study course Maser degree students get more deeply acquired with process of diagnosis of automobiles and aggregates as well as with methods of diagnosis utilizing up-to-day diagnostically tools. In laboratory assignments students have possibility to perform practically all parts of diagnostics process – diagnosis, determination of diagnosis, forcast of remaining resource as well as acquaint with up-to-date diagnostically tools. Learning Outcomes:

After completing the course student will have (knowledge, skills, competences): Knowledge. Masters degree students get more deeply theoretical and practical knowledge, understanding of automotive technical diagnostics, methods and equipment of diagnostic. The acquired knowledge can be served as a basis for further creative and professional development. Skills. Master degree student can creatively avail their knowledge of automotive diagnostics, can independently use the theory, methods and problem-develop skills to realize research or highly qualified professional functions. Ability to evaluate and to make a decision in difficult situations. Competences. Master degree students can without assistance analyse difficult scientific and professional problems, justify decisions, and, if it is necessary, perform a thorough analysis of problems. They can integrate different fields of knowledge to improve professional skills and development af new diagnostics methods.

Compulsory reading 1. Halderman J. D. (2008) Automotive Technology : Principles, Diagnosis, and Service,.3rd ed. USA: Pearson Education. 1488 p. ISBN 978-0-13-175477-5. 2. Bauer H. (2004) Automotive Electric Automotive Electronics. 4th ed. Robert Bosch GmbH. 503 p. 3. Fisher R. etc. (2006) Modern Automotive Technology, Fundamentals, service, diagnostics. Germany: Europa – Lehrmittel. 688 p. ISBN 3-8085-2301-8. 4. Automotive Handbook. (2007) 7th ed. Robert Bosch GmbH, Bentley publishers. 1196 p.

Further reading 1. Berjoza D., Tupiņš J. (2007) Spēkratu tehniskā diagnostika. Jelgava: LLU. 220 lpp. 2. Tupiņš J. (2007) Mašīnu tehniskā apkalpošana // Laboratorijas darbu uzdevumi un to izpildes metodika. Jelgava: LLU. 95 lpp.

Course title Warehouse Management Course code LauZ5060 Credit points 2 ECTS credit points 3 Total Contact Hours 32 Number of lectures 16 Number of hours for seminars and practical assignments 16 Number of hours for laboratory assignments - Course developers Doc. Jānis Tupiņš

Course abstract Classification of the freights used in agriculture. Types of storehouses. The work technology in the storehouses. Characteristics of the storing materials and calculations of its optimum size. Calculations of the storage area and equipment. Regulations for the storage of different groups of goods. Learning Outcomes:

After completing the course student will have (knowledge, skills, competences): Knowledge. Master degree student become more profound in resource management, choose of warehousing economy and its practical development. Skills. Master degree student is able to choice more eligible method of resource management. He is able to define additions of storage resources. He can perform handling of received freights. Competences. Master degree student is able to substantiate necessity of warehousing, its location and assortment of stored goods. He is able to carry a decision about warehousing service and wellhead equipment. Compulsory reading 5. Tempelmeier H. (2008) Material – Logistik. Berlin: Springler. 518 S. 6. Zhengxin C. (2001) Intelligent Data Warehousing. United States: CRS Press. 256 p. 7. Naddor E. (1971) Lagerhaltangssysteme. Leipzig: BSB B.G. Teubner Verlagsgesellschaft. 322 S. 8. Frazelle E.H. (2001) World-Class Warehousing and Material Handling. New York: McGraw-Hill.

242 p.

Further reading 7. The Warehouse Management Handbook. (1998) 2nd edition. Tompkins Press. 980 p. 8. Брагин Г.Г. и.др. (1985) Складское хозяйство и транспортно-экспидиционные работы. 3-е

изд., перераб. и доп. Москва. Агропромиздат. 240 стр. 9. Beļčikovs J., Praude V. (2003) Loģistika. Rīga: Vaidelote. 541 lpp.

