Conference paper 2025

Laboratory Training of Future Engineer-Teachers in Industrial Parks: Benefits, Challenges, and Solutions

DM
Daneva, Marlena Y.
 DK
Dimitrova, Kremena Y.
60th International Scientific Conference on Information, Communication and Energy Systems and Technologies, ICEST 2025 - Proceedings
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Abstract

This study examines laboratory training for engineering students with pedagogical profiles in industrial parks. It explores the integration of technical and educational competencies, highlighting benefits, challenges, and methodological solutions. Emphasis is placed on experiential learning, professional identity development, and creating sustainable models that bridge engineering practice with vocational education teaching. © 2025 IEEE.

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engineering education industrial park

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Teaching Teachers' Professional aspects Engineering education Sustainable development Personnel training Apprentices Vocational education Professional identity experiential learning Engineering practices Bridge engineering Industrial parks
Author Affiliations
Faculty of Engineering and Pedagogy, Technical University of Sofia, Sofia, Bulgaria
Funding & Acknowledgements
Technical University of Sofia
The authors would like to thank the Research and Development Sector at the Technical University of Sofia for the financial support.
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