Engineering competitions in the modern system of engineering and polytechnic education

Abstract

The article discusses a system of engineering competitions using the Cuboro constructor, implemented within the framework of the "TEXcommunity55" project carried out at the Omsk State Pedagogical University.

The Cuboro construction set is a set of wooden cubes with gutters and tunnels of various shapes. From these cubes you need to build a structure according to the given conditions so that the ball rolls freely from start to finish, and at the same time score as many points as possible. You can play Cuboro from the age of three to infinity. The development of spatial concepts, engineering skills, the consolidation of many concepts of mathematics, physics, informatics, as well as the formation of the ability to work in a team — these are only part of the competencies that can be developed in students with the help of Cuboro.

One of the most effective tools for encouraging children to engage in Cuboro modeling is engineering competitions. They are a synthetic educational form that combines elements of project-based learning, teamwork, sports passion and expert assessment.

The system of engineering design competitions, developed within the framework of the TEXcommunity55 project, is aimed at both children and adults, both professionals and those just starting to master the design. The article provides brief descriptions of all competitions included in the system, the regulations of some of them and examples of tasks.