Engineering Training Program Research Articles

Innovation and Adaptation of Islamic Religious Education in Madrasahs in the Context of Society 5.0 Era

The Society 5.0 era presents challenges and opportunities for Islamic religious education in madrasas. This study aims to analyze the innovations and adaptations needed to face this era. Using a qualitative method with a Library Research approach and content analysis, this study examines various related literature sources. The results show that the main challenges include limited technological infrastructure and lack of human resource readiness. Many madrasahs still rely on traditional methods and show resistance to change. In conclusion, a comprehensive strategy is needed, including infrastructure improvement, teacher digital competency development, curriculum update, and mindset change. Recommendations include technology training programs, collaboration with the technology sector, and education policy reforms to support digital transformation in madrasahs

IMPROVING THE EFFICIENCY OF PUBLIC SERVICE THROUGH STRATEGIC HUMAN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT: A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW OF THE LITERATURE

The article provides an overview of the literature on human capital management in the public sector with an emphasis on theoretical foundations, modern practices and problems. Human capital management is critical for the effectiveness of government organizations. The main theories are the resource-based approach and the theory of human capital, which emphasize the importance of staff development. Literature analysis identifies key practices such as technology adoption, training programs, and strategic alignment of reward systems, as well as problems in their implementation, including bureaucratic resistance and financial constraints. The article highlights the importance of strategic human capital management for the success of the public sector and suggests directions for future research.

Can Anyone Learn to Code? A Qualitative Study of Place-Based Information Technology Training Programs

The demand for workers with information technology skills is high, creating a challenge for today's workforce system to train enough people. In response, nonprofit organizations and workforce development agencies have developed place-based training programs for information technology jobs. The intricate nature of these jobs necessitates innovative training approaches that address both technical proficiency and cultural competence. Drawing from interviews and case studies, this analysis highlights the importance of rigorous prescreening processes, structured support for graduates transitioning to employment, and collaboration with employers in ensuring the success and sustainability of place-based information technology training programs. It is recommended that programs incorporate these elements into their design to effectively meet the demands of the labor market and foster diversity and inclusion within the technology sector.

Digital-Based Learning and the Sustainability of Business Education Programmes among College of Education Lecturers in Cross River State

The study examined digital-based learning and the sustainability of business education programs among College of Education lecturers in Cross River State. Two research questions and two null hypotheses guided the study. The study adopted a descriptive survey research design. The study was carried out in Cross River State. The population of this study consisted of forty (40) students in business education from the Federal College of Education Obudu and the College of Education Akamkpe, all in Cross River State. There was no sampling since the population is manageable and accessible to the researchers. A self-developed questionnaire titled “Digital Based Learning and the Sustainability of Business Education Programmes Questionnaire (DBLSBEPQ). A 10-item self-developed questionnaire was validated by three experts. The reliability of the instrument was established using a pilot-testing approach, and the Cronbach's alpha calculation yielded an overall coefficient's value of.78. The mean and standard deviation were used to analyze the responses to the items in the questionnaire, while an independent t-test was used to test the hypotheses at the 0.05 level of significance. The decision level was based on a 2.50 cut-off point. Findings of the study showed that business education lecturers in colleges of education in Cross River State do not adopt nor utilize digital learning tools for the sustainability of business education programs in colleges of education in Cross River. Based on the findings of the study, the researcher concludes that business education lecturers should be able to develop digital skills to enhance their adaptation and the utilization of digital skills for the sustainability of business education programs in Nigerian colleges of education. It was recommended, among others, that the provost of colleges of education should make regular digital technology training programs compulsory for all college lecturers in Nigeria. Received: 19 June 2024 / Accepted: 24 June 2024 / Published: 8 July 2024

Implementation of Teachers' Digital Literacy to Improve Learning Skills in Era 4.0 (Systematic Literature Review)

