Training Of Engineers Research Articles

Correlates gender traits and mindset on the choice of physics subject at high school in Kenya

<span lang="EN-US">Higher education and training in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) are important for the industrial growth and development of any nation. Physics subject provides the basics for training in many STEM areas. However, failure to pursue physics to the end of high school denies learners opportunities in STEM courses. This research employed a correlational design and survey method to examine the relationship of gender traits (GT) and mindset (MS) with learners’ intention to choose physics among 378 high school students randomly sampled. The study adopted the gender traits test and mindset questionnaires. The Chi-square test for the relationship of GT and MS with the intention to choose a physics subject yielded p>0.05. These results revealed that no student is deprived of an opportunity to pursue physics to higher levels on account of their GT or MS. Thus, attempts to increase the number of learners who can potentially pursue STEM courses by studying physics in high school should focus on other known factors other than GT and MS.</span>

Professionally Significant Qualities Upbringing at the Engineering Education System

The future engineers training system should include a special target function of professionally significant qualities developing, which are necessary along with professional competencies, both for work in the chosen field of activity and for further career growth. The professional education often turns out to be formal, and the training of engineers is not effective enough, without clear goals.The purposes of the article are the importance substantiate of the future engineers professional upbringing, to identify the organization problems at the professionally significant qualities formation and to determine their resolution conditions for the engineering education system. The work examines research questions: what does professional upbringing to engineering education contribute, what professionally significant qualities complement the knowledge component in the competencies of future engineers.Materials and methods. The article provides an overview of scientific research and the state of the professional upbringing of future engineers issue. The theoretical basis of the study is the decomposition and isolation of the engineering education system important component – the education of professionally significant qualities with its special meaning and functionality.Results and conclusions. Discipline, responsibility, independence and self-organization can be considered as professionally significant personality traits of a future engineer, including those that determine his uniqueness in the profession. The most important tasks of professional education are assessing the feasibility of professional activity certain aspects for a student, determining and setting his priorities, and developing his dominant professionally significant qualities. Training a competitive specialist is possible only in a competitive environment. It is proposed to use team management as a mechanism for a competitive environment implementing, and an option for the evaluative-effective component of the education system implementing as an element of this environment is shown. It is noted that the dominant relationships in education can be supplemented by the dominant awareness and relationships in the information space, for example, at the digital educational cluster. The formation of professionally significant qualities in the engineering education system can be allocated into a separate work plan of a unified work upbringing program or of a separate professional training program.

Ensuring competence and interdisciplinary communications as a method of improving radioecological education

The discipline of the ecological direction "Radioecology" has recently gained great importance in the training of environmental engineers. In teaching it, a comprehensive approach is implemented when choosing modern teaching methods, new learning technologies, distance learning, organizational and methodical materials for independent work of students are being improved. Goal. The purpose of the work is to introduce a new complex methodological approach in the training of ecologists, which combines differentiation and practical orientation of education, the formation of interdisciplinary connections, the development of creative activity and critical thinking. Results. A new methodological approach in training environmentalists in the discipline "Radioecology" is presented. It provides the formation of interdisciplinary connections and research thinking, differentiation of training, the possibility of self-training and improving skills, high level of competency. The theoretical part provides perception of the discipline substance, the new concepts, phenomena and processes, ensures acquisition of the solid knowledge, familiarization with modern achievements of science. The differentiated practical part motivates learning activity and cognitive processes, imparts the skills of solving specific practical tasks on radiation problems, and enhances the level of qualification and competence of the future specialist. Originality. Individual tasks develop analytical skills, critical thinking and the ability to use professional knowledge in the place of production, which creates the basis for formation of a competitive personality. Students’ independent training with the discipline test tasks makes possible to monitor their knowledge, check their skills and creative components at different stages of training. A new methodological approach to the study of the discipline "Radioecology", taking into account interdisciplinary relationships, was used to create the textbook "Radioecology".

Simulation-Based Education Tool for Understanding Thermostatically Controlled Loads

Thermostatically controlled loads have great potential to make a significant contribution to improving energy efficiency in the building sector, which is responsible for 40% of greenhouse gas emissions in the EU. This, in addition to the environmental damage, represents a huge expense in terms of the electricity bill. Therefore, it is very important to train engineers on how to design energy management systems for TCLs. With this goal in mind, it would be very useful to have a simulation-based educational tool (SBET) to understand thermostatically controlled loads, their characteristics, and the possibilities in terms of energy efficiency. In addition, it would be very useful if this tool could be introduced in engineering curricula to help students become better trained and enter the labor market with more opportunities. Based on the shortcomings detected, this work develops an SBET specifically designed to teach on the subject of TCLs (SBET-TCLs), both about their intrinsic characteristics and their better management. To verify the developed SBET-TCLs, it was tested in a real scenario: a survey was carried out among the students of the subject ‘Alternative Energy Sources’ in the degrees of Industrial Engineering. The results show that the use of an SBET-TCLs has very positive effects on the learning process.

