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Latvia University of Agriculture

Faculty of Rural Engineering

Doctorate Study Programme

Civil Engineering (IKK 51582)

Resumptive Report of Self-Estimation

Years 2005-2010

Jelgava 2010

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Contents

Introduction 3

Perspective estimation of the doctorate study programme 4

Estimation and organization of the programme 5

Aims and tasks of the study programme 5

Organization of the study programme 6

Students of the doctorate programme 7

Academic staff of the doctorate study programme 7

Source of funds and provision of the infrastructure 9

Selection of the academic staff, renewal, teaching and development 9

Internal quality control of the doctorate study programme “Civil Engineering” 10

Involvement of the students for improvement of the doctorate study programme 11

Cooperation within the framework of doctorate study programme in Latvia and abroad 12

Development of doctorate study programme in Civil Engineering sciences 13

Self-Estimation 14 Appendix 16

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Introduction

The Faculty of Rural Engineering (LIF) is a structural unit of Latvia University of Agriculture (LLU) providing for the academic and higher professional education, as well as carrying out the scientific research work. The activities of the faculty are aimed to the development of a sustainable environment to meet the comprehensive demands of the society. Technologies and methods of a sufficiently high level (having a suitable material – technical basis) are used both for the teaching and research work being improved permanently.

The speciality of civil engineering includes the following study programmes:

� Bachelor Study Program

� 2nd Level ProfessionalHigher Education Study Program

� Master Study Program

� Doctorate Study Programm

Persons acquired the Master degree in Civil Engineering or in a relevant engineering science, may apply for the Doctorate studies in civil engineering science.

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Perspective estimation of the doctorate study program The elaboration of the promotion works in the Civil Engineering science is based both on theoretical studies and experimental research work. While assessing the succession of the staff in Civil Engineering science and the demand for up-to-date scientific research promoting the development in construction branch and rural environment in Latvia, the doctorate program may be estimated as a really necessary one. The particular attention has been paid to the coordination of the individual research work topics of the doctoral students with the development tendencies in the Civil Engineering science linked with the general trends of Latvia. The areas of research activities to be pointed out as the more actual are the following:

� elaboration and investigation of construction materials incorporated by particular properties, a considerable industrial interest and competitiveness using the local and recyclable raw materials for production,

� saving of energy and environmental resources,

� integrated development of strategy and technology of construction linked with the prospective developments of European Union.

The main task of the doctorate study program of Civil Engineering science is to increase the cooperation of an international level. It is necessary to promote the development of integrated doctoral programs in which the research object and workshop of experiments are located in Latvia while the theoretical background has been elaborated in cooperation with the researchers of foreign universities at an internationally recognized level of scientific research in the given sub-branch. In this relation the significant improvements of the laboratory equipment have been realized as it is mentioned in the report of the International Accreditation Commission. For the last years both the managers of the faculty and the academic staff have paid a serious attention in order to accomplish this task.

The Doctorate study program has been elaborated basing to the constitution of Latvia Republic in accordance of the “Law on Higher Education” and “Law on Scientific Activities”. It is created by taking into consideration the rules No. 1001 by the Cabinet of Ministers of Latvia Republic “Regulation on the order and criteria of promotion” from December 27, 2005 as well as regarding the standards of international scientific qualification. The program has been developed according to the standard of the doctorate study program of LLU certified on October 11, 2006; as well as in accordance with the statute of doctoral studies of LLU from March 13, 2002, and by incorporating the doctorate study program in the civil engineering science for the years 2003-2010. The instructions outlined by the accreditation experts (year 2003) of LLU doctorate study program have been taken into consideration while developing and improving the programme. The current international accreditation of the doctorate study program of Civil Engineering science will expire on December 31, 2010.

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Estimation and organization of the program

Aims and tasks of the study program

The aim of the doctorate program is to provide for the change of generations in Civil Engineering institutions and the academic staff of the the Faculty of Rural Engineering as well. The aim of studies and investigations is to ensure that the young researchers

� to be able to advance, formulate, investigate and carry out the solutions of the problems according to the principles of scientific research work;

� would have the erudition in the methods of general and specific scientific research work;

� would have an intimate knowledge in the chosen branch of science and could offer their original contribution in its development;

� could take part in a wider scientific context on the national and international scale regarding the corresponding quality of their scientific research work;

� could work independently, as well as to cooperate succesfully with other scientists in the collaboration projects;

� could acquire some experience and skills for the pedagogical work in order to be able to report clearly on the results of their scientific work both for the national auditorium and the international one as well;

� could elaborate and hand in his/her promotion work for obtaining the scientific degree of the Doctor.

The problem to be solved during the education of young scientists in the doctorate program is to provide the training of relevant skills in the applied engineering and/or fundamental scientific investigations, to develop the skills of the pedagogical work in a good academic level, what lead to:

� qualitative investigations and the creation of a new scientific cognitions in the material science, technology of construction materials, in structural engineering, geodesy and construction processes; � acquiring the advanced pedagogical and administrative skills; � taking part in international academic activities; � the preparation of qualitative papers on scientific investigations carried out and the elaboration of their promotion work.

Research areas and degree to be awarded

The specific research areas listed below and recommended for doctorate studies in Civil Engineering Science at the Faculty of Rural Engineering are harmonized with the defined sub-branches of Civil Engineering Science in Latvia:

� Construction materials and construction technology

� Structural analysis

� Building structures

� Geodesy

� Heating, gas and water supplying engineering systems.

The scientific degree to be awarded- Doctor of engineering sciences (Dr.Sc.Eng.).

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Organization of the study program Doctorate studies are organized according to the doctorate regulations of LLU and the “Standard of Doctorate Study Program of LLU”. Doctorate studies are organized and supervised by the Vice-Rector of Sciences of LLU, by the department of Doctoral studies of the university as well as by the Council of Faculty of Rural Engineering and related departments.

The duration of the Doctoral studies is 3 years for full-time studies. The duration of the Doctoral studies of full-time and part-time financed by physical and juridical persons are not limited. The applying for procedure has been determined by doctorate regulations. The promotion examinations in foreign language, branch and sub-branch of science are opened, and the examination commission consists of 3 doctors of sciences accepted by the Vice-Rector of Sciences.

The most essential part of the doctorate studies is scientific research. For carrying out the scientific research, it is available to use the teaching and research facilities and equipment of LLU and the information sources from the stock of Fundamental Library of LLU, National Library of Latvia, and Latvian Academic Library, as well as the technical and financial support of the enterprises interested in the results of the investigations.

The study programs envisage theoretical investigation (lectures and individual work), development of practical skills (laboratory works, seminars and industrial training), pedagogical activities (lectures, tutorials), and carrying out scientific research primarily. In order to increase dramatically the personal contribution to scientific research, the amount of the scientific work has been increased up to 90...100 CP for the training process, but the required amount of credits for the theoretical studies is reduced up to 20...30 CP (Table 1).

Table 1

Doctorate study programme in civil engineering science

Study Courses Assessment Extent

Credits (CP)

1. Theoretical studies 20 ... 30

Special course of professional foreign language Examination 4

Research methods Credit Test 4

Special course of branch of science Examination 8

Selected special courses of science * Examination 8

Planning of investigations and data analysis Credit Test 2

2. Scientific work

Research, presentation of research results at scientific conferences, preparation and drawing up the promotion work

90 ... 100

Total 120 * Special courses related to individual research topics

The promotion works are accepted for defence and examined by the Promotion Council of the related sub-branch of science approved by the Latvia Council of Sciences. In the Faculty of Rural Engineering of LLU, there is the Promotion Council in the sub-branch of hydrology, hydrotechnics and water management, which may be extended by involving some experts from other branches of engineering sciences. According to the cooperation agreements concluded

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between the Faculty of Rural Engineering of LLU, Institute of Polymer Mechanics of Latvia University (LU) and the Institute of Construction and Reconstruction of Riga Technical University (RTU), the defence of promotion works may be realised also under Promotion Councils of LU or RTU. Degree of Doctor of engineering sciences (Dr.Sc.Eng) may be awarded after a successful defence of the promotion work.

The realization of the doctorate study programme in civil engineering sciences tales place by use of the former experience of Latvia civil engineering as well as that of the doctorate students of foreign universities. The principal attention in the practical realization of the programme is dedicated to the fact, that the claimants of the civil engineering doctorate degree would be able to carry out the scientific research on the level of the present requirements of the science. The doctorate studies are being specialized while increasing the independent work.

While comparing the doctorate programme of civil engineering sciences of LLU with that of Northen states (Denmark, Norway, Finland, Sweden), one of the differencies is that in their universities the duration of doctorate studies is 4 years. It offers 3 year investigation programme, and the 4th year goes on summarizing the results and drawing up the promotion work. In the Latvia universities LU, RTU as well as in the Vilnius Technical University the realization of the doctorate programmes proceeds like as it is in LLU, by paying a larger attention to the scientific investigation.

Students of the doctorate programme The doctoral students listed below were involved in the study programme during the years from 2003 up to 2007 :

Andris Vulans (applicant from 2003),- number of publications – 8;

Atis Vallis (applicant from 2004),- number of publications – 5;

Auseklis Gailums (applicant from 2005),- number of publications – 3.

Due to unfavourable coincidence of financial and domestic reasons the doctoral students listed above have interrupted their studies.

Now there are 5 doctorate students involved in the study programme, including 3 first year students and 2 second year students. The research topics developed by the doctorate students are as follows:

Normunds Osītis, “Wall structure having an effective sound and heat insulation properties”

Andris Veinbergs, “Multi-layered enclousure structure having a layer of foam gypsum for sound insulation”

Ulvis SkadiĦš, “Inelastic behaviour and durability of steel fibre reinforced concrete”

MārtiĦš Fībigs, “Optimization of energy consumption in cattle-sheds for the climatic zones of Latvia”

Raitis Brencis, “Pore size effect on physical mechanical properties of foam gypsum”

Academic staff of the doctorate study programme An academic staff of high scientific qualification of LLU takes part in the realisation of the doctorate study program of civil engineering science. The leading professors of the faculty, associated professors and assistant professors including doctors of engineering sciences, state professors – 4; doctors of engineering sciences, associated professors – 8; doctors of engineering sciences (Table 2) supervise the doctorate students and offer the study subjects and topics.

The scientific supervisors of the doctorate students take part in working out the grants of Latvia Council of Science as well as they participate in the execution of international projects and carry out the investigations demanded by the market. The projects are connected with the safety of

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buildings and structures and the optimization considering effects of mechanical loading and the environment impact as well.

The problems to be solved:

• Increasing of the Internet connection places available during the day;

• Increasing of the technical capability of computers and supplying the comprehensive engineering programs (ANSIS, NISA, COSMOS, etc.);

• Increasing the exploitation of equipment for testing full scale structures or models;

• To acquire and investigate the approatpriness of structures for the renovation ensured by the cooperation agreements with the foreign business companies agencies located in Latvia.

Table 2

The academic staff for doctorate program of civil engineering science and courses to be presented

Name Academic degree,

position Courses

Daina Grasmane

Larisa MaĜinovska

Imants Liepa

Irina Arhipova

Līga Paura

Jānis Brauns

Juris Skujāns

Guntis Andersons

Jānis Kreilis

Artūrs Lešinskis

Ēriks Tilgalis

Dr.Paed., Assoc.Prof.

Dr.Paed., Assoc.Prof.

Dr.Habil.Sc.ing., Prof.

Dr.Sc.ing., Assoc.Prof.


Dr.Habil.Sc.ing., Prof.

Dr.Sc.ing., Prof.





English for Researchers

Research methods

Construction Materials and Structures Planning of Experiments and Data

Analysis Concrete Composites and Composite

Structures

Construction Materials and Technologies

Technologies of Heat&Sound Insulation Materials and Products

Soil Mechanics and Behaviour of Structural Elements on elastic

foundation

Modelling and Calculation of Engineering Systems of Buildings

Energetics of Buildings and Optimization

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Source of funds and provision of an infrastructure Good progressing full-time doctorate students financed from the state budget receive the scholarship stated by the related regulations of Latvia Republic. Besides that, the doctorate students have the right to apply for financial support from European Social Funds. In order to improve the provision of doctorate students in the immediate future it is necessary:

� to obtain the additional funding from Ministry of education and science granted on the basis of the agreement;

� a wider use of grants awarded by Latvia Academy of Science for doctoral students;

� to prolong the time of doctoral studies up to 4 years.

In order to provide for the research work of doctoral students in civil engineering science, equipment for measuring deformation, temperature, moisture content and other physical parameters aided by data processing devices, as well as up-to-date geodetic apparatus have been supplied. For research works in building reconstruction the doctorate students have equipment for detecting steel reinforcement, equipment for the non-destructive strength tests of concrete, gauges for measuring the moisture content of materials as well as the device for the measurement of the heat flow in multi-layered structures. For the experimental tests of mechanical properties of materials as well as to observe the behaviour of structural elements under load the doctoral students use the testing equipment of the faculty of Rural Engineering. They take part in the execution of cooperation agreements with the agencies of foreign business companies in Latvia – AB Svenska SIKA, BAYOSAN Wachter GmbH & Co and others.

During the study year 2006/2007 the reinforced concrete floor structure has been built and steel portal frames were installed to test the full scale structures, as well as the personal computers for mobile use were supplied for the data processing. During the study year 2007/08 due to financial support both from European Social Funds and Regional Development Fund a test equipment Zwick for mechanical testing and modelling of construction materials and structures has been supplied and set to work. The Zwick equipment has been used for testing large scale construction products or structures (“sandwich”panels, frameworks of wells, masonry blocks etc.).

Selection of the academic staff, renewal, teaching and development One of the tasks pointed out realising the doctorate program is to ensure the change of generation of the academic staff of Faculty of Rural Engineering including those involved in the realisation of current programme and the education of young scientists. It is a normal practice when current professionals- doctors and habilitation doctors of science transfer their experience of pedagogical and research work to doctorate students. It is the most effective idea that when the experimental and theoretical research works have been organized and executed together with doctorate students. As result of this cooperation the young doctors of science due to their scientific erudition incorporate adequately a wider scientific context of both national and international scale.

The authorities of the Faculty of Rural Engineering as well as the academic staff promote the involvement of the doctorate students in the pedagogical work with the undergraduate and master level students, they have been included in international projects, in projects of Latvia Council of Science and into contracts related to scientific research.

Almost every doctorate student of civil engineering sciences carry out some tuition duties at the faculty simultaneously. For example, Normunds Osītis, a doctorate student at the Department of Architecture and Construction, leads a programme “Auditing Process of Energy” at Life Learning Center of Latvia University of Agriculture, and he takes part in supervising diploma projects and reviewing them as well. Ulvis Skadinš, a doctorate student at the Department of Structural Engineering, conducts the classes of practical design for 3rd

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year undergraduate full-time civil engineering students, and delivers the course “Concrete and Masonry Structures” for the 4th year part-time students of higher professional civil engineering programme. Martinš Fibigs, a doctorate student at the Department of Architecture and Construction, delivers the courses “Agricultural Buildings” and “Farm Buildings” for both full-time and part-time undergraduate students, and he conducts tutorials for the computer-aided design with AUTOCAD. Armands Celms, a doctorate student of the sub-branch “Geodesy” delivers lectures and conducts the tutorials in geodesy for the students of Faculty of Rural Engineering.

Raitis Brencis, Andris Veinbergs un Normunds Osītis, the doctorate students at the Department of Architecture and Construction have taken part in the preparation and realisation of some projects:

1) Project of ERAF „Improvement of Scientific Infrastructure at LLU”, id.Nr. LLU AK 2008/02;

Some laboratories for testing acoustic properties and energy transmission have been built up in the framework of project for the tuition of students in the related courses of building acoustics and effectiveness of energy consumption. The laboratory of building physics has been supplied with new facilities for tuition of civil engineering students.

2) „Science and Innovations”, Action 2.1.1. „Elaboration of new composites and building product systems on the basis of foam gypsum with the fiber reinforcement of vegetable raw materials”;

3) Project „Formation for cooperation of science and industry in Jelgava and Shaulia” supported by Latvia – Lithuania Cross Border Cooperation Programme ERAF 2007 – 2013 from European Regional Development Funds (ERDF).

The doctorate students take an active part in teaching, research and public activities at the faculty demonstrating their attention to the pedagogical work and are hopeful that they will continue successfully the work of older colleagues. In its turn it is provided by the University that the doctorate studies are organized promoting the accelerated preparation of a new generation of scientists and academic staff focused for innovations.

Internal quality control of the doctorate study programme “Civil Engineering” Self-control and assessment of quality - it is a continuous process of perfection. It is necessary for the development:

1) to study all processes of activity;

2) to establish the mechanism for the perfection of every special process; 3) to involve everybody of staff in the development of process.

The quality of study process has been assessed at the meeting of the Council of Faculty of Rural Engineering. Any application for a new study program (including necessity and motivation, content of program, extent, comparison with the current ones) as well as for a new study course (including course content, credits, compliance of related academic staff with the aims of study programm) has been discussed and approved at the meeting of the Council of Faculty after the serious preparation of materials.

Before the presentation of the results at the meeting of the Council of Faculty the problems of doctorate study programme have been discussed at the meetings of departments of architecture and construction, and of structural engineering in viting related professionals from other departments. The problems dealt with study process have been developed (content of courses, methodology of lectures, tutorials, workshops etc.) as well as the issues of strategy and further development of the faculty are discussed, and some documents have been prepared for the aproval procedure at the council and Senate of LLU.

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It is necessary for the improvements of internal quality system to implement the annual audit of the study process and the research work including regular reports on the current situation. It is necessary to increase the role of potential employers when assessing the study programs and its content, thereby improving the link „students – instructor – employer – graduate”. During the last years the convent of the counsellors has been established for the discussions on the content of study programs as well as into solving some financial querries.

A relevant role in the internal control of higher education pertains is the individual examination of academic staff. It is also realised through the doctorate programs of LLU. The general forms of the control are as follows:

• questionnaires of students;

• requirements for improvement of qualification of academic staff;

• control of study process.

Involvement of the students for the improvement of the doctorate study programme It is necessary to promote for the development of integrated doctoral programs by providing the research object and workshop of experiments are located in Latvia while the theoretical background has been elaborated in the cooperation with the researchers of foreign universities on internationally recognized level of scientific research in the given sub-branch. In this relation the significant improvements of the laboratory equipment have been realized as it is mentioned in the previous report of the International Accreditation Commission.

Doctorate students of civil engineering sciences take part in the activities for the improvements and readjustments of research infrastructure. Ulvis Skadinš, a doctorate student of the Department of Structural Engineering, has taken part in some jobs related to supplying and testing Zwick/Roel mechanical digital testing machine for full-scale models, and he carried out some required experiments, as well. Raitis Brencis, Andris Veinbergs and Normunds Ositis, the doctorate students, have been involved in the activities aimed for the improvement of facilities of laboratory of building physics. There are some units of equipment supplied and mastered by:

1) testing facilities for laboratory of building physics;

2) testing facilities for acoustics;

3) Climatic chamber fitted with software package for programming, logging and supervision of test chamber;

4) digital microscope;

5) digital surface microscope with data processing device.