Digitalization is shaping the overall structure of education around the world, with attention received from governments, practitioners, researchers, and policymakers for educational development. Digital technologies are bringing major changes to education, skills and employment. These changes reflect how technology is increasingly at the center of education 4.0. Digital technologies evolve through capabilities and skills in resources. This research is an SLR by identifying various appropriate and relevant literature. Data searches were conducted using criteria determined by researchers from various search engines such as Google Scholar, Scopus, Researchgate, and which resulted in several articles for further analysis Furthermore, the data were analyzed using a qualitative approach to describing the research findings. The results showed that digital technology in education in the era of reformers 4.0 greatly affects the digital literacy skills of educators if digital technology training programs are carried out continuously. In addition, attention from the government and policymakers is needed for rural educators who are still not ready for the presence of digital literacy

DETERMINATION OF IL-1β mRNA GENE EXPRESSION AND HMGB-1 mRNA GENE EXPRESSION IN WOMEN WITH GENITAL ENDOMETRIOSIS ASSOCIATED WITH INFERTILITY AT THE STAGE OF PREPARATION FOR ASSISTED REPRODUCTIVE TECHNOLOGIES

Despite the large number of studies on the identification and search for noninvasive early diagnostic markers of genital endometriosis, this problem remains relevant today. It is important to introduce early diagnosis of genital endometriosis for the purpose of timely prevention and treatment.Objective: to study the expression levels of IL-1β and HMGB-1 mRNA genes in women with genital endometriosis associated with infertility, and to evaluate the effect of our proposed preparation for assisted reproductive technologies on the level of IL-1β and HMGB-1 mRNA gene expression.Material and methods. To analyze gene expression IL-1β and HMGB-1 and determine relative normalized mRNA expression IL-1β and HMGB-1, the polymerase chain reaction method was used with real-time reverse transcription(RT-PCR. The object of molecular genetic studies using the RT-PCR method was the fraction of mononuclear cells isolated from the whole blood of patients with endometriosis. In this study, we performed a retrospective analysis of the medical records of 30 women with infertility undergoing an assisted reproductive technology program. The main group consisted of 20 women diagnosed with external genital endometriosis who underwent assisted reproductive technologies. Women in the main group, in addition to standard training for assisted reproductive technologies, received a probiotic containing Lactobacilli 1010 manufactured by Unic Biotech Ltd, India. They took one pill twice a day for one month as part of a general treatment before undergoing assisted reproductive technologies. We determined the expression level of IL-1β and HMGB-1 before and after this preparation stage. The control group consisted of 10 women who had tubal infertility due to a previous inflammatory disease, but according to the results of a comprehensive clinical and laboratory examination, they were compared to healthy women. These women, aged 21 to 42 years, with a mean age of 29,75 years, did not receive our proposed preparation with the inclusion of a probiotic. This study was conducted at the Bukovyna State Medical University and the clinic "Yuzko medical center".Results. In the main group, the IL-1β mRNA gene expression level before training was (26,7877±0,01), which was significantly higher than the level after training (0,1610±0,01*). Consequently, the use of the probiotic led to a dramatic reduction in elevated mesothelin levels, underscoring its efficacy and potential application in assisted reproductive technology training programs. Also, a high level of expression of mRNA genes can be noted HMGB-1in whole blood of women of the main group before preparation for assisted reproductive technologies (table 2). Expression level of mRNA genes HMGB-1in whole blood of women of the main group before preparation for assisted reproductive technologies was (11,9198±0,01). After our proposed preparation for assisted reproductive technologies with the inclusion of a probiotic, the mRNA gene expression level HMGB-1in the whole blood of women of the main group was (0,2821±0,01*). Therefore, our proposed preparation for assisted reproductive technologies with the inclusion of a probiotic is quite effective, since the expression levels of IL-1β mRNA genes and HMGB-1sharply decreased.Conclusions. Extremely high expression of mRNA genes IL-1β and HMGB-1 indicates a close connection between the pathogenesis of endometriosis and inflammation. The inclusion of probiotics in the complex scheme of preparation for assisted reproductive technologies leads to a noticeable improvement in the well-being of the patient and a significant decrease in the expression of IL-1β and HMGB-1 mRNA genes. Therefore, we recommend our proposed preparation for assisted reproductive technologies with the inclusion of a probiotic.