Course title Automarket Course code TraZ5003 Credit points 2 ECTS creditpoints 3 Total Contact Hours 32 Number of lectures 16 Number of hours for seminars and practical assignments 16 Number of hours for laboratory assignments Course developers Dace Rotgalve

Course abstract The aim of study course is to give understanding and knowledge about trade management of new and second-hand automobiles, circulation of documentation in automobile trade and registration, as well as arrangement of auto salons, dealer centers and sales places. Students get the view on foreign automobile producers and dealer companies in Latvia.

Learning Outcomes: After completing the course student will have (knowledge, skills, competences):

Knowledge. Students will acquire highly specialized knowledge and understanding in the organization and development of the car and its spare parts sales. The acquired knowledge will be the basis for further research and development of creative thinking. Skills. Students will be able to creatively apply the acquired knowledge in the organization of new and second hand car sales. They will be able to explain and discuss the complex or systemic aspects of the marketing field. Competences. Graduates will be able independently and critically analyze the problems related to automobile and their aggregate trade issues. They will be able to justify their decisions, organizing car sales outlet, as well as, if necessary, carry out further analysis. Compulsory reading 1. Kotler P. Marketing Management, N.J.: - 2003 – p.685. 2. Kotler, P., Keller, K. Marketing management. Upper Saddle River : Pearson, 2006. p. 729 3. Kent, R. Marketing research: approaches, methods and applications in Europe. London: Thomson Learning, 2007. p. 592

Further reading 1. Berjoza D., Kunkule D. Tirgzinība autotransportā. Jelgava. – 2007. – 120 lpp. 2. Blaits Dž. Mārketings: rokasgrāmata. R., Zvaigzne ABC. – 2004. – 284 lpp. 3. Tirgzinības pamati. R., SIA „J.L.V.” – 2002. – 305 lpp. 4. Birzietis G., Kunkule D. Transporta ekonomika. Jelgava. – 2007. – 81 lpp. 5. А.П.Панкрухин. Маркетинг - практикум: ситуационные задания, кейсы, тесты. – Москва: ИМПЭ, 1998. - 160 с. 6. Филип Котлер. Основы маркетинга. Перевод с английского В.Б.Боброва. Ростинтэр Москва, 1996. - 698 с.

Course title Alternative Fuels and Oils Course code Ener5007 Credit points 2 ECTS creditpoints 3 Total Contact Hours 32 Number of lectures 16 Number of hours for laboratory assignments 16

Course developers Ruslans Šmigins

Course abstract Study subject deals with theoretical fundamentals of alternative fuels and oils. The aim of this course is to provide students with knowledge in biofuels for the IC engines, basic concepts, history, usage spheres and possibilities, as also socio-economic and ecologic aspects of it usage. The course takes a look on the biofuels, produced in Latvia: rapeseed oil, biodiesel, bioethanol, and biogas.

Learning Outcomes: After completing the course student will have (knowledge, skills and competences): Knowledge. Students has extended knowledge about biofuels for the internal combustion engines, history, production, usage spheres and possibilities, as also socio-economic and ecologic aspects of it usage. Skills. Students are able to apply their proficiency making researches and they are capable to analyse and evaluate acquired new information. Competences. Students are able to define and analyse complex problems of producing and using biofuels and oils. They are capable to fortify their position and integrate their knowledge into other fields and further studies.

Compulsory reading 1. Kemp W.H. Biodiesel: basics and beyond – a comprehensive guide to production and use for the home

and farm / Aztext Press, Ontario, 2006, 588 p. 2. Pahl G. Biodiesel: growing a new energy economy / Chelsea Green Publishing, 2005, 281 p. 3. The biodiesel handbook / editors Knothe G., Van Gerpen J., Krahl J.: AOCS, 2005, 302 p. 4. Alternative diesel fuels / edited by Daniel J. Holt.: SAE, 2004, 270 p. 5. CI engine performance for use with alternative fuels / SAE, 2008, 390 p. 6. Bechtold, R.L. Alternative fuels guidebook: properties, storage and vehicle facility modifications –

Warendale: Society of Automotive Engineers, 1997, 204 p.