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Cooperation within the framework of doctorate study programme in Latvia and abroad Cooperation between the establishments of higher education in Latvia takes place according to agreements concluded between the Faculty of Rural Engineering of LLU and Institute of Polymer Mechanics of Latvia University, and with the Faculty of Civil Engineering of Riga Technical University. There is a developed cooperation with the Vilnius Technical University, University of Oslo, University of Tartu, Lithuania University of Agriculture and Estonian University of Life Sciences - the professors of the Faculty of Rural Engineering take part in the Promotion Councils as experts and reviewers of the research works of partner university doctorates. A full-scale cooperation in some research areas takes place with partners of Helsinki University of Technology, University of Oslo, Chalmers University of Technology and Technical University of Warsaw.

The cooperation between the universities takes place in some specific research areas:

� a gradual coordination and progressing integration of the doctorate study programs according to their structure and content;

� delivery of lectures (free of charge) of doctorate courses;

� cooperation in reviewing and assessing procedure of publications and promotion works;

� participation of doctoral students in the scientific conferences organized by partner universities and publication of correspondingly prepared papers in proceedings;

� cooperation in organizing research projects.

Under the framework of cooperation directions accepted by the supervisors of doctorate study programs it is envisaged to develop the cooperation with the academic staff of the universities in Estonia and Lithuania:

� organization of annual international scientific conferences of young scientists of Baltic states;

� publication of full texts of qualitative prepared papers in the proceedings under the supervision of international scientific committee;

� intensive traineeship and discussions between doctorate students in the universities of neighbouring countries.

Activities of international cooperation in research area:

� participation in organization and in the sessions of scientific conferences (Vilnius Technical University, Kaunas University of Technology, Estonian University of Life Sciences) ;

� reviewing and assessing promotion works (University of Oslo, Vilnius Technical University, University of Tartu);

� reviewing scientific papers (magazines “Civil Engineering and Management”, “Engineering Structures and Technologies”, Proceedings of Riga Technical University etc.) ;

� participation in special issues of magazine “Journal of Constructional Steel Research”;

� preparation of 4 scientific papers for publication in the encyclopedia “Encyclopaedia of Materials: Science and Technology”, Elsevier;

� to meet one’s commitments of editorial boards: both magazine “Engineering Structures and Technologies” and Proceedings of scientific papers of LLU.

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Activities of international cooperation in education area:

� exchange of both experience and teaching aids of postgraduate and doctorate study programs in civil engineering sciences (Estonian University of Life Sciences, Vilnius Technical University, Helsinki Technical University, Technical University of Stockholm, Chalmers University of Technology, University of Oslo) ;

� participation in Germany-Latvia Twinning Contract “Implementation of Eurocodes in Structural Design Practice in Latvia”; discussions in workshops, preparation of structural design standards, lectures for civil engineers of Latvia;

� performing activities following the bilateral agreements of LLP/ERASMUS with Avans Hogeschool's-Hertogenbosch University of Netherlands and other universities).

Activities in cooperation with universities of Latvia, business companies, institutions and professional boards :

� participation in the organization of scientific conferences including framework of postgraduate and doctorate study programs (Riga Technical University, Institute of Polymer Mechanics of Latvia University) ;

� cooperation with agencies of the foreign business companies in Latvia – AB Svenska SIKA, BAYOSAN Wachter GmbH & Co and others;

� cooperation with design offices;

� cooperation with academic and professional organizations (Society of Material research, Latvian Association of Civil Engineers, Latvian Concrete Association, National Association of Mechanics etc.) .

Development of doctorate study programme in Civil Engineering sciences Tasks for organizing of doctoral studies:

� mastering the doctorate study program and elaboration of the possible variants of external studies for the academic staff not acquired for doctoral degree with the purpose to promote the progress of his/her career;

� to draw in doctorate studies everybody of erudith young women or men having both the Master’s degree and sufficient intellectual potential for mastering the research work in doctoral studies;

� with the purpose to increase the level of lecturers in civil engineering educational establishments (colleges), it is recommended to involve related persons of the teaching staff for mastering the doctoral studies;

� to popularize the doctoral study programmes in ministries, agencies and companies where the civil engineering professionals are employed;

� to work out the proposals for the regulations of the staffing in the institutions organized and supervised by both the Ministry of Regional Development and Local Government and the Ministry of Economics:

1) to include the requirement for holding the scientific degree as one of the most significant stimulating factor and the precondition for the development of the career,

2) the salary of the staff would be differentiated by taking into consideration the academic and scientific qualification;

� to draw in the doctoral students in the projects conducted by the researchers of the faculty.

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Tasks for the doctoral students to achieve the aim of the program: � full mastering of skills to use both classical and comprehensive methods for

engineering investigations, cooperating with the Engineering Expertise Centre as well as with industrial enterprises;

� to extend the understanding and improve the extent of knowledge in material sciences and structural analysis as well the skills for the use of numerical methods in the solution of research problems;

� to achieve a good standard of foreign languages in research and educational work;

� to carry out the investigations on advanced topics in civil engineering science promoting the development of national economy;

� to publish the results of investigations in scientific issues and to make presentations in international scientific conferences;

� to work out and hand in the promotion work prepared and fulfilled up-to high scientific and technical level.

Self-Estimation The implementation of the doctorate study program goes on according to the recommendations of experts of International Accreditation Commission and corresponds to requirements stated, and aims and tasks advanced. The studies of doctorate program in Civil Engineering are organised according to the regulations of Doctorate studies in LLU and to the standard of doctorate programs of LLU. The research works carried out by the doctorate students correspond to the level of investigations carried out in the countries of European Union. The leading scientists of LIF are able to ensure successfully a qualitative supervision of the doctorate student work. As aesult the specialists of high qualification are educated ready to take jobs in the university and institutions of Latvia, foreign enterprises and institutions and organisations of European Union.

It is necessary to state the public procurement in civil engineering in order to attain some balance between the amount of research topics to be provided for different branches, to promote the solving of the problems of high priority having some financial support from Latvian Council of Science. Transferring to the unique system of scientific degree like in Sweden and Finland the preparation of high qualified professionals would be expected more intesively and of lower expenses.

Strong points

During the period of time to be assessed the material resources of civil engineering study programmes have been improved: the laboratories are supplied by a new measurement and testing facilities, computer classes are completed with corresponding techniques and software. The cooperation with foreign universities and Latvia ones has been extended (participation in conferences, publications etc.).

It is remarkable that the procurement of libraries with scientific and professional text books has been improved essentially. The univertsity and departments allocate the funds for supplying new text books. The students have the possibility to use the Internet connection of sufficiently high speed for data processing. The material resources for computer classes have been extended continuously supplying new new high processing computers and software as well. Professors and lecturers of civil engineering are issuing 4-6 new written training aids and/or text books. The priority of last year activities is supplying and set up of facilities for laboratories of testting and modelling of structures and building physics using the European Structural Funds. During the period of time to be reported the testing equipment for full scale structures or models has been installed and introduced into operation. Applying procedure for doctorate studies has been opened around the year. It is concluded that step by step the interest increases, the motivation

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improves for extending his/her knowledge base and qualification in the conditions of comprehensive labour market. Besides that an increasing of the salaries for academic staff of LLU has been a good practice. Six persons have been applied successfully for the doctorate studies in civil engineering sciences.

Weak points

The experiment is one of the most significant parts in civil engineering research. Presently the weaker point in the structure of resources of the study programme is the acquirement of laboratory equipment and facilities perfectly for fundamental research. The laboratory staff trained for the purpose has been required to complete this job.

Due to the unsufficient funds for studies the students are working simultaneously in the industry, therefore there may be some interruption of studies for a definite time, the acquirement of study program has been delayed and consequently the deadline of completition and defence of promotion work moves away. There is a lack of interest among students for the traineeship in foreign universities due to unsufficient language skills. Many professors of LIF are associated for partial staff only and it is the reason sometimes for incuring the collaboration between the doctorate student and his/her scientific supervisor.

A number of doctorate students in the programme of civil engineering sciences is not reasonable and subjected to annual changes. The result is that the most goal-directed and capable ones take part in the research work. That is linked with the low prestige of the academic education in this country and with the unsufficient salaries for the starting years of the academic career. These reasons are often observed, reducing the motivation of the doctorate students to continue their studies.

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Latvia University of Agriculture

Announcement For acreditation of

Doctorate Study Programme Civil Engineering

APPENDIX

Jelgava, LLU, 2010

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Appendix 1

Registration Certificate of Educational Establishment

Licence of Study Program Paper of Acreditation

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Appendix 2

Resolutions of LLU’s Senate Related to Acceptance of Self-Estimation Report of

Study Programs

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Appendix 3

Collaboration Agreement With Riga Technical University (RTU) On Educational

Options

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Appendix 4


(Full-Time Studies – 3 years)

Extent per semester, KP

Study Courses A

sses

smen

t

Ext

ent,

KP

1.se

m.

2.se

m.

3. s

em.

4.se

m.

5. s

em

6. s

em.

1. Theoretical studies 28 Special course of professional foreign language

EK 4 2 2

Research methods IE 4 2 2 Special course of branch of science EK 8 4 4 Selected special course of science * EK 8 4 4 Planning of investigations and data analysis

IE 2 2

2. Scientific work 92 Research, preparation and drawing up the promotion work

Publication of research results Presentation of research results

Total(1+2) 120 * Special course selected by doctorate student regarding his/her research topics.


(Part-Time Studies – 4 years)

Extent per semester, KP

Study Courses A

sses

smen

t

Ext

ent,

KP

1.se

m.

2.se

m.

3. s

em.

4.se

m.

5. s

em

6. s

em.

1. Theoretical studies 28 Special course of professional foreign language

EK 4 2 2

Research methods IE 4 2 2 Special course of branch of science EK 8 4 4 Selected special course of science * EK 8 4 4 Planning of investigations and data analysis

IE 2 2

2. Scientific work 92 Research, preparation and drawing up the promotion work

Publication of research results Presentation of research results

Total(1+2) 120 * Special course selected by doctorate student regarding his/her research topics.

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Appendix 5

DEPARTMENTS INVOLVED IN REALISATION OF STUDY PROGRAM

№ Department Faculty Activities

1 Department of Architecture and Construction

LIF

Supervision of Promotion Works, Leading of special courses

2 Department of Structural Engineering

LIF

Supervision of Promotion Works, Leading of special courses

3 Department of Sylviculture MŽ Leading of special courses

4 Department of Languages SZF Leading of special courses

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Appendix 6

STUDENTS OF THE DOCTORATE PROGRAMME

Qualification 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010

Doctorate Students

6

6

4

4

5

7

NUMBER OF DOCTORATE STUDENTS FOR YEARS 2009-2010

Study Program 1st-Year 2nd-Year 3rd-Year

Doctorate studies

2

3

2

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Appendix 7

TOPICS OF PROMOTION WORKS (2004 – 2010)

1. Auseklis Gailums “Improvement of hygromechanical and strength properties in renovation of structures”;

2. Juris Gr īnvalds “Moisture migration in walls and controlling systems”;

3. Madars ZariĦš “Energetic optimisation of microclimate systems in multi-storey buildings”;

4. Aldis Cimmermanis “Optimisation of constructive solidity of insulation structures”;

5. Armands Celms “Surveying analysis of the precise State levelling network and height systems beginning level determination”;

6. Andris Vul āns “Development of building technology for low storey buildings”;

7. Atis Vallis “Stability control and prognosis of State geodesic 0 and I classes networks”;

8. Normunds Osītis “Wall constructions with effective heat and acoustic insulation”;

9. Andris Veinbergs “Multilayer boundary construction with a foamed gypsum layer applied for sound isolation”;

10. Ulvis SkadiĦš “ Inelastic behaviour and durability of steel fibre reinforced concrete”;

11. Mārti Ħš Fībigs “Optimization of energy consumption for Cattle buildings in three regions of Latvia”;

12. Raitis Brencis “Pore size effect on physical and mechanical properties of foam gypsum”;

13. Ēriks Kr ūmiĦš “Energy Resource Consumption Optimization in Public Buildings“.

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CONTRIBUTION OF DOCTORATE STUDENTS (2010– 2004)

ARMANDS CELMS

PubliCATIONS

1. Celms A., Kronbergs M., (2008) Results of levelling of first order lines in the eastern part of Latvia. In: BALTIC SURVEYING `08, Proceedings of International scientific methodical conference, Jelgava, LUA, ISBN – 978-9984-784-70-0, pp. 22-27.

2. Целмс A., Бхелфрича Б., Кронбергс M. (2007) Результаты нивелирования I класса в западной части Латвии (Results of levelling of first order lines in the west territory of Latvia) In: BALTIC SURVEYING `07, Proceedings of International scientific methodical conference, Kaunas, ISBN 978-9955-448-85-3, pp.14-18.

3. Celms A. (2005) The Analysis of the X Polygon of the First Order Levelling Network. In: International Conference “Modern Progress of Geodetic Sciences and Industry, proceedings.Lviv, UDK 528, pp. 117- 122

4. Celms A., Kaminskis J., (2005) Leveling results of first order line Kolka – Rucava. In: BALTIC SURVEYING ’05, International scientific-methodical conference, proceedings. Jelgava, LUA ISBN – 9984-596-94-X, pp.165-170

5. Celms A., Kaminskis J., (2005) Comparison of the Leveling results in line Kolka – Rucava. In: The 6th International Conference “Enviromental Engineering” proceedings. Vilnius Gediminas Technical University ISBN 9986-05-851-1, pp.831-835

6. Celms A. (2005) Assessment of elevation diffrences of precised levelling between different epochs of measurements. In The International Conference “Cadastre, Photogrametry, Geoinformatics – modern tehnologies and Development perspectives” proceedings.Lviv, ISSN – 0130-1039, pp.113-117

JURIS GRĪNVALDS

Publikācijas

1. IĜjins U., Andersons G., Skujāns J., Gr īnvalds J. (2005) Examination of humidity sources in ventilation model of the roof. Proceedings of Intern. Scient. Conf. “Civil Engineering ’05”, Jelgava, Latvia, 196 – 200.

ATIS VALLIS

Publikācijas

1. Zuments R. U., Vallis A. (2005) Fundamental reference frame of republic of Latvia, Baltic Surveying 05 International Scientific – Methodical conference, Proceedings Latvia University of Agriculture, Jelgava, pp. 144 – 148.

2. Vallis A. (2005) Analysis of errors affecting global positioning, Baltic Surveying 05 International Scientific – Methodical conference, Proceedings Latvia University of Agriculture, Jelgava, pp. 149 – 156.

3. Zuments R. U., Vallis A. (2005) Analysis of gps signals of 0 class points of state geodetical horizontal network, Cyчacнi дocягнeння гeoдeзичної науки та

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виробництва, Геодезія і геодинаміка, Національний університет Лъвівcка політехніка, pp. 76 – 79.

4. Vallis A. (2005) Analysis of 0 order point measurements in 1992 and 2003 of republic of Latvia, Гeoдeзїя, картографія і аерофотознімання, Украінський міжвідомчий науково-технічний збірник, Національний університет Лъвівcка політехніка, 66’. pp. 129 – 133.

AUSEKLIS GAILUMS

Publikācijas

1. Brauns J., Gailums A. (2001). Dependence of Composite Column Strength upon Dispersion of Components’ Properties, Proceedings of 7th Intern. Scient. Conf., [Electronic resource], Vilnius, Lithuania, 5 p.

2. Brauns J., Gailums A. (2001). Abstract of 7th Intern. Scient. Conf. “Modern Building Materials, Structures and Techniques”, Dependence of Composite Column Strength upon Dispersion of Components’ Properties, Vilnius, Lithuania, 230-231.

3. Brauns J., Andersons G., Gailums A. (2005). Mitruma procesi un būvkonstrukciju renovācija (Moisture processes and renovation of structures), Proceedings of Intern. Scient. Conf. “Civil Engineering ’03”, Jelgava, Latvia, 87 – 92.

ANDRIS VULĀNS

Publikācijas

1. Skujāns J., Vulāns A., BīriĦš M., Iljins U. (2005). Putuăipša žūšanas teorētiskie un eksperimentālie pētījumi (Theoretical and experimental investigations of deficiency of foam gypsum), Proceedings of Intern. Scient. Conf. “Civil Engineering ’05”, Jelgava, Latvia, 185 – 188.

2. Skujāns J., Vulāns A., Iljins U., ĀboltiĦš A. (2007). Measurements of Heat Transfer of Multi-Layered Wall Construction with Foam Gypsum.- Applied Thermal Engineering, Volume 27, 1219. – 1224.

Citas publikācijas

1. J.Skujāns, U.IĜjins, A.Vulāns. (2005) Fibrolīts. Žurnāls „Praktiskā būvniecība”, Nr. 12. – 2 lpp. (Fibrolite. Journal “Construction in Practice”, № 12, Page 2)

2. A.Vulāns. Ēku siltināšanas iespējas. Internetā www.buvnieciba, 2005.g. - 0,34 a.l. (Feasibilities of insulation of buildings. Internet Source)

3. A.Vulāns. Jumta konstrukcija pielietojot fibrolītu. Internetā www.buvnieciba, 2005.g. - 0,30 a.l. (Roof construction using the fibrolite. Internet Source)

4. A.Vulāns. Koka karkasa – fibrolīta ēkas. Internetā www.buvnieciba, 2005.g. - 0,32 a.l. (Timber framing – fibrolite buildings. Internet Source)

5. A.Vulāns. Visas varavīksnes krāsas Jūsu griestos. Internetā www.buvnieciba, 2005.g. - 0,12 a.l. (The full rainbow colour palette on your ceiling. Internet Source)

6. A.Vulāns. Klusāks par ăipškartonu. Internetā www.buvnieciba, 2005.g. - 0,20 a.l. (More silence than with gypsum boards. Internet Source)

7. A.Vulāns. Monolītā betona konstrukcijas fibrolīta materiālu paliekošos veidĦos (MBF sistēma). Internetā www.buvnieciba, 2005.g. - 0,50 a.l. (Site-cast concrete construction in fibrolite forms (System MBF))

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RAITIS BRENCIS

Publikācijas

Skujans J., Iljins U., Ziemelis I., Gross U., Ositis N., Brencis R., Veinbergs A. and Kukuts O. (2010), Experimental Research of Foam Gypsum Acoustic Absorption and Heat Flow. – Proceedings of 4th International Conference on Safety and Environment in Process Industry, Italy, Florence, 2010, 79.-84.pp.

NORMUNDS OSĪTIS

Publikācijas

1. Skujans J., Iljins U., Ziemelis I., Gross U., Ositis N., Brencis R.,Veinbergs A. and Kukuts O. (2010), Experimental Research of Foam Gypsum Acoustic Absorption and Heat Flow. – Proceedings of 4th International Conference on Safety and Environment in Process Industry, Italy, Florence, 2010, 79.-84.pp.

ĒRIKS KRŪMI ĥŠ

Publikācijas

1. Круминъш Э., Дзелзитис Э., Лешинскис А. (2008) Обеспечение энерго-ефективности зданий – путь к экономии энергоресурсов. Сборник трудов. Высокие технологии, фундаменталъные и прикладные исследования, образование. Том 12, Санкт-Петербург, 46.-47. стр. (Provision of effective energetic building- the way for saving of energy resources. In: Collected Articles: High Technologies, Fundamental and Applied Investigations, Education. Issue 12, Sankt-Peterburg)

ULVIS SKADI ĥŠ

Publikācijas

1. SkadiĦš U., Brauns J. „Modeling of unidirectional short-fiber reinforced concrete”, Research for rural development 2010, Jelgava, (Publicēšanā), 2010.

2. SkadiĦš U. „Model based analysis of short fiber reinforced concrete”, 5th International Scientific Conference: Students on their way to science, Jelgava, p. 53, 2010.