Digital immigrants: Leveraging the technology acceptance model to increase digital literacy in older adults

AbstractIn “Digital Immigrants: Leveraging the Technology Acceptance Model to Increase Digital Literacy in Older Adults,” the authors delve into the vital importance of digital literacy for supporting older adults in living independently and staying connected with their community. They explore how the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM), which emphasizes the perceived usefulness of technology, can be effectively used to encourage older adults to embrace digital tools. The article highlights that well‐designed technology training can do much more than help older adults live independently; it can also significantly enhance their connections with family, friends, healthcare providers, and community services. Additionally, it offers practical guidelines for creating effective technology training programs that empower older adults to lead more connected, independent, and enriched lives.

A Qualitative Study on the Use of Data Analytics in Auditing

This qualitative study investigates the utilization of data analytics in auditing, aiming to provide insights into its applications, benefits, challenges, and implications. Through a systematic literature review, the research explores the multifaceted aspects of data analytics integration in auditing practices. The research design encompasses a systematic review methodology, involving the identification, selection, and synthesis of relevant studies from academic databases and scholarly sources. Thematic analysis is employed to analyze the selected literature and identify key themes, patterns, and relationships. The findings reveal a wide range of applications of data analytics in auditing, including anomaly detection, predictive modeling, and text mining. Additionally, the study identifies several benefits associated with the use of data analytics, such as improved audit quality, enhanced risk detection capabilities, and greater efficiency in audit processes. However, the integration of data analytics also presents challenges, including data quality issues, technological limitations, skill gaps among auditors, and ethical considerations. Addressing these challenges requires investments in technology infrastructure, training programs, and organizational culture conducive to data-driven decision-making. The research contributes to the existing body of knowledge by offering valuable insights and recommendations for audit practitioners, policymakers, and educators

Особенности восприятия студентами вузов феномена цифровизации на основе двумерного анализа предикторов компьютеризации и информатизации образования: методика исследования

In the context of the transition of the education system to the digitalization stage, Russian universities are faced with the task of developing and using new digital resources, tools, technologies and models of electronic digital learning, on the one hand, and finding optimal modes for integrating existing didactic systems with new digital platforms, environments, systems and processes, on the other hand. The author developed a methodology for studying university students’ perception of the phenomenon of digitalization based on a multi-level analysis of predictors of the informatization and computerization results achieved by universities. The paper presents the results of a multidimensional predictive analysis of assessments of the conformity of equipment, technologies, devices, gadgets, objects, resources, technologies and tools related, in the opinion of respondents, to the subject areas/processes of computerization, informatization and digitalization based on the author’s system of prognostic predictors – relative indexes of distributed in a two-dimensional array of vertical and horizontal indicators of mutual influence/activity/involvement of objects/resources/processes of computerization, informatization and digitalization assessed by respondents. The main research method was a digital survey, in which 369 students of various training programs of Herzen State Pedagogical University of Russia and Admiral Makarov State University of Maritime and Inland Shipping took place. As realized by the participants, the main basis of the digitalization process is the informatization and computerization processes. According to respondents, the computerization, informatization and digitalization processes turned out to be linearly related to each other. However, the study identified nonlinear deviations in bivariate estimates for a number of indicators. In particular, differences were found in assessments of some significant predictors among students of the humanities and communications and technology training programs.