Further reading 1. Gulbis V. Iekšdedzes motoru biodegvielas: mācību grāmata. Jelgava: LLU, 2008, 322 lpp. 2. Gulbis V., Birzietis G. Par biodīzeļdegvielas kvalitāti, lai tuvinātu biodīzeļdegvielas īpašību kopumu

fosilās dīzeļdegvielas īpašībām. ”Uzņēmumu Vadības Institūts” – Rīga, 2006, 116 lpp. 3. Kalniņš A. Ekonomiskais vērtējums par Vācijas pieredzi rapša eļļas degvielas un biodīzeļdegvielas

pielietošanas lietderību Latvijas apstākļos / LATBIO Konsultāciju centrs. – Rīga: 2006, 129 lpp. 4. Kalniņš A. Biodegviela: ražošanas un izmantošanas iespējas Latvijā: saimnieciski – ekonomiskais

novērtējums / Arnis Kalniņš. – Rīga: 2005, 166 lpp.

Course title Engineering Technolog Course code MašZ.5010 Credit points 2 ECTS creditpoints 3 Total Contact Hours 32 Number of lectures 16 Number of hours for laboratory assignments 16 Course developers Gunārs Vērdiņš Course abstract Study subjects adreses technical, organizational, planning and economic problems that led to the need for quality machine manufacturing aspecified size, given time, with minimal labor and material consumption. Learning Outcomes: After completing the course student will have (knowlegde, skills, competences): Knowlegde. The Students acquires knowlegde of the processing accuracy, parts size distribution, trimming the theory, the processing of CNC control machines. Skills. Students learn to develop the necessary components for making map, select tools and cutting regimes. Competences. Students are able to create different types of technological processes of manufacture of parts, capable of analizing the options and choose the best solution. Compulsory reading 1. Metall Cutting Theory and Practice. David A. Stephenson, John S. Agapion. 2006. CRC Press. 2. Metall Cutting Principles. Milton C. Shaw. OXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS. 2005. 650 p. 3. Tabellenbuch Metall. Lektorat:Ulrich Fischer, Reutlingen.VERLAG EUROPA LEHRMITTEL. 43.Auflage. 2005. 4. J.Krizbergs. Datorizētā projektēšana (CAM). Rīga.-2006. RTU. 270 lpp. Further reading 1. Metall Cutting Principles. Milton C. Shaw. OXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS. 2005. 650 p. 2. Metall Cutting Theory and Practice. David A. Stephenson, John S. Agapion. 2006. CRC Press.

Course title Project Engineering Course code TraZ5019 Credit points 3 ECTS creditpoints 4.5 Total Contact Hours 48 Number of lectures 16 Number of hours for seminars and practical assignments 32 Number of hours for laboratory assignments - Course developers Dainis Berjoza, Ilmārs Dukulis

Course abstract The purpose of the course is to obtain extended understanding on the usage of project management theory in solving of engineering problems. Practically master course students acquire the possibilities of defining, planning and development of project using the application software MS Project or similar. Learning Outcomes:

After completing the course student will have: Knowledge. Knowledge and understanding of project management historical aspects in engineering sciences, detailed knowledge about engineering project development, management, and realization, and the structured knowledge of the use of project design and planning techniques, project implementation and financing. Skills. Skills to integrate engineering knowledge in the primary analysis and preliminary study of the project, to independently carry out sophisticated, cross-disciplinary, multi-level structured projects related to monitoring and management of engineering systems and control structures, specific skills of a project management software use, the ability to discuss about administration aspects of complex technical projects. Competences. Competence, working in a group or independently, to formulate and analyze potential problem solutions related to various engineering fields and degrees of complexity, to use the project development and planning methods, to work out the activities of technical projects, and to monitor and manage them, to argue the decisions made during the project, and to understand the potential impact of the engineering project on the environment and society.