3. Brauns J., SkadiĦš U. „Bond strength investigation and modeling in steel fibre concrete”, Mechanics of composite materials, Rīga, p. 53, 2010.

4. Brauns J., SkadiĦš U. „Semi-analytical modelling of SFRC in flexure”, Proceedings of the 16th Baltic Building Symposium, Tartu, pp. 37-44, 2009.

ANDRIS VEINBERGS

Publikācijas

1. Iljins U., Skujāns J., Ziemelis I., Gross U., Veinbergs A. (2009) Theoretical and Experimental Research on Foam Gypsum Drying Process. Chemical Engineering Transactions. Proceedings of Conference on Process Integration ‘09, Modelling and Optimisation for Energy Saving and Pollution Reduction. Rome, Italy, Volume 17, pp 1735 – 1740.

2. J.Skujāns, U.Iljins, I.Ziemelis, U.Gross, N.Osīts, R.Brencis, A.Veinbergs, O.Kukuts. Experimental Research of Foam Gypsum Acoustic Absorption and Heat Flow. –

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Proceedings of 4th International Conference on Safety and Environment in Process Industry, Italy, Florence, 2010, 79.-84.pp.

Citas publikācijas

1. V.Buiėis, A.Veinbergs. (2008) Ieteikumi par ăipša plākšĦu, konstrukciju, ăipša apmetumu un plātĦu lietošanu ugunsaizsardzības konstrukcijās. EM, LBS, Latvijas sausās būves un apdares darbu uzĦēmumu un meistaru biedrība – 100. lpp. (Recommendations for use of gypsum boards and plasters in fire proofing constructions. Ministry of Economics, Latvia Association of Civil Enginerers, Latvia Society of Dry Construction and Finishing)

2. A. Veinbergs. (2009) Efektīva siltināšana šodien un rīt. Latvijas būvniecība, 2009.g. decembris. (Effective insulation today and tomorrow. Construction of Latvia)

3. A. Veinbergs. (2010) ETAG 004-kvalitātes zīme siltināšanā", Latvijas būvniecība, 2010.g. janvāris. (ETAG 004- mark of quality in insulation practice. Construction of Latvia)

4. Veinbergs A., Skujāns J.(2010) Experimental Research of Foam Gypsum Acoustic Absorption and Heat Flow, Students on their Way to Science, Jelgava, 40.p.

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Appendix 9

ACADEMIC STAFF SUPERVISING OF STUDY PROGRAMME

Position Number % Scientific Degree Number %

Professors 6 43 Dr. habil. sc. ing.

Dr. sc. ing.

4

2

67

33

Asociate professors

8 57 Dr. sc. ing. 8 57

Total 14 100 14 100

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DETAILS ON ACADEMIC STAFF INVOLVED IN PROGRAMME

Course Description KP Department Name Position,

Scientific Degree

Construction Materials and Technologies

8 Department of Architecture and

Construction Institute of Informātics

Juris Skujāns Uldis IĜjins

Prof. Dr.sc.ing. Prof. Dr.habil.sc.ing.

Construction Materials and Structures

8 LIF Department of Structural Engineering

Jānis Brauns Jānis Kreilis Guntis Andersons Lilita Ozola

Prof. Dr.habil.sc.ing. Asoc. prof. Dr.sc.ing. Asoc. prof. Dr.sc.ing. Asoc. prof. Dr.sc.ing.

Design and modelling of engineering systems of buildings

8 LIF Department of Architecture

and Construction

Ēriks Tīlgalis Arturs Lešinskis

Asoc. prof. Dr.sc.ing. Asoc. prof. Dr.sc.ing.

Precise geodesy 8 Department of Architecture and

Construction

Jānis Valters Prof. Dr.habil.sc.ing.

Research methods 4 MF MK

Imants Liepa Irina Arhipova Līga Paura

Prof. Dr.habil.biol. Prof. Dr.sc.ing. Asoc. prof., Dr.agr.

Special course of professional foreign language

4 Department of Languages

Larisa MaĜinovska

Asoc. prof. Dr.sc.ing.

Technologies of heat and sound insulation materials and products

8 Department of Architecture and

Construction Institute of Informātics

Juris Skujāns Uldis IĜjins

Prof. Dr.sc.ing. Prof. Dr.habil.sc.ing.

Composite cements and complex structures


Jānis Brauns Prof. Dr.habil.sc.ing.

Planning of investigations and data analysis


Jānis Brauns Lilita Ozola

Prof. Dr.habil.sc.ing. Asoc. prof. Dr.sc.ing.

Energetics of building and optimisation


and Construction

Ēriks Tīlgalis Arturs Lešinskis

Asoc. prof. Dr.sc.ing. Asoc. prof. Dr.sc.ing.

Precise geometric levelling


and Construction

Jānis Valters Prof. Dr.habil.sc.ing.

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Appendix 10

PUBLICATIONS OF ACADEMIC STAFF

Text Books

1. Skujāns U., Iljins U., Kreilis J., Štrausa S., Buiėis V., Vulāns A., Kukuts Rokasgrāmata/Metodiskie norādījumi projektētājiem un būvētājiem „Keramzītbetona bloki ar putupolistirola siltumizolācijas starpslāni”. Jelgava, 2010.g. – 80 lpp.

1. Iljins U., Skujāns J., Andersons G., Kreilis J., Lešinskis A., Štrausa S., Vulāns A., SkadiĦš U., Grants V. Paliekošo veidĦu sistēma „Dobeles panelis”. SIA Tenax, LLU. 2006, 160 lpp.

2. Iljins U., Skujāns J., Vulāns A. Fibrolīta materiāli. LLU, SIA Jelgavas būvniecības sistēmas, Jelgava, 2006, 61 lpp.

3. Iljins U., Skujāns J., Andersons G., Štrausa S., Vulāns A., Soika I., Grants V. SendvičpaneĜi Tenax. SIA Tenax, LLU, Jelgava, 2004, 121 lpp.

4. Iljins U., Skujāns J., Štrausa S., Vulāns A., Tenapors. Dobele, Jelgava, 2002., 99 lpp.

5. J. Brauns. Tērauda un tēraudbetona konstrukcijas. Eirokodeksi EC3 un EC4 konstrukciju projektēšanā, – Jelgava: LLU, 2004. – 85 lpp.

6. J. Brauns. Tērauda konstrukcijas. Eirokodekss EC3 konstrukciju projektēšanā, – Jelgava: LLU, 2008. – 146 lpp.

7. J. Brauns. Stiegrota betona konstrukcijas. Eirokodekss EC2 konstrukciju projektēšanā, – Jelgava: LLU, 2007. – 173 lpp.

8. J. Brauns. Komplekso tēraudbetona konstrukciju projektēšana. Eirokodekss EC4 konstrukciju projektēšanā, 2010. – 100 lpp.

9. J. Brauns. Monolītā betona konstrukcijas. Projektēšana saskaĦā ar EC2, – Jelgava: LLU, 2010. – 72 lpp.

10. J. Kreilis. Tērauda konstrukcijas. Ievads projektēšanā saskaĦā ar LVS EN 1993-1-1. Vienstāva karkasa ēku konstruktīvie risinājumi un aprēėins. Jelgava: LLU, 2007.-142 lpp.

11. L. Ozola. Koka būvkonstrukciju elementi. Aprēėins un konstruēšana saskaĦā ar Eirokodeksiem (Eurocode 1, Eurocode 5).- Jelgava, LLU, 2006.- 184 lpp.

12. L. Ozola. Koka būvkonstrukciju aplēse un konstruēšana I: 1. un 5. Eirokodeksa pielietošana būvprojektēšanā.- Jelgava, LLU, 2008.- 259 lpp.

13. Ē.Tilgalis. Ūdenssaimniecība. Jelgava: LLU, 2009. - 45 lpp.

14. Ē.Tilgalis. Ūdensapgāde. Jelgava: LLU, 2008. – 184 lpp.

15. S.Štrausa, Ē.Tilgalis, līdzautori prof. J. PriekuĜa red. Vides aizsardzības pasākumu ieviešana cūku intensīvās audzēšanas fermās. Rīga, Poligrāfists, 2006. – 88 lpp.

16. Ē.Tilgalis. NotekūdeĦu savākšana un attīrīšana. Jelgava, 2004.g. – 240 lpp.

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Publications In Issues Recognized By Latvia Scientific Council And Placed On The Same Level Ones

1. Vācu-latviešu būvniecības terminu vārdnīca. Apmēram 18 000 terminu. Sastādītāji:

L.Ozola, R.Sipoviča. Deutsch – Lettisch Wörterbuch Für Bauwesen. Etwa 18 000 Fachbegriffe. Herausgegeben L.OZOLA und R.SIPOVIČA.- Jelgava, LLU, 2004.

2. Ozola L., Keskküla T. Reliability based classification of timber structures. Proceedings of the 8th World Conference on Timber Engineering. WCTE 2004. Lahti, Finland, June 14-17, 2004: Volume I:- pp 229-232.

3. Ozola L. Sample Size Effects in Engineering Predictions of Wood Strength. Proceedings of the 8th World Conference on Timber Engineering. WCTE 2004. Lahti, Finland, June 14-17, 2004: Volume III: Presentations held on Wednesday and all posters.- pp 587-590

4. L. Ozola. Statistical estimates of strength and stiffness properties of timber. Proceedings of the conference on PRObabilistic Models in Timber Engineering. Tests, Models, Applications. Association ARBORA, 2005.- pp 159-167

5. Brauns J., Rocēns K. Estimation of technological stresses in wood composites. In: Proceedings of 3rd International Conference “Strength, Durability and Stability of Materials and Structures – SDSMS`03”, Kaunas, “Technologija”, 2003, 11-23. (izdevums saĦemts 2004.g.)

6. Brauns J., Rocēns K. The effect of material strength on the behaviour of concrete-filled steel elements.Journal of Civil Engineering and Management (Vilnius, Technika), 2004, Vol.X, No 3, 177-182.

7. Brauns J., Rocēns K., Gailums A. Nonlinear analysis of concrete-filled steel elements. In Proceedings of 8-th Int. Conference Modern Building Materials, Structures and Techniques, Vilnius:Technica, 2004, 6p.(CD).

8. Brauns J., Rocēns K. Design of humidity sensitive wooden materials for multi-objective application.Wood Science and Technology, 2004, Vol.38, 311-321

9. Brauns J., Rocēns K. Stress state optimization in steel-concrete composite elements. In: Proceedings of International Symposium on Ultra High Performance Concrete, Kassel: Kassel University Press, 2004, 413-423.

10. Brauns J., Andersons G.. Modeling of reinforced soil mechanical behaviour. In Proceedings of International Scientific Conference “Civil Engineering 05”. – Jelgava, 2005. – pp. 59-61.

11. Brauns J., Rocēns K. Deformability and strength of layered composite structure under mechanical and thermal loading. In Proceedings of International Scientific Conference “Civil Engineering 05”. – Jelgava, 2005. – pp. 117-126.

12. Ozola L., Keskküla T. Reliability assessment of structural timber elements. In Proceedings of International Scientific Conference “Civil Engineering 05”. – Jelgava, 2005. – pp. 136—143.

13. Iljins U, Skujāns J., Andersons G, Grīnvalds J.. Examination of humidity sources in ventilation model of the roof. In Proceedings of International Scientific Conference “Civil Engineering 05”. – Jelgava, 2005. – pp.196-200.

14. Brauns J., Rocens K., Kreilis J.. Stability of steel-face sandwich panels under axial loading. In Proceedings of International Scientific Conference “Civil Engineering 05”. – Jelgava, 2005. – pp.150 –154.

15. Brauns J. Rocens K. Elasticity in Wood and Concrete: Hygromechanical Effects. In: Encyclopedia of Materials: Science and Technology Updates, Elsevier, Oxford, 2005, [Electronic resource] http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/referenceworks/9780080431529. (6 pp.).

16. Brauns J. Rocens K. Reinforced Materials: Elastic Properties and Strength Prediction. In:

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Encyclopedia of Materials: Science and Technology Updates, Elsevier, Oxford, 2006, [Electronic resource] http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/referenceworks/9780080431529. (9 pp.).

17. Brauns J. Rocens K. Reinforced Materials: Modification of Wood: Mechanical Properties and Application. In: Encyclopedia of Materials: Science and Technology Updates, Elsevier, Oxford, 2007, [Electronic resource] http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/referenceworks/9780080431529. (10 pp.).

18. Ozola L., Keskküla T. Uncertainties involved in structural timber design by different code formats/ Proceedings of CIB W18 Meeting Thirty-Eight, Karlsruhe, Germany, August 2005, CIB-W18 (International Council for Research and Innovation in Building and Construction: Working Commission W18 – Timber Structures). Paper 38-102-2, pp 1-8.

19. U.Pelīte, A.Lešinskis. Vēsturisko publisko ēku mikroklimata nodrošināšanas sistēmu optimizācija. Rīgas Tehniskās universitātes zinātniskie raksti. 2.sērija Arhitektūra un Būvzinātne. 6. sējums. RTU Izdevniecība 2005. 194.-201.

20. Ozola L.. Statistical Estimates of Strength and Stiffness Properties of Timber/ Proceedings of the International Conference: PRobabilistic Models In Timber Engineering. Tests, Models, Applications. COST Action E24. Final Conference. Arcachon, France, 2005.- pp 159-167.

21. Ozola, L., Keskkula, T. & Miljan, J. Assessment of timber structures. Program and Abstracts. 9th World Conference on Timber Engineering. Portland. August 6-10, 2006, Portland, OR, USA, p. 229.

22. Ozola, L. Design models and rational solutions of timber trusses (full paper). CD: WCTE 2006 Conference Proceedings. 9th World Conference on Timber Engineering. Portland, OR, USA - August 6-10, 2006. Editors D.A.Bender, D.S.Gromala, D.V.Rosowsky.

23. Ozola, L., Keskkula, T. & Miljan, J. Assessment of timber structures (full paper). CD: WCTE 2006 Conference Proceedings. 9th World Conference on Timber Engineering. Portland, OR, USA - August 6-10, 2006. Editors D.A.Bender, D.S.Gromala, D.V.Rosowsky.

24. Brauns J., Rocens K. Behaviour and optimization of environmental sensitive layered systems. In Proceedings of the 8th Symposium on Building Physics in the Nordic Countries. Copenhagen, Denmark, 2008. – Vol 2, pp. 1007-1014.

25. Brauns J., Rocēns K. Effect of wood modification on mechanical and hygromechanical properties. In Proceedings of the 20th Nordic Seminar on Computational Mechanics. Goteborg, Sweden November 23-24, 2007, 64-69.

26. Ozola L. Contribution to the improvement of design conditions for glulam beams. Full paper on CD: WCTE2008 Conference Proceedings. 10th World Conference on Timber Engineering. June 2-5, 2008, Miyazaki, Japan

27. Ozola L., J. Miljan & T. Keskküla. Assessment of load bearing structures. In: Proceedings of ISEC-04: Innovations in Structural Engineering and Construction, Xie, Y. M. and Patnaikuni, I. (eds.), Vol. 1, 1588 pp., Taylor & Francis/Balkema, The Netherlands, 2007, pp. 797-803.

28. Ozola L. Par koka konstrukciju projektēšanu saskaĦā ar 5.Eirokodeksu.- Gr.: Koks būvniecībā.- Rīga: Stilus, 2007.- 38-56 lpp.

29. Brauns J., Rocens K. Strain and strength analysis for laminates with adaptive properties. In: Proceedings of XV International Conference on Mechanics of Composite Materials, Riga, 2008, 58 – 59.

30. Brauns J., Rocens K. Behaviour and optimization of environmental sensitive layered systems. Proceedings of 8th Nordic Symposium on Building Physics, Copenhagen, 2008, 1007 – 1014.

31. Brauns J., Rocens K. Computational modeling of adaptive composite elements. Proceedings of 21st Nordic Seminar on Computational Mechanics, Trondheim, 2008, 181 – 184.

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32. Brauns J., Rocens K. Reliability and durability assessment of concrete and composite structures. In: Proceedings of Intern. Conf. „Stability and Ductility of Structures”, September 24–25, 2009. Lithuania, Vilnius,Vilnius Gediminas Technical University, 9-10 [Electr. res.] – CD.

33. Brauns J., Rocens K., Ozolins R. Reliability Estimation of RC and Composite Structures. In: Proceedings of Intern. ECCE Conf. EUROINFRA 2009 “Current State and Challenges for Sustainable Development of Infrastructure”, October 15-16, 2009. Helsinki, Finland, RIL Finnish Association of Civil Engineers, 80-85.

34. Brauns J., Andersons G., Kreilis J., Skujāns J., IĜjins U. Materials and Technologies for Rural Engineering: Investigations and Practice. In: Proceedings of Intern. Scientific Conf. „Latvia University of Agriculture - 70”, October 29, 2009. Latvia, Jelgava, LLU, 59-64.

35. Iljins U., Skujāns J., Ziemelis I., Gross U., Veinbergs A. Theoretical and Experimental Research on Foam Gypsum Drying Process. Chemical Engineering Transactions. Proceedings of Conference on Process Integration ‘09, Modelling and Optimisation for Energy Saving and Pollution Reduction. Rome, Italy, 2009, Volume 17, pp 1735 – 1740.

36. Iljins U., Skujāns J., Ziemelis I., Gross U. Aplication of Some Electrode Systems for Local measurements with Conduct-Metrical Method. – Przeglad Electrotechniczny, 2008, 84 (11), pp 193-196.

37. U. Iljins, J. Skujans, I. Ziemelis, U. Gross. Application of some electrode systems for local measurements with conduct-metrical method.- Proceedings of abstracts, the XVI International Congress on Electricity applications in moderrn world.- Krakow, 2008, pp. 83 – 84.

38. J. Skujāns, A. Vulāns, U. Iljins, A. Aboltins. Measurements of Heat Transfer of Multi-Layered Wall Construction wiht Foam Gypsum.- Applied Thermal Engineering, Volume 27, Issue 7, 2007.- 1219-1224 pp.

39. A. Aboltins, J. Palabinskis, A. Lauva, J. Skujans, U. Iljins. The Material Investigations of Solar Collector.- Engineering for Rural Development: Proceedings of the 6th International Scientific Conference.- Jelgava, 2007. 18 – 23 pp.

40. Vulāns A., Skujāns J., Kreilis J., Iljins U. The Use of Different Concrete in Walls with Permanent Stay-in-place Forms. Biometrics and Information Technologies in Agriculture: Research and Development. – Proceedings of Scientific conference. Kaunas, Lithuania, 2006, 97. – 102.

41. ĀboltiĦš A., Palabisnskis J., Lauva A., Skujāns J., Iljins U. The Material Investigations of Solar Collector. In: Proceedings of Intern. Scientific Conference „Engineering for Rural Development”, Jelgava, Latvia, 2007, 18.-23.

42. J.Skujāns The Significance of Scientific Development at the Latvia University of Agriculture”.- Proceedings of Intenational Scientific Conference „Latvia University of Agriculture – 70 Research Results-Actuakities-Prospects”, Jelgava, Latvia, 2009, 3.

43. J.Brauns, G.Andersons, J.Kreilis, J.Skujāns, U.Iljins. Materials and Technologies for Rural Engineering: Investigations and Practice.- Proceedings of Intenational Scientific Conference „Latvia University of Agriculture – 70 Research Results-Actuakities-Prospects”, Jelgava, Latvia, 2009, 59.-64.

