Methods of Improving the Methodology of Developing Students’ Competences in Teaching Engineering Graphics

Аннотация

This study aims to improve the methodology for developing design and technological competence of future engineers through the teaching of engineering and computer graphics. The rapid development of technology and the increasing complexity of engineering tasks require innovative approaches to education. By integrating modern pedagogical strategies and digital tools into the curriculum, this study seeks to improve students' ability to effectively design, analyze and implement engineering solutions. A mixed-method approach was used, which included the analysis of current teaching practices, the experimental application of innovative methods and the evaluation of student results. The results show that the integration of computer modeling, interactive design tasks and collaborative projects significantly increases the design and technological competence of engineering students. These findings serve as the basis for the development of more effective teaching methodologies aimed at adapting educational practices to industrial needs and technological advances. Keywords: Engineering graphics, teaching methods, CAD programs, 3D modeling, Interactive simulation, Students, Control group, Experimental group. of modern digital tools and methodologies. As a result, Introduction: In today’s rapidly evolving technology many students, while possessing theoretical era, the demand for highly skilled professionals capable knowledge, do not acquire the practical skills that can of solving complex industrial problems in engineering is meet the needs of industry [2]. increasing. One of the key competencies required for a modern engineer is design-technological competence, METHODOLOGY which includes the ability to conceptualize, design, Integrating innovative methods into the teaching of analyze, and implement technological solutions. This engineering and computer graphics, including competence is particularly important in industries such computer-aided design (CAD) programs, 3D modeling, as automotive, construction, and mechanical and interactive simulation tools, can be an effective engineering, where precision, creativity, and advanced way to address this problem. This will help students technological knowledge are required [1]. Engineering apply their theoretical knowledge in real-life situations and computer graphics are key disciplines in developing by making the learning process more interesting and this competence. These disciplines increase students’ practical. Also, the use of project-based learning and technological literacy by teaching them spatial team assignments will help students acquire skills that visualization, technical drawing, and design principles. are important for modern engineers, such as critical However, traditional teaching methods used in this thinking, problem solving, and teamwork [3]. field often fail to meet the practical needs of future The purpose of this study is to develop the design and engineers or do not adequately utilize the capabilities technological competencies of future engineers by International Journal of Pedagogics 147 https://theusajournals.com/index.php/ijp International Journal of Pedagogics (ISSN: 2771-2281) improving the methodology of teaching engineering In Europe and the USA, the project-based learning and computer graphics. In particular, the following method is widespread. In this method, students learn tasks are planned [4]: by solving real engineering problems. For example, during the learning process, students create 3D 1. To analyze the current state of teaching engineering modeling, mechanical system drawings, and other and computer graphics. graphic materials based on projects they develop. This 2. To identify the main problems faced by students and approach brings students closer to practice and teachers. develops their project-based problem-solving skills. 3. To propose innovative teaching methods using In some countries, such as Japan, interactive simulation digital tools and active learning strategies and to and virtual labs are used to teach engineering graphics evaluate their effectiveness. and design to students. With the help of these By pursuing these goals, research contributes to technologies, students can simulate various problems aligning engineering education with the dynamic that arise when creating projects, for example, taking demands of industry and preparing students to succeed into account material properties, mechanical forces in a technology-driven world [5]. and other factors, and test their projects virtually. RESULT AND DISCUSSION Engineering graphics education in Uzbekistan and Analysis of advanced foreign and domestic experiences other Central Asian countries has its own unique in engineering graphics The analytical method is characteristics. Traditional teaching methods are often important for improving educational processes and focused on drawing, but in recent years modern introducing new approaches in the scientific field. In technologi