Compulsory reading 1. Cleland D. I. Project management: strategic design and implementation. – New York: McGraw-Hill, 2007. – 523 p. 2. Gray C.F. Project management: the managerial process. – Boston, MA: McGraw-Hill, 2006. – 574 p. 3. Kerzner, Harold. Project Management: a Systems Approach to Planning, Scheduling, and Controlling. USA, Van Nostrand Reinhold, 5th ed. 1995. P. 1152 4. Мазур И. И., Шапиро В. Д., Ольдерогге Н. Г. Управление проектами. Москва: Омега – Л, 2005. 664 с.

Further reading 1. Бэгьюли Ф. Управление проектом. – Москва, 2002 – 202 с. 2. Колтынюк Б. А. Инвестиционные проекты. Санкт- Петербург, 2000. 3. Кортер Дж., Марквис А. Microsoft Project 2003. – Москва: Лори, 2004. – 641 с.

Course title Transport Engineering

Service Course code TraZ5018 Credit points 2 ECTS creditpoints 3 Total Contact Hours 32 Number of lectures 16 Number of hours for seminars and practical assignments 16 Number of hours for laboratory assignments

Course developers Dace Rotgalve

Course abstract The course of studies supplies theoretical and practical knowledge in transport engineering service operations. Practical work is organized in the form of role plays. The acquired knowledge and skills can be used in organization and management of transport enterprises.

Learning Outcomes: After completing the course student will have (knowledge, skills, competences):

Knowledge. Graduates will acquire highly specialised theoretical and practical knowledge and understanding of the essence of management, regularities and management techniques of road transport companies, that are consistent with the most recent research findings and statements in the field of management. The acquired knowledge is the basis for further research and development of creative thinking in transport engineering service in transport company. Skills. Students will be able to use theoretical knowledge, techniques and problem solving skills in order to manage the business in transport company. Competences. Graduates will be able of independently and critically analyze the problems related to transport company management. They will be able to contribute in development of management techniques of transport companies. Compulsory reading 1.Pasquier, Martia. Marketing management and communications in the public sector. Florence: Routledge, 2009 2. Small business and entrepreneurship / edited by Robert A. Blackburn and Candida G. Brush. Los Angeles : Sage, 2008. 3. Human resource management in the public sector / edited by Rona S. Beattie and Stephen P. Osborne. London ;New York : Routledge, 2008.

Further reading 1. Vadīšanas pamati. Mācību grāmata Profesionālo studiju studentiem un maģistrantiem. Sast. Mag.oec.,asoc. prof. U.Ivans un Dr.oec., doc. S.Ruskule. Malnava 2006. – 546 l 2. Vadīšana. Mācību līdzeklis LLU studentiem un maģistrantiem un lauku uzņēmēju kvalifikācijas paaugstināšanai. Sastādīja S.Ruskule. Jelgava. 2005. – 56lpp. 3. Forands I. Personālvadība. R., Biznesa augstskola “Turība”, 2000. – 79 lpp. 4. Reņģe V. Organizāciju psiholoģija. Rīga; Kamene. 2004. 5. Pīkeringa P. Personāla vadība. - Jāņa Rozes apgāds, 2002. - 125 lpp.

Course title Intelligent Technologies

and Systems Course code InfT6026 Credit points 2 ECTS creditpoints 3 Total Contact Hours 32 Number of lectures 16 Number of hours for seminars and practical assignments 16 Number of hours for laboratory assignments

Course developers Genādijs Moskvins

Course abstract The master study course allows to expand and to deepen knowledge of general principles in area of designing, analysis, construction and simulation of intelligent technologies and systems (ITS), about actual problems of (ITS), practical solutions and new possibilities for development of (ITS) in agriculture, about the basic elements of (ITS), the neural networks, the fuzzy logic, about SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) and HMI (Human Machine Interface) data visualization and monitoring systems Learning Outcomes: Knowledge - about the general principles of (ITS), elaboration, action, control and application to solve the theoretical and practical tasks in field of (ITS) engineering and to improve their operation quality. Skills - to choose (ITS) complex, elements and components, to analyze their work process, algorithms, operations in static and dynamic modes, to compose optimal (ITS), structure, functional and block diagrams, to evaluate quality of (ITS) operation. competence - to select an appropriate principles for (ITS) elements, components and devices, methods for elaboration, action, control and application , methods for identifying the parameters , principles of control to interpret the operation data and to perfect their quality.