44. J.Skujāns, U.Iljins, I.Ziemelis, U.Gross, N.Osīts, R.Brencis, A.Veinbergs, O.Kukuts. Experimental Research of Foam Gypsum Acoustic Absorption and Heat Flow. – Proceedings of 4th International Conference on Safety and Environment in Process Industry, Italy, Florence, 2010, 79.-84.pp.

45. Skujāns J., Vulāns A., Iljins U., ĀboltiĦš A. Measurements of Heat Transfer of Multi-Lauered Wall Construction with Foam Gypsum. 8th Conference Process Integration, Modelling and Optimisation for energy Saving and Pollution. 8th Conference on Process. Giardini Naxos, Italy, 2005, 639. – 643.

46. Iljins U., Skujāns J., Vulāns A., BīriĦš M. Theoretical and experimental research on deficiency of foam gypsum. In: Proceedings of Intern. Scientific Conference „Civil

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Engineering ‘05”, Jelgava, Latvia, 2005, 185. – 188. 47. Iljins U., Skujāns J., Andersons G., Grīnvalds J. „Examination of humidity sources in

ventilation model of the roof”. In: Proceedings of Intern. Scientific Conference „Civil Engineering ‘05”, Jelgava, Latvia, 2005, 201. – 206.

Publications in Professional Journals 1) Skujāns J., Iljins U., Vulāns A. Fibrolīts – teorija un prakse. Žurnāls „Praktiskā Būvniecība”

2006.g. Nr. 3

2) Skujāns J., Iljins U., Vulāns A. Jumta konstrukciju risinājumi, izmantojot fibrolītu. Žurnāls „Praktiskā Būvniecība” 2006.g. Nr. 2

3) Skujāns J., Iljins U., Vulāns A. Ārsienu siltumietilpība un komforts telpā. Žurnāls „Praktiskā Būvniecība” 2006.g. Nr. 1

4) Skujāns J., Iljins U., Vulāns A. Fibrolīta koka karkasa ēkas: ārsienu konstrukcijas . Žurnāls „Praktiskā Būvniecība” 2005.g. Nr. 12

5) Skujāns J., Iljins U., Vulāns A. Fibrolīts. Žurnāls „Praktiskā Būvniecība” 2005.g. Nr. 11

6) Skujāns J. LLU attīstās sadarbības un modernizācijas virzienā. Latvijas Lauksaimniecības zinātnisko iestāžu Direktoru padome 20 gadi 1986. – 2006.gads. 2006. 30. – 34.

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PRESENTATIONS OF ACADEMIC STAFF IN INTERNATIONAL SCIENTIFIC CONFERENCES

1. Referāts starptautiskā konferencē: L. Ozola, T. Keskküla. Koka būvelementu drošuma

novērtēšana/ International Scientific Conference “Civil Engineering 05” Jelgava, May 26-27, 2005

2. Referāts Starptautiskās Būvniecības un Būvkonstrukciju Pētījumu biedrības Koka konstrukciju Darba Komisijas (CIB-W18) 38.apspriedē Vācijā, Karlsrūē 31.08.05: L. Ozola, T. Keskküla. Nenoteiktības iezīmes koka konstrukciju projektēšanas rezultātos atbilstoši dažādām būvnormām (Uncertainties involved in structural timber design by different code formats).

3. Referāts Eiropas saskaĦoto pētījumu aktivitātes (COST E24) “Koka konstrukciju drošuma analīze” noslēguma konferencē Varbūtību modeĜi koka inženierzinātnē (Probabilistic Models in Timber Engineering) Arkašonā, Francijā laikā no 2005.gada 8. septembrī: L.Ozola. Koksnes stiprības un stinguma īpašību statistiskie raksturotāji (Statistical Estimates of Strength and Stiffness Properties of Timber).

4. Referāts starptautiskā konferencē: J.Brauns, K.Rocēns. SlāĦainu kompozītu struktūru deformēšanās un stiprība mehāniskās slodzes un temperatūras iedarbībā. International Scientific Conference “Civil Engineering 05” Jelgava, May 26-27, 2005.

5. Referāts starptautiskā konferencē: J.Brauns, J.Kreilis. SendvičpaneĜu noturība aksiālās spiedes iedarbībā/ International Scientific Conference “Civil Engineering 05” Jelgava, May 26-27, 2005.

6. Referāts starptautiskā konferencē: L.Ozola, T.Keskküla. Koka būvelementu drošuma novērtēšana/ Intern.l Scientific Conference “Civil Engineering 05” Jelgava, May 26-27, 2005.

7. Referāts starptautiskā konferencē: J.Kreilis, G.Andersons. SendvičpaneĜu mehānisko īpašību eksperimentāli teorētiskā izpēte/ International Scientific Conference “Civil Engineering 05” Jelgava, May 26-27, 2005.

8. Referāts starptautiskā konferencē:U.Iljins, J.Skujāns, G.Andersons, J.Grīnvalds. Mitruma avotu ievērtēšana jumta vēdināšanas modelī. / International Scientific Conference “Civil Engineering 05” Jelgava, May 26-27, 2005.

9. Referāts 9. Pasaules konferencē Koka inženierzinātne Ozola, L., Keskkula, T. & Miljan, J. Assessment of timber structures. 9th World Conference on Timber Engineering, Section Reliability. Portlendā, ASV, 2006.

10. Referāts 9. Pasaules konferencē Koka inženierzinātne Ozola, L. Design models and rational solutions of timber trusses. 9th World Conference on Timber Engineering, Section: Truss Systems: Portlendā, ASV, 2006.

11. Referāts starptautiskā konferencē: Ozola L.. Statistical Estimates of Strength and Stiffness Properties of Timber/ International Conference: Probabilistic Models In Timber Engineering. Tests, Models, Applications. COST Action E24. Final Conference. Arcachon, France, September 8-9, 2005.

12. Referāts starptautiskā seminārā; Ozola L. Problems dealt with Design and Construction of Timber Structures in Latvia. TIMBER SEMINAR, Apr. 12 2006 in Tartu, Ehitaja puidukoolitus, 12.Aprill EMÜ.

13. Andris Vulans, Juris Skujans, Janis Kreilis, Uldis Iljins, Latvia University of Agriculture. The Use of Different Concrete in Walls with Permanent Stay-in-place Forms. Biometrics and Information Technologies in Agriculture: Research And Development, International Scientific conference; Kaunas, Lithuania; Lithuanian university of Agriculture November 24-25, 2006.

14. Referāts starptautiskā konferencē: Brauns J., Rocens K. Effect of wood modification on

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mechanical and hygromechanical properties. 20th Nordic Seminar on Computational Mechanics. Goteborg, Sweden November 23-24, 2007, 64-69.

15. Referāts starptautiskā konferencē: J.Brauns, K.Rocens, Behaviour and optimization of environmental sensitive layered systems. 8th Symposium on Building Physics in the Nordic Countries. Copenhagen, Denmark, June 16-18, 2008.

16. Referāts starptautiskā konferencē: Ozola L. Contribution to the improvement of design conditions for glulam beams. 10th World Conference on Timber Engineering WCTE2008. June 2-5, 2008, Miyazaki, Japan.

17. Referāts starptautiskā konferencē: Brauns J., Rocens K., Computational modeling of adaptive composite elements. 21st Nordic Seminar on Computational Mechanics. October 16-17, 2008, Trondheim, Norway.

18. Referāts J.Brauns, K.Rocens, Strain and strength analysis of laminates with adaptive properties. XV Intern.l Conf. Mechanics of Composite Materials. May 26 - 30, 2008, Riga, Latvia.

19. Referāts J. Brauns, K. Rocens. Reliability and durability assessment of concrete and composite structures. Intern. Conf. „Stability and Ductility of Structures”, September 24–25, 2009. Lithuania, Vilnius,Vilnius Gediminas Technical University.

20. Referāts J. Brauns, K. Rocens, R Ozolins. Reliability Estimation of RC and Composite Structures. Intern. ECCE Conference EUROINFRA 2009 “Current State and Challenges for Sustainable Development of Infrastructure”, October 15-16, 2009. Helsinki, Finland, RIL Finnish Association of Civil Engineers.

21. Referāts Iljins U., Skujāns J., Ziemelis I., Gross U., Veinbergs A. Theoretical and Experimental research on Foam Gypsum Drying Process. Conference on Process Integration ‘09, Modelling and Optimisation for Energy Saving and Pollution Reduction. Rome, Italy , 2009.

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Appendix 12

Research Projects, Ls no 2010.g. – 2005.g.

1. LR IZM finansēts pētījuma projekts XP-100. „DaudzslāĦu akustisko konstrukciju īpašību pētījumi”. Izpildes laiks 2008.g. Projekta vadītājs prof. J. Skujāns, finansējums Ls 14 982.

2. LR IZM Tirgus orientētā pētījuma (TOP) projekts „Pētījumi par keramzītbetona bloku ar putupolistirola siltumizolācijas starpslāni izmantošanas iespējām un rekomendāciju izstrādāšana to pielietošanai”. Izpildes laiks 2010.g. Projekta vadītājs prof. J. Skujāns, finansējums Ls 33 500.

3. ERAF projekts „Jaunu kompozītmateriālu izstrāde uz putuăipša bāzes ar šėiedraugu koksnainās daĜas stiegrojumu un no tiem veidotu sistēmu konstruktīvie, fizikālmehāniskie un ugunsdrošības pētījumi”. Izpildes laiks 2010.g. -2013.g. Projekta vadītājs prof. J. Skujāns, finansējums Ls 486 000.

4. Latvijas – Lietuvas pārrobežu sadarbības programmas 2007. – 2013. gadam projekts “Fostering cooperation among the science and industry in Jelgava and Siauliai”. Izpildes laiks 2010.g. – 2012.g. Projekta plānotais apjoms Ls 826 800.

5. LR IZM Tirgus orientētā pētījuma projekts 06-02 ”Pētījumi par paliekošo putuplasta veidĦu sistēmu izmantošanas iespējām un rekomendāciju izstrādāšana to pielietošanai”. Izpildes laiks 2006.g. Projekta vadītājs prof. J. Skujāns, finansējums Ls 9 000.

6. LZP projekts 09.1426. “Zinātniskā pamatojuma izstrāde meliorācijas tīkla renovācijas, intensīvo augĜu dārzu augsnes mitrināšanas sistēmu pilnveidošanas un ekobioaizsardzības pasākumu realizācijai Latvijā”. Projekta vadītājs un izpildītājs J.Valters. Finansējums 2009. g. Ls 16 258.

7. Projekts „ Analysis of Construction Materials Acoustic Parameters” Nr. LLUZP 07-69. Vadītājs prof. J.Skujāns – Līgumdarbs, 2008. g. Finansējums Ls 8 850.

8. Projekts „ Research of Heat and Moisture Flows” Nr. LLUZP 07-68, 2008. g. Vadītājs U. IĜjins, izpildītāji J.Skujāns, D.Markus. Finansējums Ls 10 953.

9. Projekts 04.1080. “Lauksaimniecībā izmantojamo zemju hidrotehniskās meliorācijas sistēmu pilnveidošanas ekoloăiskie aspekti”. Izpildes laiks 2004. – 2007. g. Vadītājs prof. J. Valters. Finansējums 2006. g. Ls 4 251.

10. Projekts 04. 1081. “Ecological and hydrological aspects of small river management”. Izpildes laiks 2004. – 2007. g. Vadītājs prof. J.Valters. Finansējums Ls 13 840.

11. Reserch project Nr. 06.17 – xp 24. “Acquisition of measurement equipment for research of heat and moisture flows”, 01.06.2006 - 31.12.2006, Leader Professor U. Iljins, financing Ls 28 270.

12. Reserch project Nr. LLU zp 07 – 68. “Rresearch of heat and moisture flows”, 01.03.2007 - 31.12.2007, Leader Professor U. Iljins, financing Ls 14 952.

13. Reserch project Nr. XP 113. “Improvement of methodology for building materials moisture and thermotechnical research”, 01.03.2008 - 31.12.2008, Leader Professor U. Iljins, financing Ls 14 982.

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14. ERAF project Nr VPD1/ERAF/CFLA/08/NP/2.5.2./0001/000009/035. “Būvmateriālu siltum- un mitrumtehnisko parametru pētījumu pilnveidošana”, Leader Professor U. Iljins, financing Ls 35 224.

15. ESF projects Nr. 2006/0233/VPD1/ESF/PIAA/06/APK/3.2.3.2./0002/0067. „Matemātikas un fizikas studiju procesa modernizācija LLU ”, 11.2006 – 08.2008, Leader Professor U. Iljins, total financing Ls: 203 780.

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Collaboration of doctorate students in research projects

1. Projekts „Analysis of Construction Materials Acoustic Parameters” Nr. LLUZP 07-69. Vadītājs prof. J.Skujāns – Līgumdarbs, 2008. g. Finansējums Ls 8 850.

2. LR IZM finansēts pētījuma projekts XP-100. „DaudzslāĦu akustisko konstrukciju īpašību pētījumi”. Izpildes laiks 2008.g. Projekta vadītājs prof. J. Skujāns, finansējums Ls 14 982.

3. Latvijas – Lietuvas pārrobežu sadarbības programmas 2007. – 2013. gadam projekts “Fostering cooperation among the science and industry in Jelgava and Siauliai”. Izpildes laiks 2010.g. – 2012.g. Projekta plānotais apjoms Ls 826 800.

4. ERAF projekts „Jaunu kompozītmateriālu izstrāde uz putuăipša bāzes ar šėiedraugu koksnainās daĜas stiegrojumu un no tiem veidotu sistēmu konstruktīvie, fizikālmehāniskie un ugunsdrošības pētījumi”. Izpildes laiks 2010.g. -2013.g. Projekta vadītājs prof. J. Skujāns, finansējums Ls 486 000.

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Appendix 14

Annotations of Study Courses

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BUVK 601. Būvmateriāli un konstrukcijas Professor J. Brauns Building Materials and Structures Course Extent: 8 KP; Assessment Mode: Examination Special course of branch of science for Doctorate program in Civil Engineering Sciences Abstract. Types of materials and properties. Response of Material under Loading. Stresses and Strains: Conception of Tensor. Deformation of Isotropic and Anisotropic Material. General Hook’s Law. Stiffness and Compliance of Material. Deformation of Nonlinearly Elastic and Plastic Material. Materials with Viscoelastic Properties: Creep and Stress Relaxation. Deformation of Isotropic Plates. Mechanics of Layered Materials. Deformation Relationships of Orthotropic Layer, Stresses and Strains of Layered Material. Thermomechanics and Hygromechanics of Layered Material. Stability of Elastic, Elastoplastic and Viscoelastic Elements. Elements on Elastic Foundation.

BUVK 602. Cementa kompozīti un kompleksās konstrukcijas Professor J. Brauns Cement Composites and Composite Structures Course Extent: 8 KP; Assessment Mode: Examination Special course of branch of science for Doctorate program in Civil Engineering Sciences

Abstract Types and Materials of Cement Based Composites; Technology, Mechanical Properties and Use. Steel-Concrete Composite Structures; Advantages and Disadvantages. Composite Columns, Beams and Decks; Design by Eurocode. Strength Analysis, Buckling and Local Buckling of Composite Column and Beam. Optimization of Cross-Section According to Strength, Stability and Material Consumption.

BUVK 603. Pētījumu plānošana un datu analīze Professor J. Brauns Research Planning and Data Analysis Course Extent: 2 KP; Assessment Mode: Test Special course of branch of science for Doctorate program in Civil Engineering Sciences

Abstract Stages of Scientific Research. Search and Processing of Scientific Information. Ways and Methods of Research Work. Planning of Experiment: Planning of One- and Multifactor Analysis. Planning of Extreme Experiments. Verification of Statistical Hypotheses. Analysis of Correlation and Variation. Empirical Formulae and Representation of Results.

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ARBU 601. Būvmateriāli un to tehnoloăijas Professor J. Skujāns Building Materials and Technologies

Course Extent: 8 KP; Assessment Mode: Examination Special course of branch of science for Doctorate program in Civil Engineering Sciences

Abstract The types of building materials, their physical, physically-chemical, chemical, mechanical properties and the techniques of their determination. The physically-chemical basis of building materials material science. The influence of the material composition and structure on its properties. The selection of raw materials depending on the exploitation conditions of the obtainable material. The calculation principles of building materials composition. The influence of the structure on the heat and sound insulation. Theoretical basis for the formation of constructions from heat insulation materials (HIM) and sound insulation materials (SIM). Curing conditions, their influence on the formation of structure. The selection of the materials for the use in constructions. The process of heat, water vapour and water diffusion in constructions. The methodology of condensate calculation in building constructions. The types of sound dispersion in buildings by its source. Measuring of sound, absorbtion and insulation. ARBU 602. Siltumizolācijas un skaĦas izolācijas materiālu Professor J. Skujāns

un izstrādājumu tehnoloăija Technology of Heat and Sound Insulation Materials and Products

Course Extent: 8 KP; Assessment Mode: Examination Special course of branch of science for Doctorate program in Civil Engineering Sciences Abstract Heat transfer. Requirements for heat insulation materials. Sound. Requirements for acoustic materials. Classification and properties of heat insulation and acoustic materials. Inorganic and organic heat insulation materials, basis of their manufacturing technologies. The influence of the technologies on the rheological and technological properties and on the formation of structure. The influence of the structure on the heat and sound insulation. Theoretical basis for the formation of constructions from heat insulation materials (HIM) and sound insulation materials (SIM). Providing the requirements for constructions. The process of heat, water vapour and water diffusion in constructions. The methodology of condensate calculation in building constructions. The types of sound dispersion in buildings by its source. Measuring of sound, absorbtion and insulation.

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BUVK 604. Koksnes inženierzinātne Asoc. Professor L. Ozola Timber Engineering

Course Extent: 8 KP; Assessment Mode: Examination Special course of branch of science for Doctorate program in Civil Engineering Sciences Abstract

Variability of properties of wood materials: statistical models guaranteed values and influence of environmental factors. Modelling of mechanical behaviour of structural elements made by wood materials: ortotrophic and anisotrophic models. Problems and solution for use of anisotropic model for analysis of heavy loaded glue laminated elements. Structural analysis of elements subjected to lateral buckling and inherent of particular distinctive stiffness properties about main axis of section. Effects of load duration history in timber structures. Detail analysis of behaviour of connections in timber structures. Solutions and moment capacity of rigid connections. Racking strength of industrial panels in timber framing systems. Definition of adequate structural model: assessment of factors to be accounted or ignored. Innovative solutions in timber construction.

ARBU 603 Ēku inženiersistēmu aplēse un modelēšana Asoc.Prof. Arturs Lešinskis Asoc.Prof. Ēriks Tilgalis

Calculations and simulation of engineering systems of the buildings

Course Extent: 8 KP; Assessment Mode: Examination Special course of branch of science for Doctorate program in Civil Engineering Sciences Abstract Creation of engineering systems simulation models, analize of the thermodynamic airodinamic and hidraulic proceses of the object and control system performance analysis, their impact on the chosen heating, cooling, ventilation, fresh water supply and sewerage systems rational treatment and management, according to selected criteria. Properties of engineering systems of the building and their suitability taking into account of engineering, energy, environmental and physiological factors. Mathematical and simulation modeling techniques of the heating, cooling, ventilation, fresh water supply and sewerage systems Stability of automatic control systems in case of determinate and stochastic perturbation conditions.