Trends in the Training of Mechanical Engineers

En este artículo se presentan los resultados de un estudio de las tendencias en la formación de ingenieros mecánicos a nivel internacional y nacional (Colombia), producto de una investigación exploratoria, como parte de un proyecto liderado por la Facultad de Ingeniería Mecánica de la Universidad Santo Tomás de Villavicencio, en el que se revisaron los planes de estudio de 51 universidades a nivel internacional con acreditación ABET, y 24 universidades nacionales con Acreditación de Alta Calidad otorgada por el Ministerio de Educación Nacional. El objetivo del estudio fue identificar las tendencias de los espacios académicos o asignaturas y el número de semestres que tienen los programas de ingeniería mecánica, evaluando la pertinencia de estos aspectos en relación con las competencias que se espera tenga un profesional en esta rama de la ingeniería. Finalmente, se concluyó que este estudio proporciona información relevante para el diseño y actualización de programas de ingeniería mecánica, permitiendo a diversas instituciones de educación superior ajustar sus planes de estudio de acuerdo con las tendencias encontradas, favorecer la homologación de espacios académicos e incrementar las posibilidades de doble titulación.

Research of Using the System Approach to Increase Professional Competence of Students in the Process of Studying Natural Sciences

The study deals with the formation of professional competence of future agricultural engineers in higher education institutions. Based on the analysis of modern concepts, we rethink the essence, purpose, and content of the training of future mechanical engineers from the perspective of the implementation of the competency approach. The purpose of the article is to study the formation of sustainable professional competence of future agricultural engineers in the process of studying natural sciences. We use theoretical research methods: study and analysis of psychological-pedagogical, normative and special literature on the research problem; analysis of state educational standards, programs, books and methodical materials. We have developed a structural-functional model of formation of professional competence of mechanical engineers, which will allow to ensure effective formation of professional competence of future specialists in the agricultural and technical field. The study emphasizes the importance of implementing the principle of professionally oriented training of future engineers in the process of forming their professional competence. It also proves the effectiveness of the formation of professional competences of future engineers with the aim of training highly qualified specialists in the agrarian and technical field.

Virtual Reality Critical Thinking Training of Engineers in the Vertical Transportation Industry

Virtual Reality Critical Thinking Training of Engineers in the Vertical Transportation Industry

ENGENHARIA E FORMAÇÃO DE ADULTOS PROFESSORES: NOÇÕES EM JEAN-MARIE BARBIER

ABSTRACT: This theoretical-reflective study aimed to contextualize educational engineering, based on Jean-Marie Barbier's theoretical notions, with the training of adult teachers. Thus, the text clarifies the notion of engineering training, considering the design and evaluation of educational interventions in the workplace and adults' social life aiming for learning; describes educational intervention as the articulation of two cultures that do not intercross (engineering and pedagogy), but that become interconnected by a third one, the training culture; and illustrates the engineering training cycle in four phases. In all these moments, we contextualize the author's theoretical approaches regarding the training of adult teachers. Among the identified interfaces, the training culture stands out, as it reinforces two essential aspects of the teacher training process: the conception (by themselves and by trainers) of this subject as an adult who has life and professional experiences and the perspective of school as a privileged educational space for their training and professionalization (with no distinction between them). Therefore, our reflection adds value to the current thought on adult teacher training, focusing on the culture of training and transformation, aiming at teachers' continuous development and strengthening teacher professionalization in the current social, professional, and political fights.

I4.0/5.0 MR training: Investigating MR tools to enhance learning experiences

As the manufacturing industry continues its shift towards highly complex Industry 4.0 production environments, there is an expected exponential increase and change in the demanded skills and qualifications among employees. However, traditional teaching methods may pose challenges when it comes to applying learned skills in real-life engineering situations, given the complexity of these environments. Recent advancements in technologies enabling virtual co-existence have opened up new opportunities for personalised and immersive services in pedagogy. While Mixed Reality (MR) and, more significantly, Metaverse infrastructure are still in their early stages, researchers and educators have the opportunity to lead the exploration of new avenues for reskilling educators and enhancing student learning experiences. This paper presents research conducted at the University of Malta, focusing on exploring the potential transformative pedagogical effects of MR in specialised Industry 4.0/5.0 engineering training. The paper proposes a framework for developing a Virtual Learning Factory (VLF) using MR technology, grounded in established and effective learning methodologies. The envisioned VLF aims to create an immersive experiential learning environment where engineering students can better adapt to the evolving industrial landscape, preparing them to excel in the dynamic era of advanced manufacturing. Additionally, the research delves into the potential impacts of MR-based training on enhancing training precision and efficiency.