Compulsory reading 1. Moskvins G. Intelektuālās sistēmas un tehnoloģijas. Mācību grāmata. ISBN 978-9984-784-62-5, Jelgava: LLU, 2008. 136 lpp. 2. Moskvins.G. Automatizācija. Mācību grāmata. ISBN 978-9984-784-81-6, Jelgava: LLU, 2008. 120 lpp. 3. George F. Luger. Artificial Intelligence: Structures and Strategies for Complex Problem Solving 6th Edition, ISBN-10: 0321545893 ,ISBN-13: 978-0321545893 . Boston [etc.] : Pearson/Addison Wesley, 2009. 784 754 p. 4. S. Russell and P. Norvig. Artificial Intelligence: A Modern Approach 3rd Edition 2009. ISBN-10: 0136042597, ISBN-13: 978-0136042594 , 1152 p.

Further reading 1. Moskvins G. Mākslīgā intelekta aktualitātes. No: Zinātnes filozofija. Jelgava: LLU, 2011. lpp. 95-106. 2. Moskvins G. Haoss, antihaoss, fraktāļi. Ieskats nanotehnoloģiju attīstībā. No: Zinātnes filozofija. Jelgava: LLU, 2011. lpp. 107-131 3. Siliņš E. Lielo patiesību meklējumi. Rīga: Jumava, ISBN 9789984051864, 2006. 512 lpp.

Periodicals and other sources 1. Artificial Intelligence. An International Journal. ELSEVIER, ISSN: 0004-3702. http://www.journals.elsevier.com/artificial-intelligence/ 2. Information Technology, List of free Information Technology magazines (http://sourcecodesworld.tradepub.com/?pt=cat&page=Info

Course title Ergonomics and

industrial Design Course code MašZ5004 Credit points 2 ECTS credit points 3 Total Contact Hours 32 Number of lectures 24 Number of hours for seminars and practical assignments 8 Number of hours for laboratory assignments -

Course developers Aivars Kaķītis

Course abstract The objective of Course is to give students knowledge about principles of Beauty in techniques. On the basis of Perception of surrounding environment, Composition principles and requirements of Ergonomics acquire skills to design machines, equipment and interiors. Learning Outcomes:

After completing the course student will have (knowledge, skills, competences): Knowledge. Students acquire deep theoretical and practical knowledge on principles of human’s perception of surrounding environment. They gain knowledge of light, color, form and space impact on the human senses. Students acquire knowledge on composition principles and requirements of ergonomics based on anthropological parameters of human body. The knowledge gained as a basis for further design of equipment and interior.

Skills. The ability to creatively use their knowledge in the equipment and machinery design and interior design. Students are able to use principles of ergonomics to design comfortable interior and human friendly technique. Competences. Master students are able to analyze and evaluate technical equipment design. Students are capable to use Ergonomics principles to minimize adverse effects of the environment on people and thus to enable each person to maximize his or her contribution to a given job. Master students are able to base their decisions, and integrate knowledge acquired of other areas and study courses to design technical equipment according laws of beauty and anthropological parameters.

Compulsory reading 5. Bernhard E. Bürdek. Design: History, Theory and Practice of Product Design. Birkhäuser

Basel; 1 edition, 2005, 544 p. 6. R. S. Bridger. Introduction to ergonomics. CRC Press, 2008, – 776 p. 7. Raymond Loewy. Industrial Design. Amazon, 2007, – 256 p. 8. Dan Cuffaro. Process, Materials, and Measurements. Amazon, 2006, – 264 p.

Further reading 2. V. Šusts, Telpas uztvere un kompozīcija, Zvaigzne, 1979, 127 lpp. 3. William H. Cushman, Daniel J. Rosenberg. Human Factors in Product Design. Publisher:

Elsevier Science Pub Co, 1991. 4. Design Secrets: Products From Rockport Publishers, 2003, – 208 p.