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ARBU 604 Ēku enerăētika un tās optimizācija Asoc.Prof. Arturs Lešinskis Energy of building and it`s optimization

Course Extent: 8 KP; Assessment Mode: Examination Special course of branch of science for Doctorate program in Civil Engineering Sciences Abstract Heat and mass transfer processes, their methods of control and calculation methodology. Construction materials and building constructive solutions to their impact on building energy optimization. Basic laws of electricity and building relationships in the context of optimization of energy, rational energy use, savings potential. Water supply, water system constructive solutions for procurement, transportation and consumption of cold and warm manner, energetic calculations and record keeping. Central heating and individual Heating. Heating apparatus of water and steam boiler types and structure, main characteristics, their impact on building energy optimization. Main energy carrier types, their characteristics, the nature of the combustion process. Heating system design, components and functions. Ventilation and air conditioning system design, components and functions. Acquainted with binding laws, rules, standards etc. ZIGE 601 Augstākā ăeodēzija Professor Jānis Valters

Geodesy Course Extent: 8 KP; Assessment Mode: Examination Special course of branch of science for Doctorate program in Civil Engineering Sciences Abstract Geodesy as a scientific discipline: content and problems. Historical development of geodesy and future trends. Geoid and quasigeoid. Reference ellipsoid, world reference system WRS-80. Basic parameters of globe and coherences related. Curves on the ellipsoid. Normal sections. Geodetic coordinate systems. Planar transformation of surface of ellipsoid. Orientation of directions. Scaled images of ground surface. Precision of geodetic measurements and calculations. Marks of geodetic points. Geodetic measurements. Geodetic networks. Geodetic works in construction. Outlines of buildings and precision determined. ZIGE 602 Precīzā ăeometriskā nivelēšana Professor Jānis Valters

Precise geometric levelling Course Extent: 8 KP; Assessment Mode: Examination Special course of branch of science for Doctorate program in Civil Engineering Sciences Abstract Precise levelling, essentials, practical use and problems. Historical development of precise levelling. Sources of errors in precise levelling. Levelling instrumentation. Specific features of precise levelling and restrictions. Marks of levelling, recommendations for types and installation of marks. Current height system in Latvia. Height systems for North Europe region.

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Zinātniskā darba metodoloăija Profesors Imants Liepa Profesore Irina Arhipova Asoc. Profesore L īga Paura

Scientific research methodology Course Extent: 4 KP; Assessment Mode: Test Compulsory course for Doctorate program in Civil Engineering Sciences Absract The Scientific research methodology comprises basic directions and methods of a mathematical data processing and an interpretation of results: problems of the representation and significance, statistical sets, their distributions and indices, formulation and verification of hypotheses, statistical criteria, analyses of variance, correlation, regression and covariance, multivariable classification methods, a correspondence between empirical material and a method of its processing, a selection of the fittest method, an analysis of errors. AngĜu valoda pētniecībai Asoc. Profesore Larisa MaĜinovska English for Academic Purposes Course Extent: 4 KP; Assessment Mode: Examination Compulsory course for Doctorate program in Civil Engineering Sciences Abstract Foreign language instruction includes a systematic coverage of the skills required to succeed in research work. The programme includes: focus on improving scientific writing skills, vocabulary building, improving presentation skills and oral skills – discussion and fluency building, information search, using authentic research literature. The metods used combine teaching and independent study, using role play, debates, discussion, textual and vocabulary work, work with CD, audio and video facilities. The key units are the following: Types of Scientific Writing; Scientific Journals; The Writing of Summaries; Desing of an Experiment; Report Writing; Oral Presentation; How to Prepare Posters; Suggestions for Speakers, Research Proposal; Reviews and Articles; Doctoral Thesis; Postgraduate Studies Abroad; Application for a Grant. Assessment: a variety of methods including home assignments, summaries, project ideas, in-class tests, reviews, a Pp presentation, a poster and the final examination.

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Curriculum Vitae of Academic Staff (CV)

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CURRICULUM VITAE

Guntis Andersons Name Surname Riga 1938

Place of birth Year of birth

Latvia University of Agriculture, Department of Str uctural Engineering, Associate Professor

Work place and position

Work address: Akademijas st. 19, Jelgava

LV-3001

Phone: 630 24476 Fax: 630 22180

E-mail: [email protected]

Education

Higher education, Master’s studies, doctoral studies. Educational

Establishment, country Study period Speciality Qualification

Higher education Latvia Academy of Agriculture (LLA) Latvia

1957 – 1962

Land reclamation

Engineer of Hydrotechnics

Doctoral studies Latvia Academy of Agriculture Latvia

1964 - 1973 Mechanization of agricultural production

Research degrees

Institution awarding degree Year Speciality Degree Diploma

No. Latvia Academy of Agriculture Latvia

1973 Mechanization of agricultural production

Candidate of Technical Sciences

MTH Nr.086187

Latvia University of Agriculture (LLU) Latvia

1992 Engineering Doctor of Engineering

G-D Nr.000051

Employment

Since 1998 – Associate Professor (Diploma No. A PR Nr. 037), LLU 1999-2009 – Consulting engineer in structural design company ltd “a 222” 1996-2004 – Head of the Department of Structural Engineering, Faculty of Rural

Engineering, LLU 1984-1987 – Dean of the Faculty of Rural Building, 1978-1984 – Head of the Department of Structural Engineering, LLA 1974-1998 – Assistant professor, LLA/LLU 1973-1978 – Head of the Department of Building Structures, LLA 1971-1974 – Senior lecturer, LLA 1962-1971 – Assistant, LLA

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Scientific research interests

Soil mechanics, Footings and foundation, Renovation of foundation

Contributions at conferences (last three years)

- G.Andersons, G.Mauševics, “Design of Spread Foundation in Soils”, 16th Baltic Building Symposium, Tartu University of Life Sciences, May 28-29, 2009.

- G. Andersons, “Problems of Building New Foundations near Existing Ones”, Civil and Water Engineering`2007, Kaunas LZUU, May 25-26, 2007.

- U.Iljins, J.Skujāns, M.BiriĦš, U.Gross, G.Andersons, “Determination of Moisture Content of Foam Gypsum”, Civil and Water Engineering`2007, Kaunas LZUU, May 25-26, 2007.

- U.Iljins, J.Skujāns, M.BiriĦš, U.Gross, G.Andersons, “Determination of Coefficient of Thermal Conductivity of Foam Gypsum”, Civil and Water Engineering`2007, Kaunas LZUU, May 25-26, 2007.

Courses delivered

Academic bachelor studies; - Soil mechanics and foundations - Foundations special conditions - Roads and bridges - Roads and squares - Introduction into specialty

Master studies: - Soil mechanics - Footings and foundations - Exploitation and renovation of structures

Number of publications: 73

Publications

- Andersons G., Mauševics G., “Design of Spread Foundation in Soils”, In: Proceedings of the 16th Baltic Building Symposium, Tartu University of Life Sciences, May 28-29, 2009, pp. 45-46.

- Brauns J., Andersons G., “Modeling of Reinforced Soil Mechanical Behavior”, In: Proceedings of International Scientific Conference Civil Engineering `05, – Jelgava, 2005, pp. 59-62.

- Štrausa S., Andersons G. u.c., Rūpniecības ēku plānojumi un konstruktīvie risinājumi. Mācību palīglīdzeklis. – Jelgava, 2008. –144 lpp., In Latvian. (Design of Industrial Buildings. Study aid) - Zinātnes un tehnoloăijas vārdnīca. - Rīga, Norden AB, Telia Latvija, 2001.,2008. - 754

lpp., G.Andersons drew up the words for the glossary of Architecture and Building of roads and bridges, In Latvian. (Dictionary of Science and Technology)

- Seklo pamatu projektēšana. Metodiskie norādījumi kursa projekta izstrādei// Sast.: G.Andersons, G.Mauševics. – Jelgava: LLU, 2007. – 33 lpp., In Latvian. (Design of shallow foundations. Study aid)

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Continuing education, in-service training (last three years)

Bridgeport University, USA (2009), Edinburgh Nopier University, Scotland (2009), Tartu University of Life Sciences, Estonia (2009), Christchurch Polytechnic Institute, New Zealand (2008), Lithuania University of Agriculture, Lithuania (2007), Poznan University of Technology, Poland (2007)

Academic and social societies (membership)

- Member of the Senate and Convent, LLU - Member of the Professors’ Association, Latvian Higher Education institutions - Member of the Latvian Civil Engineering Association (LBS)

Awards

- Medal from the Ministry of Agriculture, Republic of Latvia, 2005 - Award from the Latvian Civil Engineering Association (LBS), 2004, 2008. - Recognition awards from the Latvia University of Agriculture, 1998, 1998, 1999,

2001, 2008. - Award from the Council of Ministers, LSSR, 1989

Number of patents, inventions etc.

Languages: Reading skills Writing skills Speaking skills excellent good average excellent good average excellent good average

Latvian

Russian

German

English

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CURRICULUM VITAE

Jānis Brauns Name Surname

Latvia, district of Dobele 090240-10125 Birthplace Personal code

9 of February 1940 Latvian Date, month, year Nationality

Married Marital status

Latvia University of Agriculture, Professor Work place and position

Work address: Home address:

19 Academy Str., Jelgava, 23 a/2 Zemgalu Str., Riga, Latvia, LV-3001 Latvia, LV-1006

Telephone 371 3024476 Telephone 371 7541042

Fax: E-mail: [email protected]

Education Higher education, Master’s course,

doctoral studies. Ed. Establishments, country

Study period

Speciality Qualification

Riga Technical University, Latvia 1964-1970

Civil Engineering Engineer

Inst. of Polymer Mechanics, Latvia Academy of Sc.

1971-1974

Solid Mechanics Dr. Sc.

Riga Technical University, Latvia 1985-1995

Technological Mechanics of

Composite Mat.

Dr. Habil. Sc.

Work Experience Institute of Polymer Mechanics, Latvia Academy of Science – engineer (1963 – 1970) Institute of Polymer Mechanics, Latvia Academy of Science – researcher (1970 – 1978) Riga Technical University – Associated Professor (1978 – 1998) Latvia University of Agriculture – Professor (1998 – until now)

Scientific Research Interests Solid Mechanics including Composite Materials Stability Problems of Thin Wall Structures Deformability and Strength of Composite Materials and Structures

Contributions at conferences (last years):

1. J. Brauns, K. Rocens. Effect of wood modification on mechanical and hygromechanical properties. 20th Nordic Seminar on Computational Mechanics. Goteborg, Sweden November 23-24, 2007, 64-69.

2. J. Brauns, K. Rocens. Behaviour and optimization of environmental sensitive layered systems. 8th Symposium on Building Physics in the Nordic Countries. Copenhagen, Denmark, June 16-18, 2008.

3. J. Brauns, K. Rocens. Computational modeling of adaptive composite elements. 21st

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Nordic Seminar on Computational Mechanics. October 16-17, 2008, Trondheim, Norway. 4. J. Brauns, K.Rocens. Strain and strength analysis of laminates with adaptive properties. XV

Intern.l Conf. Mechanics of Composite Materials. May 26 - 30, 2008, Riga, Latvia. 5. J. Brauns, K. Rocens. Reliability and durability assessment of concrete and composite

structures. Intern. Conf. „Stability and Ductility of Structures”, September 24–25, 2009. Lithuania, Vilnius,Vilnius Gediminas Technical University

6. J. Brauns, K. Rocens, R Ozolins. Reliability Estimation of RC and Composite Structures. Intern. ECCE Conference EUROINFRA 2009 “Current State and Challenges for Sustainable Development of Infrastructure”, October 15-16, 2009. Helsinki, Finland, RIL Finnish Association of Civil Engineers..

Lectures courses Reinforced Concrete and Masonry Structures – Batchelor Program Steel structures – Batchelor Program Renovation of Structures – Batchelor Program Special Course of Building Structures – Batchelor Program Mechanics of Materials and Structures – Master Program Reliability of Structures – Master Program Maintenance and Renovation of Structures – Master Program Rational Building Structures – Master Program Spatial and Composite Structures – Master Program Construction Materials and Structures Planning of Investigations and Data Analysis Numerical Methods in Civil Engineering Composites of Cement and Composite Structures Reliability of Structures and Optimization

Number of Publications: 76

Publications (last years):

1. Brauns J. Rocens K. Reinforced Materials: Elastic Properties and Strength Prediction. In: Encyclopedia of Materials: Science and Technology Updates, Elsevier, Oxford, 2006, Internet http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/referenceworks/9780080431529. (9 p.).

2. Brauns J. Rocens K. Reinforced Materials: Modification of Wood: Mechanical Properties and Application. In: Encyclopedia of Materials: Science and Technology Updates, Elsevier, Oxford, 2007, Internet http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/referenceworks/9780080431529. (10 p.).

3. Brauns J. Rocens K. Elasticity in Wood and Concrete: Hygromechanical Effects. In: Encyclopedia of Materials: Science and Technology Updates, Elsevier, Oxford, 2005, Internet http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/referenceworks/9780080431529. (6 p.).

4. Brauns J., Rocens K. Behaviour and optimization of environmental sensitive layered systems. In Proceedings of the 8th Symposium on Building Physics in the Nordic Countries. Copenhagen, Denmark, 2008. – Vol 2, pp. 1007-1014.

5. Brauns J., Rocēns K. Effect of wood modification on mechanical and hygromechanical properties. In Proceedings of the 20th Nordic Seminar on Computational Mechanics. Goteborg, Sweden November 23-24, 2007, 64-69.

6. Brauns J., Rocens K. Strain and strength analysis for laminates with adaptive properties. In: Proceedings of XV International Conference on Mechanics of Composite Materials, Riga, 2008, 58 – 59.

7. Brauns J., Rocens K. Behaviour and optimization of environmental sensitive layered systems. Proceedings of 8th Nordic Symposium on Building Physics, Copenhagen, 2008, 1007 – 1014.

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8. Brauns J., Rocens K. Computational modeling of adaptive composite elements. Proceedings of 21st Nordic Seminar on Computational Mechanics, Trondheim, 2008, 181 – 184.

9. Brauns J., Rocens K.. Reliability and durability assessment of concrete and composite structures. In: Proceedings of Intern. Conf. „Stability and Ductility of Structures”, September 24–25, 2009. Lithuania, Vilnius,Vilnius Gediminas Technical University, 9-10 [Electr. res.] – CD.

10. Brauns J., Rocens K., Ozolins R. Reliability Estimation of RC and Composite Structures. In: Proceedings of Intern. ECCE Conf. EUROINFRA 2009 “Current State and Challenges for Sustainable Development of Infrastructure”, October 15-16, 2009. Helsinki, Finland, RIL Finnish Association of Civil Engineers, 80-85

In-service training

English language course Computer Science course Teaching didactics course

Academic and Social societies (membership)

Member of Latvia Professor Association Member of Material Research Association of Latvia, Member of National Association of Mechanics Languages: Reading skills Writing skills Speaking skills free good fair free good fair free good fair

Latvian + + +

Russian + + +

German + + +

English + + +

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CURRICULUM VITAE

Uldis Iljins Name Surname

Aizpute, Latvia 1947 Place of birth Year of birth

Dean of Faculty of Information Technologies, Latvia University of Agriculture Work place and position

Work address:

Department of Physics 2, Liela Str.

Jelgava, LV – 3001, Latvia Phone: 3005675

Fax: E-mail: [email protected]

Education

Higher education, Master’s studies, doctoral studies. Educational Establishment, country

Study period


Phd Student - Latvia State University, Latvia 1974 - 1977

Physics Dr. Phys.

Student - Latvia State University, Latvia

1966 - 1971

Physics Physicist

Research degrees


No. The Habilitation and Promotion Council in Physics, Institute of Solid State Physics of Latvia university The Habilitation and Promotion Council in Engineering, Latvia university of Agriculture (H1+H7)

1992 (1978) 1996

Physics Engineering

Dr. Phys. Dr. habil. sc. ing.

CD 001090 G-Dh 000031

Employment

2008 current date – Dean of Faculty of Information Technologies 1980 – 2008 - Head of Department of Physics, Latvia University of Agriculture 1996 - current date - professor, Latvia University of Agriculture in Jelgava 1980 - 1996 - professor - assistant, Latvia University of Agriculture in Jelgava 1971 - 1980 - assistant, Latvia University of Agriculture in Jelgava


The calculations of heats processes

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V. Zagorska, U. Iljins, I. Ziemelis.- Calculations of a Heated Panel for Piglets Resting Places. Conference Proceeding of 4th International Conference TAE 2010 “Trends in Agricultural Engineering 2010”, 2010, Czech University of Life Sciences Prague: Faculty of Engineering, 648 – 653 pp. Jesko, U. Iljins, I. Ziemelis.- Mathematical Model of Flat-Plate Solar Collector. Conference Proceeding of 4th International Conference TAE 2010 “Trends in Agricultural Engineering 2010”, 2010, Czech University of Life Sciences Prague: Faculty of Engineering, (07-10)09.2010. J. Skujans, U. Iljins, I. Ziemelis, U. Gross, N. Ositis, R. Brencis, A. Veinbergs, O. Kukuts. Experimental research of foam gypsum acoustic absorption and heat flow.- CISAP4, 4th International Conference on Safety & Environment in Process Industry, 2010, March, 14-17, Florence, Italy. U. Iljins, J. Skujāns, I. Ziemelis, U. Gross, A.Veinbergs. Theoretical and experimental research on foam gypsum drying process.- ICheaP-9 The ninth International Conference on Chemical & Process Engineering, Roma, (10-13).05.2009. U. Iljins, J. Skujans, I. Ziemelis, U. Gross. Application of some electrode systems for local measurements with conduct-metrical method.- The XVI International Congress on Electricity applications in modern world.- Krakow, (19-21).05.2008. I. Pelece, U. Iljins, I. Ziemelis. Theoretical calculation of energy received by semi-spherical solar collector.- The Third International Scientific Conference: Rural Development. Kaunas, Lithuania: (8-10).11. 2008.

Courses delivered

1. Physics 2. Heat proceses 3. Metrology 4. Building physics 5. The physical basic of biological objects

Number of publications: …193….

Publications

1. Z. Jesko, U. Iljins, I. Ziemelis.- Mathematical Model of Flat-Plate Solar Collector. Conference Proceeding of 4th International Conference TAE 2010 “Trends in Agricultural Engineering 2010”, 2010, Czech University of Life Sciences Prague: Faculty of Engineering, 654 – 659 pp.

2. V. Zagorska, U. Iljins, I. Ziemelis.- Calculations of a Heated Panel for Piglets Resting Places. Conference Proceeding of 4th International Conference TAE 2010 “Trends in Agricultural Engineering 2010”, 2010, Czech University of Life Sciences Prague: Faculty of Engineering, 648 – 653 pp.

3. I. Skrupskis, A. Aboltins, U. Iljins. Parameters of Storage Process Influencing Vegetable Quality.- Acta Horticulturae, 2010, Number 858, 83 - 88 pp.

4. J. Skujans, U. Iljins, I. Ziemelis, U. Gross, N. Ositis, R. Brencis, A. Veinbergs, O. Kukuts. Experimental research of foam gypsum acoustic absorption and heat flow.- Chemical Engineering transactions, Volume 19, 2010. 79 - 84 pp.

