The role of educational and simulation practice
in the formation of competencies
of future specialists

Educational and simulation practice plays a key role in developing the competencies of future specialists. The simulators allow you to develop professional skills in areas where safety and precision are critical.

The simulator allows students to influence various process parameters and observe changes, which significantly deepens their understanding of the operation of equipment and technology.

Let us take a closer look at what aspects stand out in this context.

Training practice on simulators allows students to apply theoretical knowledge obtained during lectures and seminars in conditions close to real ones.

This combination of theory and practice is essential for a deep understanding of the subject. Students learn to:

• Translate theoretical concepts into practical situations.
• Analyze and solve real-world problems using a scientific approach.

Practical training in the workshops of the Vyksa Metallurgical College named after A.A. Kozeradskiy. VR-Simulator from SIKE "Design of the Furnace-Ladle Unit" — studying the design of the equipment in virtual reality.

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In practice, students are faced with real-life challenges, which allows them to develop important professional skills such as:

• Technical skills (hard skills)

Working with equipment, software, and special tools.

• Soft skills

Teamwork, communication skills, time and stress management,
and ability to think critically.

Practical training in the workshops of the Vyksa Metallurgical College named after A.A. Kozeradskiy. In practice, students learn how to work on a modern hardware and software training complex "Steel smelting in an electric arc furnace", developed by SIKE. The skills and knowledge gained will be useful when choosing a career in the metallurgical industry and other related fields.

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The simulators help students not only acquire skills but also begin to form their professional identity. Students begin to see themselves as specialists in their chosen field, which helps to get:

• Self-confidence;
• Understanding the importance of their profession to society.

Simulation training allows students to better understand what interests them and what areas of professional activity may be promising.

This helps to:

• Identify your strengths and weaknesses.
• Form career goals and plans for the future.

In addition, training practice on simulators, in so-called "live" conditions, promotes collaboration among students, improving their teamwork skills and allowing them to learn from each other. This is an important aspect since many technological processes require the coordinated work of various specialists.