Implementation of STEM-education elements in the process of teaching professional subjects in technical institutions of higher education

Abstract

The training of competitive technicians stipulates finding ways to build professional competence effectively while studying in institutions of higher education. A perspective way is the introduction of STEM education. The analysis of foreign researchers’ scientific achievements revealed that in the process of specialists of technical specialties training the use of STEM technologies enables it to provide intensification of students' educational and cognitive activity and, accordingly, the quality of their professional training. The article proposes innovative 3d design model in the process of training of specialists of technical specialties based on the application of STEM-education means. In the process of experimental research, the analysis of educational results of students of technical specialties of Flight Academy of the National Aviation University and Vinnytsia National Technical University was effectuated. Methodical recommendations were suggested for the use of three-dimensional graphics programs to solve the problems of mathematical modeling of certain real objects. The necessity of using 3D models in the process of professional training is that future industrious persons must understand the features of machines and mechanisms. 3D modeling allows reproducing the process under study as accurately as possible. Surveys and statistical data processing have proven the effectiveness of innovative 3D design technologies in the context of STEM-education. The prospects for further research are considered in content filling of safe cycle's disciplines with methodological materials. It allows ensuring the implementation of the 3D model, taking into account the concept of STEM-education during the whole process of professional training in higher-educational institutions of technical direction.