5. U. Iljins, D. Kasperiūnaite, F. Mikuckis, J. Navickas, M. Zeilia. The Dependence of properties of the Samples Made of Unburnt Clay with Sapropel Additives on the Amount Sapropel.- Proceedings of the Fourth International scientific Conference: “Rural Development 2009”.- Kaunas region, Lithuania, 2009, Volume 4, Book 2, 261 – 265 pp.

6. I. Pelece, I. Ziemelis, U. Iljins. Surface Temperature Investigations of Semi-spherical

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Solar Collektor.- Proceedings of the Fourth International scientific Conference: “Rural Development 2009”.- Kaunas region, Lithuania, 2009, Volume 4, Book 2, 370 – 373 pp.

7. U. Iljins, J. Skujans, I. Ziemelis, U. Gross. Application of Some Electrode Systems for Local Measurements with Conduct-Metrical Method.- Przeglad Elektrotechniczny, 2008, 84 (11), 193 – 196 pp.

8. U. Iljins, J. Skujāns, I. Ziemelis, U. Gross, A.Veinbergs. Theoretical and experimental research on foam gypsum drying process.- Chemical Engineering transactions, Volume 17, 2009. 1735-1740 pp.

9. I. Pelece, U. Iljins, I. Ziemelis. Theoretical calculation of energy received bu semi-spherical solar collector.- Kaunas, Lithuania: Agronomy Research: Engineering of Agricultural Technologies - 2008, Volume 6, 2008, 263 – 269 pp.

10. J. Skujāns, A. Vulāns, U. Iljins, A. Aboltins. Measurements of Heat Transfer of Multi-Layered Wall Construction wiht Foam Gypsum.- Applied Thermal Engineering, Volume 27, Issue 7, 2007.- 1219-1224 pp.

11. T. Rakcejeva, L. Skudra, U. Iljins. Biological Value Changes in Wheat, Rye, and Hull-less Barley Grain During Biological Activation Time.- LLU Raksti 18 (313), 2007; 25 – 33 pp.

12. I. Ziemelis, Z Jesko, L. Kacevica, U. Iljins. Development of Solar Collectors with Reflectors.- Proceedings of the Third International Scientific Conference “Rural Development 2007”, Volume 3, Book 2. Lithuania, Akademija, 2007.- 322 – 327 pp.

13. A. Aboltins, I. Skrupskis, S. Kampuse, U. Iljins. Suitabiliti to freezing of berries grown in Latvia.- The 22nd International Congress of Refrigeneration. Beijing, P. R. China, 2007, CDR, ICR07-C2-846.

14. A. Vulans, J. Skujans, J. Kreilis, U. Uljins. The Use of Different Concrete in Walls with Permanent Stay – in – Place Forms.- Proceedings of the Second International Scientific Conference: Biometrics and Information Technologies in Agriculture: Research and Development. Lithuanian University of Agriculture, Akademija, 2006, 97 – 102 pp.

15. J. Priekulis, V. Zujs, U. Iljins. Ensuring of Milking Equipment Washing Liquid Operation Temperature.- Journal of Agricultural Science, XVII-2, 2006, 113 -119 pp.

16. J. Skujans, A. Vulans, U. Iljins, A. Aboltins. Measurements of heat transfer of multi-layred wall construction with foam gypsum.- Chemical Engineering transactions, Volume 2, 2005. 639-643 pp.

17. I. Ziemelis, J. Navickas, U. Iljins. Economical Comparison of Some Flat-Plate Solar Collector Parameters.- Lithuanian University of Agriculture, Research papers 66 (19). Akademija, 2005, 127-132 pp.

18. I. Skrupskis, A. Aboltins, U. Iljins. Physical processes of thawing frozen berries.- Академично издательство на Аграрния университет, научни трудове, Пловдив, 2005.- т. 50, кн. 2, 335 – 343 стр.



The Council of Promotion, Latvia University of Agriculture, Faculty of Rural Engineering - Head The Council of Promotion, Latvia University of Agriculture, Faculty of Food Technology - Member The International Academy of Refrigeration - Academician Member of the Physics Society of Latvia

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Awards

Recognition award, medal „Par centību” from the Latvian Ministry of Agriculture, 2008


1. I. Ziemelis, Ž. Jesko, U. Iljins, H .Putāns. Saules enerăijas kolektors ar siltumsūkni. Latvijas patents LV 13712 uz izgudrojumu. Publicēts: Patenti un preču zīmes. Latvijas Republikas Patentu valdes oficiālais vēstnesis. 7/2008., 695.-696. lpp.

2. I.Ziemelis, I.Pelece, U.Iljins, V.Zagorska, A.Putāns. Sfēriskais saules enerăijas kolektors. Latvijas patents LV 14125 uz izgudrojumu. Publicēts: Patenti un preču zīmes. Latvijas Republikas Patentu valdes oficiālais vēstnesis. 4/2010., 636. lpp.

3. H. Putāns, A. Putāns, U. Iljins, I. Pelēce, V. Zagorska, L. Kanceviča, I. Ziemelis, Ž. Jesko, A. Ilsters.- Saules baterijas jaudas reăistrēšanas ierīce. Latvijas patents LV 14165. Publicēts: Patenti un preču zīmes. Latvijas Republikas Patentu valdes oficiālais vēstnesis. 6/2010., 886.-887. lpp.

4. U. Iljins, Ē. Ziemelis, I. Ziemelis, I. Pelēce. Saules enerăijas kolektoriekārta ar sfērisko enerăijas kolektoru un tās pielietojumi.- Patenti un preču zīmes, Latvijas Republikas Patentu Valdes oficiālais vēstnesis.- 2007/05, 636 – 637 lpp.


Latvian X X X

Russian X X X

German X X X

English X X X

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Juris Skujāns Name Surname

Riga, Latvia 1952 Place of birth Year of birth

Rector, Latvia University of Agriculture (LLU)

Professor, Department of Architecture and Construction, Faculty of Rural Engineering Work place and position

Work address:

Jelgava Lielā Street 2

Latvia, LV-3001 Phone: 63022584, 63005601

Fax: 63023278 E-mail: [email protected]

Education

Higher education, Master’s studies, doctoral studies. Educational

Establishment, country Study period Speciality Qualification

Riga Polytechnical Institute 1980.-1983. Construction materials

Civil Engineer- Technologist

Research degrees


No. Corresponding Member of Latvian Academy of Science

2008.

Latvia University of Agriculture 2001. Professor Riga Technical University 1993. Construction

materials Dr.sc.ing. H-06, b-d

Nr. 000584 Candidate of Science in former USSR , Moscow Region, Russia

1987. Civil Engineer- Technologist

Candidate of Science in former USSR

TH Nr. 101636

Employment

Since 2004 2002. – 2004.

Rector, LLU Vice – rector of studies, LLU

1993. – 2002. Dean, Faculty of Rural Engineering, LLU 1991. – 1993. Dean, Faculty of Rural Construction, LLU 1987. – 1991. Dean, Faculty of Agriculture Construction, LLA Since 2001. Professor, Department of Architecture and Construction 1998. – 2001. Associate Professor, Department of Architecture and

Construction 1988. – 1998. Assistant Professor, Department of Construction 1980. – 1988. Senior Lecturer, Department of Construction

1976. – 1980. Assistant, Department of Construction

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Technologies of building insulation constructions using light heat isolation materials. Issues concerning constructions’ heating, regulation of wall mass (including wall thermal capacity) and processes of constructions’ drying are researched. Research on development of technologies of foam gypsum, qualities of the material (strength, density, sound absorption, heat transfer etc.) and possibilities of use (heat and sound isolation, heat isolation – constructive materials etc.)


1. Skujāns J., Iljins U., Ziemelis I., Gross U., Osīts N., Brencis R., Venibergs A., Kukuts O., “Experimental Research of Foam Gypsum Acoustic Absorption and Heat Flow “, Proceedings of 4th International Conference on Safety and Environment in Process Industry, Italy, Florence, 2010, 79-84.

2. Iljins U., Skujāns J., Ziemelis I., Gross U., Veinbergs A., “Theoretical and Experimental Reserch on Foam Gypsum Drying Process”, Chemical Engineering Transactions, Proceedings of Conference on Process Integration 09, Modeling and Optimization for Energy Saving and Pollution Reduction, Rome, Italy, 2009, Volume 17, 1735-1740 pp.

3. Skujāns J., Vulāns A., Iljnins U. “Measurements of Heat Transfer of Multi-Layered Wall Construction with Foam Gypsum” , Applied Thermal Engineering, Volume 27. Issue 7, 2007, 1219. – 1224.

4. IĜjins U., Skujāns J., Ziemelis I., Gross U., „Application of Some Electrode Systems for Local Measurements with Conduct-Metrical Method”, Krakow, 2008. (Accepted for publication at „Electrotechnical Review”)

Courses delivered

Construction Materials, Effective Enclosing Constructions for Buildings Construction Materials and Technologies Graduation papers for students of Master and Doctor Degrees Number of publications: total number 82, research publications 51, incl. 7 innovations

Publications

1. Skujāns J., Iljins U., Ziemelis I., Gross U., Osīts N., Brencis R., Venibergs A., Kukuts O., “Experimental Research of Foam Gypsum Acoustic Absorption and Heat Flow “, Proceedings of 4th International Conference on Safety and Environment in Process Industry, Italy, Florence, 2010, 79-84.

2. Iljins U., Skujāns J., Ziemelis I., Gross U., Veinbergs A., “Theoretical and Experimental Reserch on Foam Gypsum Drying Process”, Chemical Engineering Transactions, Proceedings of Conference on Process Integration 09, Modeling and Optimization for Energy Saving and Pollution Reduction, Rome, Italy, 2009, Volume 17, 1735-1740 pp.

3. Skujāns J., Vulāns A., Iljnins U. “Measurements of Heat Transfer of Multi-Layered Wall Construction with Foam Gypsum” , Applied Thermal Engineering, Volume 27. Issue 7, 2007, 1219. – 1224.

4. IĜjins U., Skujāns J., Ziemelis I., Gross U., „Application of Some Electrode Systems for Local Measurements with Conduct-Metrical Method”, Krakow, 2008. (Accepted for publication at „Electrotechnical Review”)

5. Vulāns A., Skujāns J., Kreilis J., Iljins U. “The Use of Different Concrete in Walls with Permanent Stay-in-place Forms.” Biometrics and Information Technologies in Agriculture: Research and Development, Proceedings of Scientific Conference, Kaunas, Lithuania, 2006, 639. - 643.

6. Skujāns J., Stakelbergs D., Cucujevs A., „Technological Aspects of Production of Foam Materials”, book title „Building Materials and Constructions for Agricultural Building”, LLA,

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Jelgava, 1984, vol. 209, p.3-8 (in Russian) Skujāns J., Cucujevs A., Stakelbergs D. ”Research about Surface Tension on the Contact Surface” Water – Gypsum Mixture – Air”, book title „Technology of Concrete Mechanics”, Riga Politechnical Institute, Riga, 1984, p. 17-24 (in Russian).


Heriot Watt University in Edinburgh, Scotland; Eidhoven Technical University in the Netherlands; Wroclaw Agricultural Academy in Poland


- Corresponding member of the Latvian Academy of Science - Vice-president of the Latvia Academy of Agriculture and Forestry Science - Member of the Construction Council of Latvia, Latvian Cabinet of Ministers - Member of the Nordic Association of Agriculture Scientists (NJF) - Member of the International Academy of Refrigeration - Member of the Rector’s Board, Latvian Higher Education institutions - Member of the Professors’ Board of the Agriculture Sector, Agriculture Engineering Science

Sub-Sector and Hydroengineering Sector - Member of the Latvian Agricultural Scientific Institutions Directors’ Board - Member of the Senate and Convent, LLU - Member of the Professors’ Association, Latvian Higher Education institutions - Member of the Latvian Civil Engineering Association (LBS) - Member of the Corporation “Fraternitas Imantica” - Chairman of the Board of the “Jelgava Palace” Foundation Council, LLU

Awards

- Order Maarjamaa Rist III cl. (M), Republic of Estonia, 2005 - Medal from the Wroclaw Agriculture University in Poland, 2001 - Medal from the Ministry of Agriculture, Republic of Latvia, 2005 - Recognition award from the Council of Ministers, Republic of Latvia, 1999. - Recognition award from the Ministry of Agriculture, Republic of Latvia, 2005 - Award from the Latvian Civil Engineering Association (LBS), 2005, 2008. - Gratitude from the Latvian Academy of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences, 2007 - Recognition award from the Council of Higher Education, 2002. - Recognition award from the State Agroindustrial Committee, 1989. - Recognition award “Rector of the Year”, Latvian Students’ Council Annual Reward, 2005, 2007. - Recognition awards from the Latvia University of Agriculture, 1995, 1999, 2002.


One patent and 7 innovations Languages: Reading skills Writing skills Speaking skills excellent good average excellent good average excellent good average

Latvian

Russian

German

English

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Name Surname Arturs Lešinskis

Place of birth – Riga, Latvia Year of birth - 1953 Work place and position- LLU asoc.professor

Work address: Liela iela 1, Jelgava, LV 3000 Phone: +371-3028791

Fax: +371-3022180 E-mail: [email protected]

Education


Study period


Rigas Tehniskā Universitāte higher education doctoral studies

1971-1976 1978-1981

engineer Dr.sc.ing.

Research degrees


No. Rīgas Tehniskā Universitāte 1992. heat, gass and

water technology Dr.sc.ing. B-D

Nr000152

Employment

LLU since 1976 RTU since 1998 SIA LAFIVENTS since 1996


Ventilation and air conditioning


1.Delivered speach “Globalization’s impact on World economies, private sector employers and workforce systems” “Wisconsin Employment&Training Association, Inc.” rīkotajā konferencē “Navigating Generations into the Future” US 13.11.2004.

2.Rīgas Tehniskās Universitātes 46. International scientific conference Riga, 13.-15.10.2005. U.Pelīte, A.Lešinskis Microclimat system optimization in historical public buildings.

3. Participation European association of engineers REHVA 49-th general assembly Moscow, 18.-20.05.2006.. 4.REHVA general assembly Lausanne, 6.-9.10.2005.

Courses delivered

Heating and ventilation. Heating, ventilation and air conditioning.

Number of publications: 30

Publications

1. Kreslins A., Lesinskis A., Pelite U. History of HVAC system development in National Theatres of Latvia// 7TH REHVA world congress. Clima 2000/Napoli 2001. Paper abstracts.- Napoli (Italy), 15 –18 September 2001.- 270. pp.

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2. Pelīte U., Lešinskis A. Assessment of the real heat transfer coefficient within plastic windows structure by diversification of air parameters in the pool room.// Proceedings of Scientific conference civil engineering ’03.- Jelgava. Latvia University of Agriculture, Department of Architecture and buildings, 21 March 2003.- 128.-131. pp.

3. Pelīte U., Lešinskis A. Constant room air absolute humidity in storage`s with variable volume outside air supply// Post REHVA 45th General Assembly Conference. International conference on heat, gas and water tehnologies for modern society. Proceedings of the Conference.- Riga Technical university Publishing House, 7 October 2002.- 128.-131. pp.

4. Pelīte U., Lešinskis A. Gaisa kondicionēšana noliktavā ar kontrolējamu telpas gaisa mitruma saturu// RTU Zinātniskie raksti. Arhitektūra un būvzinātne. Sērija 2. Sējums 3.- Rīga: RTU, 2002.- 144.-147. lpp.

5. Pelīte U., Lešinskis A. Telpas gaisa mitruma un CO2 satura datu pielietojums LU lielā aula gaisa kondicionēšanas sistēmu darbības optimizācijā// RTU Zinātniskie raksti. Arhitektūra un būvzinātne. Sērija 2. Sējums 4.- Rīga: RTU, 2003.- 188.-192. lpp.


“Carrier” factory Lion, France 2005.28.April-1.May “SYSTEMAIR” factory Sveden 2005.20.-22.September HVAC exibition Hannover 2005.2.-5.November


Amerikan association of engineers ASHRAE Latvian association of engineers LSGŪTIS LZA commision of terminology

Awards


1 Languages: Reading skills Writing skills Speaking skills excellent good average excellent good average excellent good average

Latvian X X X

Russian X X X

German

English X X X

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Janis Kreilis Name Surname

Latvia, Jelgava District 1947 Place of birth Year of birth

Latvia University of Agriculture, Associated Professor Work place and position

Work address:

Jelgava, Academia 19 Str. Phone: 63027334

Fax: 63022180 E-mail: [email protected]

Education


Study period


Latvia Academy of Agriculture 1965-1970 hydrotechnics Engineer Riga Technical University, Latvia 1981-1983 foundations

Research degrees


No. Riga Technical University, Latvia

1992 Footings and Foundations

Dr. Sc. B-D No.000436

Employment

Latvia Academy of Agriculture - Assistant Latvia University of Agriculture - Associated Professor


Retaining Walls; Strengthening of Steel and Reinforced Concrete Structures; Evaluation of Mechanical Properties of Sandwich Panels; Resistance of Cold-formed Members and Sheeting


J.Kreilis, J.Brauns. Design Problems of RC Floors for Large Scale Reservoirs. International scientific conference Civil engineering ’03 Jelgava, 21-22 March, 2003; J.Brauns, J.Kreilis. Influence of External Flexural Strengthening on Behaviour of RC Beams. International scientific conference Civil engineering ’03 Jelgava, 21-22 March, 2003. Brauns J., Rocēns K., Kreilis J. Stability of steel-face sandwich panels under axial loading. International scientific conference Civil Engineering .05, Jelgava: LLU, 2005, May 26-27. Evaluation of Mechanical Properties of Sandwich Panels. J.Kreilis, J.Ėikulis. 16th Baltic Building Symposium, Tartu University of Life Sciences, May 28-29, 2009. Elaboration and Analysis of Thermal Transmission of Building Envelopes. S.Štrausa, J.Kreilis, A.Vulāns (poster). ASEE Northeast Section Conference April 3-4, 2009.

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Courses delivered

Inspecting and Testing of Building Constructions Strength of Materials (Special Course) Automation of Engineer Calculations Retaining Walls Constructive Shapes of Buildings Estimation of Structures

Number of publications: …32….

Publications

J.Kreilis, J.Brauns. Design Problems of RC Floors for Large Scale Reservoirs. In: Proceedings of the International scientific conference Civil engineering ’03 Jelgava, 21-22 March, 2003; J.Brauns, J.Kreilis. Influence of External Flexural Strengthening on Behaviour of RC Beams. In: Proceedings of the International scientific conference Civil engineering ’03 Jelgava, 21-22 March, 2003. Brauns J., Rocēns K., Kreilis J. Stability of steel-face sandwich panels under axial loading. In: Proceedings of International scientific conference Civil Engineering ‘05, Jelgava: LLU, 2005, 150-154. Kreilis J., Ėikulis J. Evaluation of Mechanical Properties of Sandwich Panel. In: Proceedings of the 16th Baltic Building Symposium in Tartu, Estonia University of Lifesciences, 2009, May 28-29, p.50-53.


Short-time in-service training: Christchurch Polytechnic Institute, Dunedin Otago University (New Zealand, 2008). University of Bridgeport (USA, 2009) Edinburg Napier University (Scotland, 2009) Tartu University, Institute of Forestry and Rural Engineering (Estonia, 2009). Didactics of Higher Education, Latvia University of Agriculture, 2010


Member of Convent and Senate of LUA Society of Civil Engineers

Awards



Latvian x x x

Russian x x x

German

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CURRICULUM VITAE

Lilita Ozola

Name Surname Talsi 171050-10039

Birthplace Personal code 17-10-50 Latvian

Date, month, year Nationality Single

Marital status

Work place and position Department of Structural Engineering, Latvia University of Agriculture, Assistant Prof.