Addressing the Training Gap for Ammonia-Fuelled Propulsion Systems: A Literature Review and Proposal for a New Job Training Program

The maritime industry is increasingly turning to ammonia as a promising alternative marine fuel to achieve sustainable and environmentally friendly shipping practices. However, this transition presents operational challenges and safety concerns that necessitate specialized training for marine engineers. This literature review examines the existing research on ammonia's operational challenges and identifies a critical research gap - the lack of comprehensive training programs for marine engineers to handle ammonia-fuelled propulsion systems effectively. The review highlights the importance of theoretical knowledge and practical training in such programs to ensure safe and efficient operations. Additionally, the study analyzes current training initiatives provided by leading maritime education institutions, Det Norske Veritas (DNV) Energy Academy, Lloyd's Maritime Academy, and Maritime Training Academy, to derive insights for developing a new job training program on ammonia-fuelled propulsion ships. The proposed program encompasses theoretical lectures and practical hands-on experiences, empowering marine engineers to navigate ammonia as a fuel source proficiently. By addressing this research gap and providing specialized training, the maritime industry can facilitate a smooth transition to ammonia as a marine fuel, promoting reduced environmental impacts and enhanced operational efficiency in the shipping sector. This literature review and proposal aim to contribute to the ongoing efforts in achieving sustainable and responsible maritime practices in the context of ammonia as a promising alternative marine fuel.

Uncertainty and Sensitivity Evaluation of the QUENCH-02 Experiment Simulation Using the ASYST Code

Abstract Uncertainty and sensitivity methods are increasingly used in safety analyzes of nuclear power plants to address the unreliability of input data, numerical models, and, in general, the lack of knowledge regarding certain physical phenomena, in determining safety margins and acceptance criteria. The ASYST code, developed as part of an international nuclear technology ASYST Development and Training Program (ADTP) managed by Innovative Systems Software (ISS), is used to perform an uncertainty analysis of the QUENCH-02 experiment conducted at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology. The code uses a probabilistic methodology based on the propagation of input uncertainties. The QUENCH facility contains electrically heated PWR fuel rod simulators and the aim of the experiment is to examine hydrogen generation and the behavior of the fuel rod cladding during core reflood. For selected input parameters, such as steam/water flow, electrical power, and other relevant boundary conditions, it is necessary to define their probability density functions. Input databases are then prepared for individual calculations based on the selected confidence level and confidence interval. The number of performed calculations is 60, large enough to ensure at least 95% coverage of expected output results and uncertainty limits. The results of the calculations are compared with the experimental measurements. The Pearson correlation coefficient is used to obtain correlation between the input uncertain parameters and the output data. Sensitivity analyses cover the influence of variations in the heater's electrical power and the steam flow rate on the hydrogen production and the maximum cladding temperature.

Professional Development of Pre-Service Language Teachers in Content and Language Integrated Learning: A Training Programme Integrating Video Technology

Over the years, the integration of technology in bilingual education has become increasingly significant. In the European context, particularly in Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL), supporting the professional development of future educators has emerged as a crucial aspect. Video-based technology plays a key role in the training of pre-service language teachers, where it serves as a valuable tool for teacher education. There is a growing demand to enhance language teachers’ professional development programs, especially within the realm of CLIL teacher education. This study presents a video-based technology training programme intended to enhance the professional development of pre-service language teachers in CLIL. After implementation of the video-based training programme, semi-structured interviews with pre-service language teachers were conducted to evaluate the impact of the programme. The results show a positive influence on the pre-service language teachers’ professional development. The utilization of video-based technology was found to significantly improve their comprehension of CLIL while fostering their awareness of their teaching practice. For the research community, these encouraging results should act as a driving force to continue exploring video technology within teacher education programs in CLIL to enhance educators’ professional development.

Technology Integration in Islamic Education: Policy Framework and Adoption Challenges

This study aims to find how the strategy for implementing technology integration in Islamic education is effective and how to overcome the challenges of adopting technology integration in Islamic education. The method used in this study is a descriptive qualitative approach. Qualitative descriptive research is research that produces descriptive data in the form of written or spoken words from people and observable behavior. The type of research used in this research is literature study. Data analysis was carried out using a descriptive analysis, by looking for patterns and finding themes that emerged from the materials collected. This study was analyzed by the stages of data collection, data presentation, data condensation and drawing conclusions. The results of the study show that the strategy for implementing technology integration in Islamic education is through improving technology infrastructure, training and professional development for teachers and education managers, preparing relevant digital Islamic content, and a technology-based curriculum approach. Addressing the challenges of adopting technology integration in Islamic education through increasing the accessibility of technology, developing technology training and certification programs for teachers, diversifying funding sources for technology integration, and a flexible approach to curriculum development and evaluation

Carbon footprints in minimally invasive surgery: Good patient outcomes, but costly for the environment.