Course title Quality Assurance Systems Course code MašZ5013 Credit points 2 ECTS credit points 3 Total Contact Hours 32 Number of lectures 16 Number of hours for seminars and practical assignments 16 Number of hours for laboratory assignments - Course developers Doc. Antoņina Čukure

Course abstract Quality management focused on providing confidence that quality requirements will be fulfilled. All the planned and systematic activities implemented within the quality system, and demonstrated as needed, to provide adequate confidence that an entity will fulfill requirements for quality. Learning Outcomes:

After completing the course student will have (knowledge, skills, competences): Knowledge. Master degree student understand principles of quality management that is orientated on assurance of credibility about implementation of quality requirements. They know theoretical aspects of formation of system, methods of quality ensuring and application of them for machine designing, marketing and production. Skills. Master degree student is able to work out technical documentation for quality assurance, to use it in several production and rendering of service spheres, to calculate establishment coasts of quality systems, to use statistical methods for introduction of quality systems. Competences. Master degree student is able to avail acquired knowledge into creative activity, designing, marketing and production and/or rendering of services in various fields. Compulsory reading 9. Shiba S. (2006) The Five Step Discovery Process Manual with Examples. Confederation of Indian

Industry. 72 p. 10. Kvalitātes sistēmas pasaulē un Latvijā (1996) Rīga: KIF ”Biznesa Komplekss”. 24 lpp. 11. Kvalitātes vadības sistēmu ieciešana uzņēmumos (2004) Rīga: Personāla sertifikācijas institūts.

116 lpp. 12. Leilands J. (2009) Kvalitātes vadības sistēmas. Jaunā ISO 9001:2008 Standartu prasību

skaidrojums. Rīga: Latvijas Vēstnesis. 176 lpp.

Further reading 10. Kalējs O. (2005) Kvalitātes vadības sistēma un tās izveidošana pakalpojumu jomā. Rīga:

LatConsul. 121 lpp. 11. Kvalitātes nodrošināšanas nacionālā programma (2001) Rīga. 16 lpp. 12. O’Brien J.J. ect. (1997) Construction inspection handbook total Quality management New York:

Chapman & Hall International Thomson. 663 p. 13. www.lka.lv.

Course title Autotransport and

Environment Course code TraZ5001 Credit points 2 ECTS creditpoints 3 Total Contact Hours 32 Number of lectures 16 Number of hours for seminars and practical assignments - Number of hours for laboratory assignments 16

Course developers Dainis Berjoza

Course abstract In this study subject deeper acquired are aspects of constructive, technologic and legislations of automotive what are related with impact of automobile to environment. Analyzed and acquired in practice determination methods of exhaust gases of motor vehicles and bringing into practice of them is, what substantially could be useful for specialist of any sphere, which is connected with automotive. Learning Outcomes:

After completing the course student will have: Knowledge. A master student obtains extended knowledge and an understanding of the affect of auto transport on the environment, its reduction possibilities, detailed knowledge on possibilities to calculate, identify, and measure the components of gas emission for motor vehicles, as well as other factors affecting the environment and people. A master student also gains extended knowledge on the legislation of the EU and Latvia concerning reducing the effect of motor vehicles on the environment. Skills. A master student is able to integrate all the knowledge for calculations of gas emissions and practical measurements, select measuring equipment and test methods appropriate for particular conditions, work with legal acts of various complexities in the field of environmental protection, and use standards in analysing the toxic emissions of particular vehicles. A master student is skilful in operating stationary and portative apparatuses for measuring vehicle exhaust emissions. Competences. A master student can independently operate various measuring apparatuses and apply various systems of measurement related to identification and assessment of the toxic emissions of automobiles and other kinds of pollution, use legal acts of the EU and Latvia, and is competent in the main standards and able to operationally find and use them in analysis of experimental data.