New approaches to training engineers for the oil and gas industry

The article presents an analysis of trends in the development of education, analyzes new challenges in the oil and gas industry and educational activities, as well as existing problems in training engineering personnel, and examines benchmarks - advanced engineering schools in Russia and the world. The strategic direction is presented and the main aspects of training the engineering personnel of the future are considered. The basic principles of training engineering personnel in the fuel and energy complex are presented, and possible trajectories for the development of educational programs are presented. The characteristics of the competency model of engineers of the future are determined, including professional skills, soft and digital competencies for three categories of specialists in the oil and gas industry: a research engineer with project-based learning skills; an advanced technology engineer; an industrial and applied engineer.

Developing a Model to Improve the Efficiency of Maintenance Management for Service Buildings Using BIM and Power BI: A Case Study

Developing a Model to Improve the Efficiency of Maintenance Management for Service Buildings Using BIM and Power BI: A Case Study

ТЕОРЕТИЧНІ ЗАСАДИ ПРОФЕСІЙНООРІЄНТОВАНОГО НАВЧАННЯ МАТЕМАТИЧНИХ ДИСЦИПЛІН ДЛЯ МАЙБУТНІХ ІНЖЕНЕРІВ-МЕХАНІКІ

Research and training of professional-oriented mathematical skills of mechanical engineers remains extremely relevant. Mechanical engineering remains one of the key industries where a good understanding and application of mathematical con-cepts is crucial.Currently, the use of computers in the educational process opens up wide opportunities. Therefore, modern professional training of mechanical engineers requires a deep understanding of mathematical concepts and their application in real engi-neering tasks.Current research in mathematics education for mechanical engineers emphasizes a hands-on approach based on real engineering tasks and uses visual and interactive tools to better understand abstract mathematical concepts.Given the rapid changes in the industry and the development of new technologies, there is a need to develop learning approaches that allow students to quickly adapt to new challenges and situations.The purpose of the article is to analyze and systematize the key theoretical aspects related to the integration of mathe-matics in the study of engineering mechanics in order to prepare specialists for successful professional activity.The current state of studying mathematics for mechanical engineers is analyzed.This study indicates the relevance and importance of improving approaches to the study of mathematical disciplines, taking into account professional needs and real challenges of modern industry. The analysis of modern teaching methods allows to identify shortcomings in the training of students, and recommendations on the integration of mathematical disciplines withengineering practice, the use of innovative teaching methods, adaptation to individual needs and cooperation with industry can significantly improve the quality of training of future mechanical engineers

Enhanced Spark Cluster Recommendation Engine Powered by Generative AI

Apache Spark, renowned for its proficiency in processing vast datasets, efficiently handles intricate processing tasks. It disperses these tasks across numerous computing instances autonomously or in conjunction with other distributed computing tools. As the volume of data burgeons and machine learning models advance, the imperative for swift and intricate feature engineering and model training intensifies. Clusters comprising multiple compute instances exhibit a noteworthy performance surge compared to individual cases, expediting data processing. However, leveraging such cluster configurations entails substantial costs due to the amalgamation of multiple compute instances (Worker Nodes) overseen by a Controller Node.

Virtual Practice Teaching of Civics Classes in Colleges and Universities in the Context of Big Data Technology

Abstract In this study, we successfully realized the interaction design of virtual Civics teaching scene through multiresolution hierarchical detail (LOD) model, and constructed an immersive teaching environment using texture mapping technology. Combined with the gesture recognition and training of Adaboost classifier, this paper proposes an innovative interaction model for virtual Civics and Politics teaching. Through in-depth Analysis of the virtual interactive teaching elements of Civics courses in colleges and universities, this study conducted a covariance analysis of the aspects of creativity, critical thinking, metacognition, self-efficacy, and scientific ideological reasoning. Then it explored the effects of different places of origin and types of schools on the acceptance of virtual Civics courses by the students. It was found that among the science and engineering and teacher training students, the science and engineering students paid more attention to the virtual Civics teaching (3.36 and 3.05, respectively). In addition, compared with traditional Civics teaching, virtual practice teaching significantly increased students’ motivation (3.79), proving that Civics courses incorporating virtual interaction design have significant advantages in improving learning attractiveness.