Advancements in technology and surgical training programs have increased the adaptability of minimally invasive surgery (MIS). Gastrointestinal MIS is superior to its open counterparts regarding post-operative morbidity and mortality. MIS has become the first-line surgical intervention for some types of gastrointestinal surgery, such as laparoscopic cholecystectomy and appendicectomy. Carbon dioxide (CO2) is the main gas used for insufflation in MIS. CO2 contributes 9%-26% of the greenhouse effect, resulting in global warming. The rise in global CO2 concentration since 2000 is about 20 ppm per decade, up to 10 times faster than any sustained rise in CO2 during the past 800000 years. Since 1970, there has been a steady yet worrying increase in average global temperature by 1.7 °C per century. A recent systematic review of the carbon footprint in MIS showed a range of 6-814 kg of CO2 emission per surgery, with higher CO2 emission following robotic compared to laparoscopic surgery. However, with superior benefits of MIS over open surgery, this poses an ethical dilemma to surgeons. A recent survey in the United Kingdom of 130 surgeons showed that the majority (94%) were concerned with climate change but felt that the lack of leadership was a barrier to improving environmental sustainability. Given the deleterious environmental effects of MIS, this study aims to summarize the trends of MIS and its carbon footprint, awareness and attitudes towards this issue, and efforts and challenges to ensuring environmental sustainability.

Development of Innovative Competence Model and Its Testing in the Course “Techno-Startup”

Introduction. Innovative evolution of the country requires preparing students for innovative activity and developing their innovative competence. But there is still no clear understanding as to how to effectively form and measure it. This article offers a model of innovation competence in the area of techno-innovation, which is based on the analysis of existing summarized models of innovation competence and consists of cognitive and non-cognitive components, each of which already has diagnostic tools. The purpose of the article is to describe the results of testing the proposed model of innovation competence in the process of specially organized training, as well as to identify effective teaching methods and tools for assessing innovation competence in higher engineering education. Materials and Methods. The article describes a comprehensive toolkit for assessing the changing of each component of innovation competence in the area of techno-innovation. It was used to identify the teaching methods most effective for the developing innovative competence in the process of teaching future techno-innovators at university. A quasi-experimental plan of research was used with the participation of 521 HSE students, who during a semester learned a specially created training course “Techno-Startup”. 58 trackers participated in the data collection. The results were subjected to statistical analysis: mean values, standard deviation values were calculated, linear regression model was applied. Results. It is found that the proposed toolkit has reliability and validity. On average, statistically significant improvement of studentʼs innovative competence in the focused learning of the course “Techno-Startup” was recorded relative to the control group. However, in 11–13% of students, motivation and personal attitudes decreased. It has been revealed that individual methods of teaching donʼt significantly influence the development of innovative competence of students, and it is necessary to use different methods in combination, each of which influences a specific component of competence. In the process of studying, the components of competence develop differently: the most noticeable growth of knowledge and skills, while personal attitudes and qualities practically does not change. Discussion and Conclusion. The obtained results contribute to the development of ideas about innovation competence, which can be useful in creating training programs for engineers and entrepreneurs in the technological sphere. Practical value has recommendations on the construction and content of the course, in the scope of which innovation competence is purposefully forms on the example of the discipline “Techno-Startup”.