Work address: Home address: 19 Akademijas Street, Jelgava 60-51 Ganibu Street, Jelgava

LV-3001 LV-3007

Telephone +371 3024476 Telephone Fax: +371 3022180


Education Higher education, Master’s course, doctoral

studies. Ed. Establishments, country Study

period

Speciality Qualificatio

n

Latvia Academy of Agriculture 1970-1975 Land Reclamation Engineer Latvia University of Agriculture 1988-1992 Civil Engineering MSc

Estonia University of Agriculture 2003-2005 Rural Engineering Dr Sc ing

Zinātniskā kvalifik ācija

Zinātniskā padome, iestāde, valsts

Gads Specialitāte Zinātniskais grāds

Diploma Nr.

Latvijas Lauksaimniecības universitātes Maăistra grāda pielīdzināšanas komisija

Igaunijas Lauksaimniecības universitātes InženierzinātĦu augstākās kvalifikācijas padome

1992

2005

Būvniecība

Lauksaimniecības ēkas

Inženier zinātĦu maăistrs

Inženier zinātĦu doktors

Nr. 90 1992. g. 3. jūnijā

Diploms DD 000088, 2005. g. 27. aprīlī

Work Experience 1975-1976 Laboratory Assistant at the Department Building of Latvia Academy of Agriculture 1976-1979. Educational Assistant at the Department of Structural Engineering of Latvia Academy of Agriculture 1979-2000 Senior Lecturer at the Department of Structural Engineering of Latvia Academy of Agriculture 2000-2010 Assistant Professor at the Department of Structural Engineering of Latvia University of Agriculture 2010- Associate Professor at the Dept of Structural Eng. of Latvia University of Agriculture

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2. Scientific Activities and Publications (2004-2010)

2.1. Participation in execution of Twinning Contract LV/2005-IB/EC/01 Implementation of Eurocodes in Structural Design Practice in Latvia between Deutsches Institut für Bautechnik and Building department Latvia Ministry of Economics “, Lilita Ozola. Job Contract Nr. 16/2007 “Design Of Timber Structures In Accordance With LVS EN 1995-1-1”.

2.6. Valuable Publications in Civil Engineering

2.6.1 ICI citation Ozola L., J. Miljan & T. Keskküla. Assessment of load bearing structures. In: Proceedings of ISEC-04:

Innovations in Structural Engineering and Construction, Xie, Y. M. and Patnaikuni, I. (eds.), Vol. 1, 1588 pp., Taylor & Francis/Balkema, The Netherlands, 2007, pp. 797-803

(Citation in SCOPUS: http://www.scopus.com/scopus/inward/record.url?eid=2-s2.0-55549138414&partnerID=40

DOCUMENT TYPE: Conference Paper SOURCE: Scopus)

2.6.2 Publications in Reviewed editions

1. Ozola L. Consideration on Design Models of Timber Structures. In: Book of Abstracts. Volume I. WCTE 2010. World Conference on Timber Engineering. June 20-24, 2010, Riva del Garda, Trento, Italy, p. 87-88

2. Ozola L. Consideration on Design Models of Timber Structures. Full paper on CD: WCTE2010 Conference Proceedings. 11th World Conference on Timber Engineering. June 20-24, 2010, Riva del Garda, Trento, Italy

3. Ozola L. Reasoning on Structural Timber Design for Target Reliability. In: Challenges, Opportunities and Solutions in Structural Engineering and Construction: Proceedings of the 5th International Structural Engineering and Construction Conference ISEC-5, Las Vegas, USA, 22-25 September 2009. Editor Nader Ghafoori. CRC Press/ A Balkema Book.- pp. 405-410

4. Ozola L. Training of skills and thinking in structural timber design. In: Challenges, Opportunities and Solutions in Structural Engineering and Construction: Proceedings of the 5th International Structural Engineering and Construction Conference ISEC-5, Las Vegas, USA, 22-25 September 2009. Editor: Nader Ghafoori. CRC Press/ A Balkema Book.- pp. 757-761

5. Ozola L. Contribution to the improvement of design conditions for glulam beams. Program and Abstracts. 10th World Conference on Timber Engineering WCTE2008. June 2-5, 2008, Miyazaki, Japan, p. 56 (Full paper on CD)

6. Oзола Л., Т. Кесккюла, Я. Милъян. Оценка безопасности несущих конструкций. LŽŪU Mokslo Darbai. Technologijos Mokslai. 2007. Nr. 74(27)1, c. 41-49

7. Ozola, L., Keskkula, T. & Miljan, J. Assessment of timber structures. Program and Abstracts. 9th World Conference on Timber Engineering. Portland. August 6-10, 2006, Portland, OR, USA, p. 229 (Full paper on CD)

8. Ozola, L. Design models and rational solutions of timber trusses. Program and Abstracts. 9th World Conference on Timber Engineering. Portland. August 6-10, 2006, Portland, OR, USA, p. 342 (Full paper on CD)

9. Ozola L. Factor’s variability effects and uncertainty in structural timber engineering. Thesis for Degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering (Civil Engineering. By Lilita Ozola. Tartu, 2005.- 164 p.

10. Ozola L. Statistical estimates of strength and stiffness properties of timber/ Proceedings of the conference on PRObabilistic Models in Timber Engineering. Tests, Models, Applications. Association ARBORA, 2005.- pp 159-167

11. Keskkula T., Ozola L. Reliability based classification of timber structures/ Proceedings of the 8th World Conference on Timber Engineering. WCTE 2004. Lahti, Finland, June 14-17, 2004: Volume I: Presentations held on Monday.- pp 229-232.

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12. Ozola L. Sample Size Effects in Engineering Predictions of Wood Strength/ Proceedings of the 8th World Conference on Timber Engineering. WCTE 2004. Lahti, Finland, June 14-17, 2004: Volume III: Presentations held on Wednesday and all posters.- pp 587-590

2.6.2 Student Text Books

Ozola L. Koka būvkonstrukciju aplēse un konstruēšana I: 1. un 5. Eirokodeksa pielietošana būvprojektēšanā.- Jelgava, LLU, 2008.- 259 lpp.

Ozola L. Koka būvkonstrukciju elementi. Aprēėins un konstruēšana saskaĦā ar Eirokodeksiem (Eurocode 1, Eurocode 5).- Jelgava, LLU, 2006.- 184 lpp.

2.6.7 Other Publications

Ozola L. Par koka konstrukciju projektēšanu saskaĦā ar 5.Eirokodeksu.- Gr.: Koks būvniecībā.- Rīga: Stilus, 2007.- 38-56 lpp.

Vācu-latviešu būvniecības terminu vārdnīca. Apmēram 18 000 terminu/ Sastādītāji: L.Ozola, R.Sipoviča. DEUTSCH – LETTISCH WÖRTERBUCH FÜR BAUWESEN. Etwa 18 000 Fachbegriffe. Herausgegeben L.OZOLA und R.SIPOVIČA.- Jelgava, LLU, 2004.

Total Number of Publications : 73

2.8. Contributions at conferences (2004-2010)

1. Ozola L. Consideration on Design Models of Timber Structures. Presented in Section: Design and Engineering Tools. World Conference on Timber Engineering WCTE 2010. June 20-24, 2010, Riva del Garda, Trento, Italy/ Oral presentation in June 20.

2. Ozola L. Training of skills and thinking in structural timber design. Presented in Section: Construction management & Construction methods, 5th International Structural Engineering and Construction Conference ISEC-5 Lasvegas, ASV 24.09.09)/ Oral presentation

3. Ozola, L. Reasoning on Structural Timber Design for Target Reliability. 5th International Structural Engineering and Construction Conference ISEC-5, Lasvegas, ASV, September 22-25, 2009. Section: Steel structures & Structural Optimization and Computation: 25.09.09/ Oral presentation

4. Ozola, L. Contribution to the improvement of design conditions for glulam beams. 10th World Conference on Timber Engineering, Section: Design, Miyazaki, Japan, June 2-5, 2008, Oral presentation in 04.06.08.

5. Ozola, L. (Speaker), Keskkula, T. & Miljan, J. Assessment of load bearing structures. 4th International Structural Engineering and Construction Conference ISEC-4, Melbourne, Australia, September 26 – 28, 2007 (28th Sept).

6. Oзола Л. (Speaker), Т. Кесккюла, Я. Милъян. Оценка безопасности несущих конструкций. International Conference in Lithuania University of Agriculture 25th May, 2007.

7. Ozola, L. (Speaker), T.Keskküla & J.Miljan. Assessment of timber structures. 9th World Conference on Timber Engineering, Section Reliability, August 6-10, 2006, Portland, OR, USA, Oral Presentation in Wednesday.

8. Ozola, L. Design models and rational solutions of timber trusses. 9th World Conference on Timber Engineering, August 6-10, 2006, Portland, OR, USA, Section: Truss Systems, Oral Presentation in Thursday

9. Ozola L. Problems dealt with Design and Construction of Timber Structures in Latvia. TIMBER SEMINAR, April 12, 2006 in Tartu, Ehitaja puidukoolitus, EMÜ.

10. Ozola L. Koka konstrukciju projektēšana saskaĦā ar 5. Eirokodeksu. Referāts seminārā “Aktuālais par dažādu koka konstrukciju projektēšanu un pielietošanu būvniecībā”. 2006. gada 17. maijs, žurnāls “Būvēt” sadarbībā ar Latvijas Lauksaimniecības universitāti, VEF Kultūras pilī

11. L. Ozola (Speaker), T.Keskküla. Uncertainties involved in structural timber design by

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different code formats/ CIB-W18 International Council for Research and Innovation in Building and Construction: Working Commission W18 – Timber Structures. Meeting Thirty-Eight, Karlsruhe, Germany, August 29-31, 2005.

12. L. Ozola (Speaker). Statistical Estimates of Strength and Stiffness Properties of Timber/ International Conference: PRObabilistic MOdels In Timber Engineering. Tests, Models, Applications. COST Action E24. Final Conference. Arcachon, France, September 8-9, 2005

13. T. Keskküla, L. Ozola (Speaker). Reliability based classification of timber structures/ 8th World Conference on Timber Engineering. WCTE 2004. Lahti, Finland, June 14-17, 2004: in Monday, June 14

2.10. Review of Paper Tall Timber Buildings in The Netherlands. Authors: A. J. M. Jorissen, A. J. M. Leijten (The Netherlands), September, 2007 for Edition of Journal „Structural Engineering International” 3. Pedagoăiskā darbība (2003-2009)

3.2. Written Opinion on Promotion Work: Influence of Defects Caused by Environmental Impact upon the Reliability and Repair Durability of Hydraulic Structures. By Rytis Skominas, Lithuanian University of Agriculture, 2008.

3.4. Supervision of Master Thesis : three Masters in Civil Engineering Sciences diploma awarded

Current supervision of 5 Master students,

3.5. Supervision of 26 research works for undergraduate students; Supervision of Diploma Projects for 38 young engineers

3.6. Lectures courses BSc. Course: Wooden and Plastic Structures (4.5 KP) BSc. Course: Engineering Mechanics (3 KP) BSc. Course: Timber Structures for Public Buildings (1+1.5 KP) BSc. Course: Design of Timber Structures (1+1.5 KP) BSc. Course: Actions on Structures (1+1 KP) BSc. Course: Use of Computer Programs (2 KP) BSc. Course: Computer Graphics (1 KP) MSc. Course: Data Analysis (2 KP) MSc. Course: Wood materials and structures (4 KP) Doctorate Course: Selected Topics In Timber Engineering (2 KP)

3.9. Life Learning Activities

Didactics of Higher Education, LLU, Certificate Nr.000227, April 2, 2004

4. Other Professional Activities

Member of International Association for Bridge and Structural Engineering - IABSE

Member of Convent of LLU.

Departmental coordinator of LLP/ Erasmus in Faculty.

Languages: Reading skills Writing skills Speaking skills free good fair free good fair free good fair

Latvian x x x

Russian x x x

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German x x

English x x x

Signature: L. Ozola

September 15, 2010

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CURRICULUM VITAE Jānis Valters

Name Surname Jelgava district 071239-10023

Birthplace Personal code 07. XII 1939. Latvian

Date, month, year Nationality Married Marital status

LAU, Faculty of Rural Engineering, Scientific Institute of Water Management and Land, director, professor


Work address: Home address: 43 Dobeles str. Jelgava 31 - 25 Matera str. Jelgava

Telephone +371 63025517 Telephone +371 63046146 Fax: +371 63027180


Education

Higher education, Master’s course, doctoral studies. Ed. Establishments, country

Study period


Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia 1958-1963 Land Reclamation

Engineer

Scientific Institute of hydrotehnic and land reclamation, Moscow

1984 Land Reclamation

Cand.tehn.sc.

Scientific institute "Polymer materials for agriculture and water management", Latvia

1993 Land Reclamation and water management

Dr. sc. ing.

Scientific institute "Polymer materials for agriculture and water management", Latvia

1995 Land Reclamation and water management

Dr. habil. sc.ing.

Work Experience

1963-1969 Engineer at the Department of Building of LLA 1969-1974 Senior engineer at Latvia Scientific institute of hydrotehnic and land reclamation 1975-1978 A head of the laboratory at Latvia Scientific institute of hydrotehnic and land reclamation 1978-1991 Senior scientific worker at the Scientific institute of polymer material use in land reclamation and water management 1991-1997 Leading researcher at State Scientific Research Institute of Agricultural Polymers and Water Management 1998- present Director of Scientific Institute of Water Management and Land, LAU 1996- present Professor at LAU, Faculty of Rural Engineering

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Scientific Research Interests

Hydrotechnical amelioration, drainage; agricultural land drainage intensity aspects; hydrotechnical structures; water management

Contributions at conferences

1. J.Valters. V. Faitelsons, V. Judins. Thermoplastic concretes in purification and surface run-off removal constructions. ECO Balt” 2008.Riga, 2008.

2.J.Valters, V. Judins, L. ěakmunds. Sanitation river Olekte. International Congress “ECWATECH – 2008. Moscow. 2008.

3. J.Valters, I. Grīnfelde. Agency of Latvia University of Agriculture „ History of Research Institute of Water and Land Management“ LUA - 70. 2009. [CD].

4.V.Judins, J.Valters. Mathematical modelling of small HES cascade on the river Berze. Moscow, 2004.International Congress ĒCWATECH – 2004. [CD].

5. 6.

Lectures courses

1996 – Land reclamation; agricultural technique, scientific activity bases (B. Sc. course) 1998 –present Limnology and hydrobiology ( B .Sc. course)

1999 – present. Research methodology advanced course for master students, 1 Master student work was prepared for defence, at present 2 master student works and a doctor studio program in Water Resources Engineering are supervised

Number of Publications: 75

Publications (not more than 5)

.1..V.Judins,J.Valters.Mathematical modelling of small HES cascade on the river Berze. Moscow, 2004.International Congress ECWATECH –

2. J.Valters. The fulfilled, possibilities, strategy in water recourse engineering. Latvian Scientific Academy of Agriculture and Forestry and LAU scientific conference .2000, LAU, Jelgava

3. J.Valters, H.Smilga. Drainage hydrological activity under the influence of environment factors. II World congress of Latvian scientists, Riga, 2001.

4. 3. J.Valters, I. Grīnfelde. Agency of Latvia University of Agriculture „ Research Institute of Water and Land Management“ LUA - 70. 2009.[ CD].

5. J.Valters, H.Smilga, J.Strubergs. Drainage hydrological science in Latvia.International Baltic Conference on the History of Science. Riga 13 – 15 October.2003. (0.13 a/l).

In-service training (last three years)

Academic and Social societies (membership)

Expert of Latvian Council of Science Member of Latvian working group of International Hydrological Program (UNESCO)

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Languages: Reading skills Writing skills Speaking skills free good fair free good fair free good fair

Latvian x x x

Russian x x x

German

English x x x

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CURRICULUM VITAE Imants Liepa ....................................................................... ................................................................... Name Surname

Tukums 180237-10052 ....................................................................... ................................................................... Birthplace Personal code

18.02.1937. Latvian ........................................................................ .................................................................... Date, month year Nationality

Married .................................................................... Marital status ........................................................................................................................................................................................ Work place and position Work address: Home address: 11. Akadēmijas str. Jelgava, LV-3001 41. Sila str. Jelgava, LV-3008 ................................................................. ................................................................... Telephone ........+371 3026322.......... Telephone +371 3081630...................... Fax +371 3021619 E-mail: [email protected] Education Higer education, Master`s course, doctoral studies.

Ed. Establishments, country

Study period Speciality Qualification

Latvia University of Agriculture 1957-1962 Silviculture Engineer-forester

Latvia University 1966-1967 Botany CSc Estonian Academy of Sciences 1976 Ecology Dr.biol. Latvian Council of Science 1992 Ecology Dr. habil. biol.

Work Experience

1961-1962 Sawmill worker, Forestry and forest industry enterprise at Jelgava 1962- 1963 Laboratory assistant at the Department of Forest measurement of LLA 1964-1966 Teacher at the technical school at Aizupe of Tukums district 1966- 1967 Postgraduate at the Department of botany of Latvia University 1967-1989 Educational assistant, senior lecturer, assistant professor, professor at the Department of botany of LU 1989-2003 Head of Department of Silviculture of LLU, professor 2003-....... Professor, Department of Silviculture of LLU. Scientific Research Interests Forest ecology: evaluation of the environmental impact on forest ecosystems, carbon dioxede sequestration, forest typology. Silviculture: thinnings, dendrometry, forest inventory, ecological forecasting of wood increment Contributions at conferences (last three years) 1. Liepa I., 2001. The statistical methods for ecological forecasting of agricultural needs. The Third Nordics – Baltic Conference at Jelgava, Latvia. May 24-26, 2001.

2. Gaitnieks T., Liepa I., 2002. The role of grey alder (Alnus incana L. (Moench)) in biological silviculture. The International Conference Scientific Aspects of Organic Farming at Jelgava, Latvia. March 21-22, 2002.

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3. Liepa I., Gaitnieks T., 2002. Afforestation of abandoned agricultural land and Alnus incana L. (Moench.). The International Conference Scientific Aspects of Organic Farming at Jelgava, Latvia. March 21-22, 2002. 4. Iesalnieks J., Liepa I., 2003. Value of forest capital and its calculation. The International Scientific Conference of Faculties of Economics of Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Warsaw and Scecin Universities of Agriculture and the Academy of Agricultural and Forestry Sciences of Latvia at Jelgava, Latvia. April 9-11, 2003. 5. I. Liepa. OglekĜa dioksīda un oglekĜa piesaiste Latvijas egĜu mežos (Accumulation of carbon dioxide and carbon in spruce forests in Latvia). LLU MF zinātniski praktiskā konference Zinātne un prakse nozares attīstībai. Jelgava, 3.-4. novembris, 2004 6. I. Liepa, A. Drēska, L. LīpiĦš, Z. Sarmulis, V. Grunda, R. Lēnerts, E. ZeiliĦš. Skujkoku zāăbaĜėu raukumu ietekmējošie faktori(Factors influencingthe taper of coniferous saw logs) LLU MF zinātniski praktiskā konference Zinātne un prakse nozares attīstībai. Jelgava, 3.-4. novembris, 2004. 7. T. Gaitnieks, I. Liepa. Kūdras substrātu bioloăiskās aktivitātes novērtēšanas metodes (Methods for evaluation biological activity of peat substratum). LU 63. zinātniskā konference. Rīga, 24.-31. janvāris, 2005. 8. Liepa I., Blija T. EgĜu mežu fitomasas frakcionālais sastāvs. LLU MF zinātniski praktiskā conference Zinātne un prakse nozares attīstībai. Jelgava 15.-16. marts, 2006. 9. Z. Sarmulis, I. Liepa, A. Dreska, L. LīpiĦš. Relationships between round timber taper and factors affecting it. The 5th International Symposium Wood structure and Properties ’06. September 3-6, 2006, Sliač-Slienica, Slovakia.