Reducing the occurrence of occupational diseases in order to make the work of mining personnel more efficient

The objectives of the study focus on identifying the professional working conditions and the implementation of labor protection regulations in the mining field; identifying occupational diseases in the mining industry; identifying how these occupational diseases have been treated through various therapeutic forms. Through the questionnairebased survey, we collected both objective data (age, gender, marital status, etc.) and subjective data (opinions, aspirations, attitudes, beliefs, needs, etc.), considering this method appropriate for identifying and describing the aspects targeted by the research. The questionnaire was administered to a group of individuals with various levels of training (engineers, mining rescuers, miners, etc.) who work underground in harsh conditions, within mining enterprises in the Jiu Valley, Hunedoara County. It consisted of 22 questions structured around 4 important dimensions of analysis: professional data, conditions related to the workplace and the implementation of labor protection regulations, aspects related to occupational diseases in the mining industry, and personal data.The analyzed topic is important in the real world as the number of studies in this field is quite limited. The paper will also highlight and graphically present the results obtained from the subjects.

Features of the training of engineers in the rocket, space and aviation industries in the field of standardization and certification of rocket and space technology

Features of the training of engineers in the rocket, space and aviation industries in the field of standardization and certification of rocket and space technology

ОРГАНИЗАЦИЯ ПРОЕКТНОЙ ДЕЯТЕЛЬНОСТИ СТУДЕНТОВ МАШИНОСТРОИТЕЛЬНОГО ПРОФИЛЯ

This article describes various aspects of organization of engineering activities of students of mechanical profile at technical university. It also discusses personal needs of students and general methodological principles leading to effective training of engineering and graphic disciplines in a computerized teaching environment. Theoretical provisions are illustrated by examples from the students' engineering activities carried out in the process of project-oriented study of engineering and computer graphics. Various innovative forms of work on educational material in modules motivate students to in-depth study and creative processing of the acquired knowledge, formation of professional skills and engineering culture. In result of project activities students acquire skills to present their developments to potential consumers and employers, learn how to pass interview with manager, get acquainted with structure of professional activity. This helps to increase their competitiveness in job market in the future and motivation for educational activities in the present. The developed engineering cases contain professionally directed references and theoretical materials for all educational modules. They describe the basic principles, methods and concepts of mechanical engineering, basic skills in the field of computer-aided design. Certain technical and economic conditions are set in order to develop machine-building parts, assemblies, assembly products, original author's models based on computer technology. The used COMPASS-3D computer program has effective reference support for all modules studied in the field of computer-aided design. At any stage of their work students can also turn to a fairly extensive list of Internet links on the interested issues. All this contributes to creation of situation of success for a student, formation of integrative personality traits necessary in further professional activity.

BROADENING THE HORIZONS OF STUDENTS WITH THE PARTICIPATION OF INTEGRATION

In this article, the author highlights the expansion of the horizons of students of the specialty in teaching engineering graphics and design through the integration of disciplines, as well as increasing the requirements for the quality of professional training of engineers and designers, identifying the main tasks that are expected to be solved, improving the student's personal qualities in the implementation of project activities along with the basic level of training.

Revolutionizing construction engineering education : A virtual reality approach for enhanced training and optimization

This research explores an innovative approach in construction engineering education, leveraging virtual reality for enhanced training and optimization. Traditional methods in this field often face difficulties offering hands-on experiences and practical simulations. The proposed method uses VR technologies to generate immersive and interactive learning environments, giving students authentic scenarios to refine their abilities. By integrating VR simulations into the curriculum, learners can participate in virtual construction projects, allowing experiential learning without constraints of physical space or safety issues. The optimization aspect focuses on refining educational processes, adapting material to individual learning styles, and incorporating real-time feedback mechanisms. This study aims to revolutionize construction engineering education, providing a dynamic, efficient, and safe platform for skill development, ultimately producing well-prepared professionals ready to address the complexities of the industry. The research contributes to the ongoing discussion on creative educational methodologies and their application to address challenges in construction engineering training.

Construction and Implementation of Quality Management System for Engineering Training in Civil Aviation Colleges and Universities —Taking Civil Aviation University of China as an Example

Construction and Implementation of Quality Management System for Engineering Training in Civil Aviation Colleges and Universities —Taking Civil Aviation University of China as an Example