Learning MBSE Online: A Tale of Two Professional Cohorts

Research has shown that creating an online learning community is vital in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) training programs and can be facilitated via the Community of Inquiry (CoI) framework. For professional learners, an online learning community is influenced by their organizational affiliations. The purpose of this research is to explore learning experiences in groups of professional learners with different and homogenous organizational affiliations in an asynchronous online MBSE module. Through the case study methodology, this research examines four sources of data from two cases: Case 1—learners from different organizations (n = 7); and Case 2—overwhelming majority of learners from the same organization (n = 19). Results showed that learners from the same organization reported higher social presence, which, in turn, corresponded to a higher cognitive presence and higher motivation for future MBSE learning. Based on our findings, we recommend that organizations seeking MBSE adoption coordinate with online course providers to create cohorts to participate in the same offerings to facilitate the process of learning community building. We also recommend MBSE course providers facilitate social interaction on multiple communication platforms and create orientation activities for learners from different organizations to promote social presence.

К вопросу об онтогенезе модели специалиста в русле эволюции образовательных стандартов

The specialist model is an important concept of Higher Education didactics, a system-forming element in the design of educational process to train specialists, the basis for evaluating its effectiveness, forming the subject field of the educational process, and choosing educational technologies and teaching methods. The specialist model, as a system of professional qualities requirements for a specialist, is reflected in the regulatory and legal documentation on professional training, such as State Educational Standards of Higher Education. The last decade has been a period of significant changes in the educational standards of the third generation for higher education, the development and implementation of educational standards of the fourth generation is on the threshold. The topic of transformation of the specialist model presented in educational standards has become especially relevant. The article aims to consider the changes (ontogenesis) of the specialist model in compliance with the evolution of educational standards of higher education and how it affected the design and development of educational programs for training specialists. Changes in the specialist model are considered, the case of engineering training programs (bachelor’s) throughout the entire period of implementation of educational standards of three generations. It is shown that many changes are both of negative and positive systemic nature. The solution to the problems is not so much in the field of didactics, but in the field of lawmaking when developing fourth-generation standards. For this purpose, some recommendations regarding the properties of the specialist model, being the vital link of educational standards, are given.

Global Engineer Training Program at National Institute of Technology (KOSEN), Nagano College

This paper describes the contents of a global engineer training program at National Institute of Technology (KOSEN), Nagano College. The contents include the details of classes, overseas training, campus globalization, and e-learning system. Each program is mindful of international exchanges during the COVID-19 pandemic and this paper shows their current outcomes.

Pengaruh Dukungan Manajemen Puncak, Kemampuan Teknik Personal, Program Pendidikan Dan Pelatihan Terhadap Kinerja Sistem Informasi Akuntansi

The purpose of this study is to determine the Effect of Top Management Support, Personal Engineering Ability, Education and Training Programs on the Performance of Accounting Information Systems. This research was conducted on all agencies in the Tabanan Regency Local Government.. primary data obtained using questionnaires. The population in this study was 5,006 employees in the Tabanan Regency Local Government Office. The sampling technique used in purposive sampling with 63 respondents. The analysis technique used is Multiple Linear Regression. Result show that the Influence of Top Management Support, Personal Ability, Education and Training Programs has a positive and significant effect on the Performance of Accounting Information Systems.

Demand analysis for competences in the field of information technologies from leading Russian companies

At the present stage of development of information technologies, the study of the need for qualified personnel is becoming more and more popular. At the same time, there is a problem of determining the compliance of specialists’ training level in the field of information technology with the requirements of employers. The article presents the results of a study of the demand for competencies in this field from leading Russian companies. The purpose of the study is to determine the generalized requirements for job seekers in the labor market and the formation of lists of key skills for each of the specialties (professional groups) in the field of information technology. An algorithmic solution is proposed for analyzing the demand for competencies and determining the most demanded skills for various areas. The proposed algorithm is implemented on the example of data on vacancies of the Yandex and VK Group companies, collected from open sources. Data collection was carried out by a modified method: the initial array was formed automatically using the ParseHub parser and corrected manually. The grouping of data was carried out according to the most demanded IT-specialties and according to the generalized formulations of the requirements for these specialties. The key skills of specialists in relevant IT-areas have been identified. The study uses a combination of theoretical and empirical methods. The above algorithm and the results of aggregating groups of vacancies for IT-specialists and their professional competencies demanded by employers can be used for a deeper analysis of demand in the labor market and taken into account when forming the competencies of students in information technology training programs.