10. p. 39-43. 10. LazdiĦa D., Liepa I., LazdiĦš A. Waste water sewage sludge fertilization effect on soil properties and short rotation tree plantation tree productivity. The International Scientific Conference Research for Rural Development 2007, Jelgava, 16 18.06.2007. P. 143 – 150. 11. Liepa, I., Blija,T. The Fractional Content of Spruce Stand Trees Biomass in Latvia. The 5th UEAA General Assembly and the Associated Workshop, Riga, Latvia, 28-31 May 2008. – Rīga: Zinātne. – p. 137-144. Leetures courses 1. Scientific Research Methodology. 4 CP. Doctor’s studies at LLU. Compulsory. Examination. 2 Research Methodology. 2 CP. Master’s studies at Forest Faculty of LLU. Compulsory. Test. 3. Forest Ecology. 2 CP. Master’s studies at Forest Faculty of LLU. Compulsory. Examination. 4. Forest Science. 3 CP. Bachelor’s studies at Forest Faculty of LLU. Compulsory. Examination. 5. Silviculture. 2 CP. Bachelor’s studies at Forest Faculty of LLU. Compulsory. Examination. 6. Silviculture. 2.5 CP. Professional studies at Forest Faculty of LLU. Compulsory. Examination. 7. Environmental Impact Assessment. 3 CP. Master’s studies at Forest Faculty of LLU. Optional. Test. 8. Increment Science. 2CP. Master’s studies at Forest Faculty of LLU. Optional. Test. 9. Environmental Impact Assessment. 2 CP. Bachelor’s studies at Forest Faculty of LLU. Optional. Test. Number of Publications: 252 + 130 articles in Forest Encyclopaedia, 2003. Publications (not more than 5): 1. Iesalnieks J., Liepa I., 2003. Value of forest capital and its calculation. In Economic Sciences for Rural Development.Proceedings (reports) of the international scientific conference of faculties of economics of Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Warsaw and Scecin universities of agriculture and the Academy of agricultural and forestry sciences of Latvia held in Jelgava, Latvia, April 9-11, 2003. First Part. – p. 81 – 86. 2. Liepa I., Galaktionova D., Pospelova G., Ramans K., Nikodemus O., 2003. Rīgas superfosfāta rūpnīcas ietekme uzpriežu mežaudzēm un antropogēnā stresa dinamika pēc rūpnīcas slēgšanas [Influence of the Rīga Phosphate Plant on Pine Forest Stands and the Dynamics of Anthropogenic Stress after the Shutdown of the Plant (in Latvian)]. Latvijas Lauksaimniecības universitāte. Raksti. - Nr. 9(304). - Jelgava: LLU. - p. 46 - 51. 3. Liepa I, 2004. The elaboration of the methodology for an automated forecasting of the wood increment in volume. In High Tech in Latvia 2004. - Rīga: Publishing House AGB. – p. 19. 4. Indriksons, P. Zālītis, I. Liepa, 2005. Latvia. In European long-term research for sustainable forestry. Experimental and monitoring assets at the ecosystem and landscape level. Part 1: Country reports. Technical Report 3.COST Action E25. ECOFOR, Paris. P. 165-181. 5. LīpiĦš L., Liepa I., 2007. ApaĜo kokmateriālu uzmērīšana [Round timber measurement]. – Jelgava, SIA Latgales druka104 lpp.

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6. Imants Liepa, Teodors Blija, 2008. Latvijas egĜu mežu koku biomasas struktūra [Tree Biomass Structure of Spruce Forests in Latvia]. LLU Raksti 20 (315). [Proceedings of the Latvia of Agriculture 20 (315) – Jelgava: LLU. 32.-37. lpp. 7.Imants Liepa, 2008. Latvijas skujkoku mežu krājas pieaugums. [Annual volume Increment of Coniferous Forests in Latvia]. LLU Raksti 20 (315). [Proceedings of the Latvia of Agriculture 20 (315) – Jelgava: LLU. 46.-52. lpp. 8. Imants Liepa, Andris Drēska, Valērijs Grunda, Leonards LīpiĦš, Gatis Roga, Ziedonis Sarmulis, 2008. Skujkoku zāăbaĜėu raukums Latvijā. [Taper of Coniferous Saw Logs in Latvia]. LLU Raksti 20 (315). [Proceedings of the Latvia of Agriculture 20 (315) – Jelgava: LLU. 84.-92. lpp. 9. LazdiĦa D., Liepa I., LazdiĦš A.,2007. Waste water sewage sludge fertilization effect on soil properties and short rotation tree plantation productivity. In Proceedings of The International Scientific Conference Research for Rural Development 2007, Jelgava, 16 – 18.06.2007. P. 143 – 150. 10. Liepa, I., Blija,T., 2008. The Fractional Content of Spruce Stand Trees Biomass in Latvia. In Renewable Energy Resources, Production and Technologies. Proceedings of the 5th UEAA General Assembly and the Associated Workshop, Riga, Latvia, 28-31 May 2008. – Rīga: Zinātne. – p. 137-144. 11. A. Šmits, Z. Striėe, I. Liepa, 2008. Priežu rūsganās zāălapsenes (Neodiprion sertifer Geoffr.) izraisītās defoliācijas ietekme uz priežu (Pinus sylvestris L.) pieaugumu. [Effect of defoliation caused by European sawfly Neodiprion sertifer Geoffr. On Scots pine Pinus sylvestris L. Zinātnisko rakstu krājums Mežzinātne 18(51)’2008. [Proceedings Forest Science 18(51)’2008) Salaspils. 53.-73. lpp. 12. Liepa, 2009. Studies of Wood Resources Dynamics in the Faculty of Forest. In Proceedings of International Scientific Conference Latvia University of Agriculture – 70. Research Results – Actualities – Prospects, Jelgava: LLU. S. 167-168. Academic and Social societies (membership) Corresponding member of the Latvian Academy of Sciences Member of the Academy of Agricultural and Forestry Sciences of Latvia

Languages: Reading skills Writing skills Spaking skills free good fair free good fair free good fair Latvian + � � + � � + � � Russian � + � � + � � � � German � + � � + � � � + English � + � � � + � � + Jelgavā, 13.09.10. I. Liepa

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CURRICULUM VITAE

Larisa MaĜinovska Name Surname

Dundaga 270751-10037 Place of birth Identity No


Latvia University of Agriculture, Faculty of Social Sciences, Department of Languages, Associate Professor

Work address: Čakste blvd. 5

Jelgava LV-3001

Phone: 3080702, 29378511 Fax: 3027238


Education


Study period


Sheffield University. Sheffield, Great Britain. Course “English Language Teaching and Development”

1990

Philology

Certificate

Latvia State University, Department of Pedagogics and Psychology, Graduate studies

1988-1991 Theory and History of Pedagogics

Master degree

Latvia State University, Faculty of Foreign Languages

1969-1975 English Language and Literature

Diploma

Research degrees


No. Latvia University, Habilitation and Promotion Council of Pedagogical Sciences

1997

Theory and History of Pedagogics

Doctor

C-D 001398

Employment

1975-1992 – Latvian Agricultural Academy, Department of Languages, Assistant 1992-1997 - Latvian Agricultural Academy, Department of Languages, Lecturer 1997-2002 - Latvian Agricultural Academy, Department of Languages, Docent 2002-up to date – Latvia University of Agriculture, Department of Languages, Assoc. professor


Scientific research directions Interrelations of student autonomy and responsibility in the study process at higher school, co-operative learning, motivation to learn foreign languages, content and language integrated learning

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Promotion work supervision V. Tomsons. Development of Life-long Learning Competences in Undergraduate Studies. Master work supervision From 2000 – scientific adviser for 8 Master papers. Consultant for Bachelor work at the Latvia University, Faculty of Modern Languages – A. KĜaviĦa “Terminology Used in Sugar Industry”. 2000. Qualification and Bachelor work supervision From 2003 – 55 Qualification and Bachelor papers Projects

• 2008. Applied research project Identification and Development in the Study Process of Competences necessary for Engineer in the Latvian Labour Market.

• 2009. 14. 05. International Scientific Conference for undergraduate, graduate and post-graduate students of the Faculty of Engineering and Faculty of Social Sciences „Students on their Way to Science” (Latvia, Lithuania, Russia, Czech Republic, Ukraine, Belarus, USA, Germany, Malawi).

• 2008. 15. 05. International Scientific Conference for undergraduate, graduate and post-graduate students of the Faculty of Engineering and Faculty of Social Sciences „Students on their Way to Science” dedicated to the Year of European Intercultural Dialogue 2008. (Latvia, Lithuania, Russia, Czech Republic, Ukraine, Belarus, USA and Germany (8 countries). Conference committee chairperson.

• 2007. 20. 04. International Scientific Conference for undergraduate, graduate and post-graduate students of the Faculty of Engineering and Faculty of Social Sciences „Students on their Way to Science” (Latvia, Lithuania, Russia, Germany, Brazil) (9 higher schools).

• 2006. 29- 31. 05. Baltic Sea Network Partner Days at the Latvia University of Agriculture, Jelgava ( Latvia, Lithuania, Estonia, Russia, Germany, Finland).

• 2006. 1 -12. o4. Intensive international project „Promoting Intercultural Management Competences in the Baltic Sea Region PIM 2006” (Latvia, Lithuania, Estonia, Russia, Denmark, Finland).

• From 2004 - International project Baltic Sea Network. From 2005 – member of the steering committee.

• 2004. Contract with PMPMA on preparation of materials in Latvian for the booklet „Guidelines for Consumer Education in the Baltic States”.

• From 2002 – member of Agricultural Machinery Terminology Commission. • 2003-2006 – Leonardo da Vinci project “Team Teaching – Transfer and Boundary

Zones in Content and Language Integrated Learning” (Latvia, Finland, England, Poland, Spain). Project coordinator.

• 2003 – Development of the study program “External Relations of Organisations”. • 2003 – Preparation of accreditation materials for the above mentioned program. 2006

– preparation of re-accreditation. • 2002 – 2005. International project „Guidelines for Consumer Education in the Baltic

States”. Life competences for sustainable education. Project of the Northern and Baltic states „Consumer Education and Development”.

• 2001 – Development of the study program “Management of Organisations”- steering team member.

• 2001 – 2005. Scientific project No. 01. 0787. Research in Development of Milk Farming Technologies and Mechanisation.

• 2009 – SELL sports event organizing committee member. Reviewing of scientific publications 1. Students on their Way to Science (Undergraduate, graduate, post-graduate students)/Collection of abstracts from the 4th International Scientific Conference. - Jelgava,

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2009.-68 p. ISSN 1691-5623. 2. Наука. Образование. Технологии – 2009. Материалы II международной научно – практической конференции. Книта 2. В 2 книгах. Барановичи, РИО БарГУ, 2009. – 214с. ISBN 978-985-498-226-7; ISBN 978-985-498-228-1. 3. Наука. Образование. Технологии – 2009. Материалы II международной научно – практической конференции. Книта 1. В 2 книгах. Барановичи, РИО БарГУ, 2009. – 254с. ISBN 978-985-498-226-7; ISBN 978-985-498-227-4. 4. Adelina Alegria. Integrating Language Development and Science Content for Middle School English Learners. Raksts žurnālam „Journal of Science Education””, Bogota, Colombia. 15 pp. 2008. 5. M. PutniĦa. „Advertising for Better Communication: Analysis of University Students’ Projects on the Topic”. Article for scientific publications at Cherkas State Technological University. 2008. 6. Наука. Образование. Технологии – 2008. Материалы международной научно – практической конференции. Книта 2. В 3 книгах. Барановичи, РИО БарГУ, 2008. – Кн. 2: Актуальные проблемы реформирования педагогического образования. – 432 с. Рецензенты: Л. Малиновска, доктор педагогических наук, Латвийский сельскохозяйственный университет, Латвия; Н. Я. Игнатенко, доктор педагогических наук, профессор, Крымский гуманитарный университет, Украина. 2008. 7. V. Tomsons. “Theoretical Frame for Research on Sustainability of Competences”. Article for “Journal of Science Education”. (Bogota, Colombia). 2006. 8. A. Aizsila. “Experience and Perspective of Further Education”. Article for “Journal of Science Education”. (Bogota, Colombia). 2006. 9. A. Aizsila. “Acquisition of Ethic Values and Dynamics of Self – Education. Article for LLU scientific publications. 2006. 10. B. Briede. Article for “Journal of Science Education”. (Bogota, Colombia). 2006. 11. Regular reviewing of Bachelor and Master papers at the Latvia University of Agriculture.


• 2009. International Scientific Conference „Engineering for Rural Development” reports „How Best to Educate the Future Engineers” and „Development of Competences Necessary for Engineers in the Process of Studies”

• Presentation of LLU in Lithuania, Alytus city festival activity „Business Days and International Contacts Fair 2008”.

• 2008. International scientific conference Наука. Образование. Технологии – 2008. Report „Competences Necessary for External Relations Specialists” (Baranovichi State University, Belarus)

• 2008. Presentation of LLU and the program "External Relations of Organisations” at Copenhagen Technical Academy in the activity FUTUREDAY (Denmark).

• 2007. Delivered a seminar for teachers and Master students at St. Petersburg State Polytechnical University „Development of Cross-cultural Communication Skills at the English Club” (St. Petersburg State Polytechnical University, Russia).

• 2007. Course of lectures “Development of Cross-cultural Competences" within the frame of Socrates/Erasmus project (Czech University of Life Sciences in Prague).

• 2007. International scientific conference „Trends in Agricultural Engineering 2007” Report „Content and Language Integrated Learning at the Latvia University of Agriculture” (Czech University of Life Sciences in Prague).

• 2007. International scientific conference „Trends in Agricultural Engineering 2007” Report „Development of Foreign Language and Communication Competences at the Latvia University of Agriculture” (Czech University of Life Sciences in Prague).

• 2007. International scientific conference „New Dimensions in the Development of Society” Report „New Competences for the Faculties” (Jelgava, LLU)

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• 2007. International scientific conference „Engineering for Rural Development” Report „Content and Language Integrated Learning – Improvement of Study Process” (Jelgava, LLU)

• 2007. Course of lectures „Cross-cultural Communication”. Socrates/Erasmus project (Copenhagen Technical Academy)

Courses delivered

English for Doctoral students. Professional English at the Faculty of Engineering. Professional English for Master students in Padagogics and Engineering specialities TF, MF, LIF) Advanced Professional English at the Faculty of Engineering Functional Communication (in English) Lexico-stylistical Analysis of Texts Specialisation Modules in Education: Methods and Content of Teaching Foreign Languages Educational Systems in Europe

Number of publications: incl. books, articles, report theses, report theses together with students and Master students, reviewed teaching aids, articles, books

Publications 1. Malinovska L., Zeidmane A. Necessary Competences for Introduction of CLIL at the Latvia University of Agriculture.- Journal of Science Education, Vol. 7, 2006, Bogota, Colombia.- p. 44-47. 2. L. Malinovska, A. Zeidmane, A. Mezote. Content and Language Integrated Learning - Improvement of Study process//Proceedings of the 6th International Scientific Conference „Engineering for Rural Development”, May 24-25, 2007, Jelgava.- p. 397 – 402. 3. L. Malinovska. Development of Foreign Language and Communication Competences at the Latvia University of Agriculture//3rd International Conference TAE 2007 Trends in Agricultural Engineering 2007. Conference Proceedings, 12-14 September, 2007, Prague, Czech Republic, Czech University of Life Sciences Prague.- p. 280-284. ISBN: 978-80-213-1668-3 4. Malinovska L., Abele J., Mezote A. Competences Necessary for External Relations Specialists//Наука. Образование. Технологии – 2008. Материалы международной научно – практической конференции. Книта 2. В 3 книгах. Барановичи, РИО БарГУ, 2008. – Кн. 2: Актуальные проблемы реформирования педагогического образования. – 427-431с. ISBN 978-985-498-114-7; ISBN 978-985-498-112-3 5. Anna Vintere, Larisa MaĜinovska. Changing the Education Culture through Technology. Problems of Education in the 21st Century. Volume 13, 2009. Contemporary Issues in Education. Scientific Methodical Center „Scientia Educologica”, Lithuania, the associated member of Lithuanian Scientific Society and International Council of Associations for Science Education (ICASE).- p.127-138. ISSN 1822-7864. The articles appearing in this scientific collection are indexed and abstracted in EBSCO: Education Research Complete (http://search.ebscohost.com), Copernicus Index (http://www.indexcopernicus.com) and list of Science Education Journals (http://homepages.wmich.edu/~rudged/journals.html)


2004, 2006. Laurea University of Applied Sciences, Finland 2005. Baranovichi State University, Belarus 2005. Aircraft College, Valensia, Spain 2006. Vilnius College in Higher Education, Lithuania

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2006. Leeds Metropoliten University, Great Britain 2007. Dronten Professional Agricultural University, the Netherlands 2007. Copenhagen Technological Academy, Denmark 2007. St. Petersburg State Polytechnical University, Russia 2007. Czech University of Life Sciences in Prague 2008. Copenhagen Technical Academy, Denmark 2008. Baranovichi State University, Belarus 2008. g. Latvia University of Agriculture, Sertificate in educator professional development program “Innovations in Higher School Didactics” 2008. 2009. Alytus College, Lithuania 2009. Technological Educational Institute of Kavala, Greece 2009. Adnan Menderes University, Turkey


From 1990. English Club President From 1991 – 1996, from 2001. LLU Convention member From 1994. Member of the Latvian Association of Scientists in Education From 1995. Member of the Latvian Association of Teachers From 1996 – 2006. Head of the English Section of the Department of Languages From 1997. – 2000. Board member of the Latvian Society for Studying English From 1997. Board member of the Faculty of Social Sciences From 2002. Director of the professional higher education program „Management of Organisations” From 2003. Director of the Bachelor program „External Relations of Organisations” Head of the Master degree student examination commission and member of the Doctoral student examination commission Member of Bachelor examination commission at the Faculty of Social Sciences From 2005. Steering committee member in the international project „Baltic Sea Network” (9 countries) From 2006. Member of the FSS Methodical commission

From 2006. Member of the FSS Departmnent of Languages Methodical Commission

Awards

1999. Letter of Gratitude in relation to the 60th anniversary of the Latvia University of Agriculture 2007. Letter of Gratitude in relation to the 5th anniversary of the Faculty of Social Sciences 2008. g. Achievement award for outstanding achievement in management of the LUA English Club over a span of 18 years 2009. Letter of gratitude for contribution to the development of the Department of Languages 2009. Letter of gratitude for devoted work for 34 years at the LLU


Bachelor Study Programme External Relations of Organizations Profession Standard “External Relations Unit Manager”


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