IT center
One of the main features of the Center's work is network interaction and integration with the international park of IT startups "Astana-Hub". Currently, many startup project participants are solving the problem of creating prototypes without having a system integrator capable of quickly solving this complex task. The center will solve these problems by creating samples using available technologies of "digital" production. Currently, there are similar centers in the country, but unfortunately, with rare exceptions, outdated equipment is used and methods are used that make it difficult to attract modern youth who are "deeply immersed" in the digital world.
The purpose and objective of the center
- The Center is being created on the basis of the Aktobe Higher Polytechnic College and is its structural subdivision.
- The purpose of the Center is to create a multi–level system for training IT specialists at the request of potential employers.
- The achievement of this goal will be ensured by solving the following tasks:
- 1.1. Creation of a system of advanced training of teachers corresponding to modern requirements, taking into account the prospects for the development of information technologies.
- 1.2. Interaction with interested enterprises, companies and organizations representing the field of information technology and involvement of highly qualified representatives of the informatization industry in teaching IT disciplines.
- 1.3. Creation of a joint platform for the acceleration of talented youth.
- 1.4. Formation of a professional and expert community in accordance with the requirements of WorldSkills.
- 1.5. Creation of a methodological base for training professionals in the competencies "Network and system administration", "Web design", "Graphic design", "CAD engineering graphics" using international experience.
- 1.6. Organization and conduct of qualification examinations (qualification tests).
- 1.7. Formation of a partner network of educational organizations (industry training centers, educational organizations, etc.)
- 1.8. Formation of a business direction by including soft-skills in the framework of professions: business incubator, business club, funding and grants.
- 1.9. Organization of own events aimed at the development and promotion of the industry (exhibitions, conferences, seminars and master classes).
- 2.0. International cooperation with other IT centers, universities, colleges and training centers.
- 2.1. Development and participation in the system of international and republican contests and conferences in the field of information technology.
The mechanism of the center's implementation
- The target audience is:
- Youth aged 16 to 29, self-employed, unemployed
- Students in educational institutions of the region
- Computer science teachers and employees of regional enterprises
- The main activities of the Center are:
- 1. improving digital literacy of citizens;
- 2. training of students of colleges of the region in modern information technologies;
- 3. advanced training in IT technologies of employees - specialists of enterprises and teachers of educational institutions of the region;
- 4. Preparing young people to participate in the WorldSkills championships in the following competencies: "Network and system administration", "Web design", "Graphic Design", "CAD Engineering Graphics".
- 5. formation of an expert community from among college teachers and their training in accordance with the requirements of WorldSkills;
- 6. Organization of the work of the digital prototyping laboratory "Fab Lab".
Improving digital literacy of citizens
Training of students of colleges of the region in modern information technologies
This direction is an introductory course in modern information and communication technologies and introduces students to various fields of ICT and will allow them to master information and communication competencies that will facilitate their daily life and give them the opportunity to use modern information technologies in various fields of professional activity, scientific and practical work, for self-educational and other purposes.
Advanced training in IT technologies of employees - specialists of enterprises and teachers of educational institutions of the region
Training of highly qualified personnel through the introduction of domestic and foreign training within the framework of the needs of employers in the labor market.
The fundamental disciplines of studying IT technologies are the study of programming, information security systems, web design and graphic design, mobile robotics, 3D modeling, augmented reality, the Internet of Things, as well as other areas of study that contribute to the development of new competencies using digital technologies. Training in IT technologies promotes the development of skills and practice-oriented competencies among young people through the integrated application of STEM technologies (science, technology, engineering, mathematics – science, technology, engineering and mathematics).
The training programs are based on the principles of competence-based approach and modular training. Within the framework of the project, IT training programs are being implemented, including basic and advanced courses.
The basic course is taught in four directions:
- IT support
- System Programmer
- Website Designer
- Analyze websites for usability
- Basic languages for web applications
- Master the syntax, as well as work with the Python standard library
- Development of iOS applications in Swift language
- IT directions on request.
- IT support,
- System Programmer
- Contact Center Specialist
- Website Designer
- young people aged 16 to 29
- According to the request for the direction of study
- IT security,
- Database Administrator,
- Program development,
- Website Developer, Big Data
- young people aged 16 to 29
- According to the request for the direction of study
- IT directions on request
- Business. Government agency
- According to the request for the direction of study
Preparing young people to participate in the WorldSkills championships in the following competencies: "Network and system Administration", "Web Design", "Graphic Design", "CAD Engineering Graphics".
This kit is designed to prepare young workers and regional teams to participate in the WorldSkills championships in the following competencies: "Network and System Administration", "Web Design", "Graphic Design", "CAD Engineering Graphics"
Results and purpose of training:
- Formation of new practical skills within the competence;
- Familiarization with the organization and production technologies;
- Modern production within the competence;
- Providing an opportunity to take a practical part in production processes at modern enterprises;
- Implementation of professionally applied physical training according to competence.
The courses include: characteristics of competence, an approximate curriculum, thematic plans and programs of subjects of a special course and practical (industrial) training for the preparation of students.
The training will be carried out by the group method.
Changes and additions can be made to the thematic plans of the subjects studied, taking into account the specifics of the industry within the hours set by the curriculum.
The thematic plans of the programs are approximate and the right of a specific allocation of hours for theoretical and practical classes on topics within the total amount of hours allocated to the subject by the curriculum is provided directly to teachers who independently choose the forms and methods of conducting classes.
Audience category: students of secondary vocational educational organizations and young working professionals who have achieved high results in their work at the age of 16 to 22 years.The form of final control: participation in regional qualifying championships, passing the qualification certification procedure.
Formation of an expert community from among college teachers and their training in accordance with the requirements of WorldSkills
The purpose of the project: to develop a system of measures aimed at implementing WorldSkills standards for the formation of professional competencies of teachers and future specialists.
Hypothesis: the developed system of measures for the implementation of WorldSkills standards will increase the level of professionalism of teachers and form a competent specialist aimed at a professional career.
Project objectives:
Fab Lab Digital Prototyping Center
- IT centers are a worldwide network of laboratories that provide those who wish to invent and create new things with access to modern digital design and production tools.
- Fab Lab is an experimental platform where a set of equipment and specialized software for digital production is assembled, which allows you to quickly and within one center create prototypes of a variety of products and devices, implement interesting inventive ideas, engage in technical creativity.
- Currently, the minimum set of Fab Labs equipment includes: a laser cutter or engraver, a cutting plotter, a 3D printer, high-resolution CNC machines, a milling machine, a set of electronic components and microcontroller programming tools, testing equipment.