Compulsory reading 1. Krick R. Modern automotive technology. The Goodheart-Willcox Co., 2003. 2. Ortmann R. and others. Emission –control technology for gasoline engines. 4-th edition, Robert Bosch GmbH, 2003, 96 p. 3. Thorsten Raatz and others. Emissions-control Technology for Diesel Engines. 1-st edition. Robert Bosch GmbH, 2005, 133 p. 4. Michael Oder and others. Gasoline – engine management Basic and components. 1-st edition. Robert Bosch GmbH, 2001, 87 p.

Further reading 1. Diesel Particulate Emissions: Landmark Research 1994-2001. Edited by John H. Johnson. Society of Automotive Engineers. USA, 2002, 628 p. 2. Gasoline-Engine Management. 3-rd edition. Robert Bosch GmbH, Bentley Publisher, 2006, 358 p. 3. Automotive Handbook. 7-th edition. Robert Bosch GmbH, Bently publishers, 2007, 1196 p. 4. Gscheidle R. Tabellenbuch Kraftfahrzeugtehnik. Deuchland: Europa- Lehrmittel, 2005.

Course title Research in Agricultural

Engineering Course code LauZP041 Credit points 6 ECTS creditpoints 9 Total Contact Hours - Number of lectures - Number of hours for seminars and practical assignments - Number of hours for laboratory assignments -

Course developers Dainis Berjoza

Course abstract Master students work in internship under supervision of the internship supervisor. It is advisable to research during the internship the spheres that are related to the theme of the master paper. The internship can be at enterprises, companies, offices etc. the operation of which is related to auto transport. Learning Outcomes:

After completing the course student will have: Knowledge. A master student obtains extended practical knowledge and an understanding of the engineering problems related to a research topic and the possibilities of their solution. A master student gains extended knowledge on organisation and conduction of experiments, selection of experimental equipment, and mathematical processing and graphical presentation of the research result obtained. Skills. A master student is skilful in applying the knowledge in organisation of experiments and provision of experiments at enterprises or research institutions and the newest research methods, in developing a detailed and comprehensive research methodology and introducing it, and in processing the data obtained and presenting the result. Competences. A master student can independently operate various measuring apparatuses and apply various systems of measurement that are necessary for engineering research, assess, develop, and approbate a research methodology, and make decisions related to elaboration of a research plan and its implementation.

Course title Master Thesis Course code LauZ6043 Credit points 25 ECTS creditpoints 37.5 Total Contact Hours 32; 32 Number of lectures - Number of hours for seminars and practical assignments 400 Number of hours for laboratory assignments - Course developers Dainis Berjoza

Course abstract The Master thesis should be elaborated in creative scientific colaboration with the scientific adviser in the sphere that is related to the acquired study program and the research direction of the institute. The Master thesis should show the competences and skills of the Master student in solving engineering problems that are topical for economics and in performing research work.

Learning Outcomes: After completing the course student will have:

Knowledge. A master student obtains extended practical and theoretical knowledge and an understanding of the research performed in a related science, the newest research technologies and equipment and their exploitation, and processing of research data and their demonstration. Skills. A master student is skilful in applying the knowledge in elaborating a master thesis: analysis of an analytical situation, assessment and development of a research methodology, creation of new knowledge based on the research performed, summarisation, assessment, and interpretation of the results. A master student is able to defend and scientifically justify his/her own decisions made to solve engineering problems. Competences. A master student can independently perform and analyse engineering calculations of various complexities and extents, conduct experimental and analytical research related to the research topic chosen.

Compulsory reading 1. Vārtukapteinis K., Berjoza D. Metodiskie noteikumi maģistra darbu izstrādāšanai un aizstāvēšanai akadēmiskajā maģistra studiju programmā lauksaimniecības inženierzinātne, Jelgava, 2011. 2. Dukulis I., Inženierdarba pamati. Lekciju materiāli TF mājas lapā http://www.llu.lv/tf/Ilmars_Dukulis/idp.htm.(14.09.2010.) Further reading 1. Pommers. J, Studentu zinātniskā darba pamati. Rīga :Zvaigzne, 1989.