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agricultural engineer

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Agricultural engineers intervene in a variety of matters within the agriculture field in combination with engineering concepts. They design and develop machinery and equipment for an efficient and sustainable exploitation of the land. They advise on the use of resources in agricultural sites comprising the usage of water and soil, harvesting methods, and waste management.

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Competences
44
Groups
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Essential
14
Optional
30

Competences and skills

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Essential knowledge 7 competences

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Sector-specific

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e-agriculture

The design and application of innovative ICT solutions in agriculture, horticulture, viniculture, fishery, forestry and livestock management.

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engineering processes

The systematic approach to the development and maintenance of engineering systems.

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mechanical engineering

Discipline that applies principles of physics, engineering and materials science to design, analyse, manufacture and maintain mechanical systems.

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Cross-sector

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engineering principles

The engineering elements like functionality, replicability, and costs in relation to the design and how they are applied in the completion of engineering projects.

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legislation in agriculture

Body of regional, national and European laws enacted in the field of agriculture and forestry concerning various issues such as product quality, environmental protection and trade.

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mechanics

Theoretical and practical applications of the science studying the action of displacements and forces on physical bodies to the development of machinery and mechanical devices.

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technical drawings

Drawing software and the various symbols, perspectives, units of measurement, notation systems, visual styles and page layouts used in technical drawings.

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Essential skills and competences 7 competences

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Cross-sector

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adjust engineering designs

Adjust designs of products or parts of products so that they meet requirements.

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approve engineering design

Give consent to the finished engineering design to go over to the actual manufacturing and assembly of the product.

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assess financial viability

Revise and analyse financial information and requirements of projects such as their budget appraisal, expected turnover, and risk assessment for determining the benefits and costs of the project. Assess if the agreement or project will redeem its investment, and whether the potential profit is worth the financial risk.

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execute feasibility study

Perform the evaluation and assessment of the potential of a project, plan, proposition or new idea. Realise a standardised study which is based on extensive investigation and research to support the process of decision making.

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perform scientific research

Gain, correct or improve knowledge about phenomena by using scientific methods and techniques, based on empirical or measurable observations.

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troubleshoot

Identify operating problems, decide what to do about it and report accordingly.

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use technical drawing software

Create technical designs and technical drawings using specialised software.

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Optional knowledge 11 competences

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Sector-specific

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climate smart agriculture

An integrated approach to landscape management that aims at increasing food productivity, enhance crop resilience, ensure food safety and reduce emissions and adapt to climate change.

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irrigation systems

The methods and systems management in irrigation.

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pollution legislation

Be familiar with European and National legislation regarding the risk of pollution.

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sustainable agricultural production principles

Principles and conditions of organic and sustainable agricultural production.

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Cross-sector

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biology

Tissues, cells, and functions of plant and animal organisms and their interdependencies and interactions with each other and the environment.

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civil engineering

The engineering discipline that studies the design, construction and maintenance of naturally built works such as roads, buildings, and canals.

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design principles

The elements used in design such as unity, scale, proportion, balance, symmetry, space, form, texture, colour, light, shade and congruence and their application into practice.

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environmental legislation

The environmental policies and legislation applicable in a certain domain.

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integrated food-energy systems

The integration of food and energy production into farming or food production systems.

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pollution prevention

The processes used to prevent pollution: precautions to pollution of the environment, procedures to counter pollution and associated equipment, and possible measures to protect the environment.

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product data management

The use of software to track all information concerning a product such as technical specifications, drawings, design specifications, and production costs.

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Optional skills and competences 19 competences

Occupation specific

0 competences

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Sector-specific

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advise on irrigation projects

Advise on the construction of irrigation projects. Review contractor orders to ensure the compatibility of the design with installation concepts and pre-existent grounds master plan. Monitor the contractor's work.

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design an artificial lighting system

Investigate and design an artificial lighting system based on daylight, timer, or occupation of spaces, taking into account any technical specifications and restrictions, such as power quality and energy efficiency and the influence of used materials in light bulbs or LEDs on environment.

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provide advice to farmers

Provide technical and economical advice in order to optimise the quality and production of agricultural products.

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use agronomic modelling

Build and apply physical and mathematical formulae in order to study farmer's fertilisation, manage irrigation scheduling, define breeding targets, support cultivation choices in a given environment and evaluate the environmental performance of crop productions.

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Cross-sector

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advise on pollution prevention

Advise individuals and organisations on the development and implementation of actions which aid in the prevention of pollution and its related risks.

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analyse test data

Interpret and analyse data collected during testing in order to formulate conclusions, new insights or solutions.

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assess environmental impact

Monitor environmental impacts and carry out assessments in order to identify and to reduce the organisation's environmental risks while taking costs into account.

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conduct performance tests

Conduct experimental, environmental and operational tests on models, prototypes or on the systems and equipment itself in order to test their strength and capabilities under normal and extreme conditions.

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control production

Plan, coordinate, and direct all production activities to insure the goods are made on time, in correct order, of adequate quality and composition, starting from intake goods up to shipping.

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create technical plans

Create detailed technical plans of machinery, equipment, tools and other products.

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design prototypes

Design prototypes of products or components of products by applying design and engineering principles.

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develop agricultural policies

Develop programmes for development of new technologies and methodologies in agriculture, as well as the development and implementation of improved sustainability and environmental awareness in agriculture.

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draft design specifications

List the design specifications such as materials and parts to be used and a cost estimate.

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maintain agricultural machinery

Maintain agricultural facilities and equipment in order to ensure that it is clean and in safe, working order. Perform routine maintenance on equipment and adjust or repair when necessary, using hand and power tools. Replace defective parts components or systems.

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oversee construction project

Make sure that the construction project is carried out in compliance with the building permit, the execution plans, the performance and design specifications, and the relevant regulations.

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perform test run

Perform tests putting a system, machine, tool or other equipment through a series of actions under actual operating conditions in order to assess its reliability and suitability to realise its tasks, and adjust settings accordingly.

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record test data

Record data which has been identified specifically during preceding tests in order to verify that outputs of the test produce specific results or to review the reaction of the subject under exceptional or unusual input.

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research improvement of crop yields

Study crop production in order to discover the best way to plant, gather, and cultivate crops to increase productivity.

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use CAD software

Use computer-aided design (CAD) systems to assist in the creation, modification, analysis, or optimisation of a design.

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