Meaningful, invigorating experiences Young people enrolled in training programs related water technology are invited to seize the opportunity offered by skills competitions, big or small. Competitions enable young people to showcase their abilities in a competitive setting. They receive constructive feedback from industry experts, enhance their understanding and refine their skills. Exposure to real-world challenges contributes to students’ professional growth and stimulates soft skills development, thus increasing their employability. Not to mention the excitement, pride, and sense of achievement of being part of such grand events! A multifaceted competition This competition unfolds through four distinct modules: Laboratory, Process Control and Automation, Maintenance, and Report Writing. Each module simulates the daily activities within municipal or industrial water supply and wastewater treatment plants. Participants engage in tasks mirroring real-world routines, encompassing daily checks, water quality measurements, chemical and biological analyses. The competition also emphasizes process control parameterization with a focus on troubleshooting, maintenance, and overseeing equipment such as pumps, valves, and sensors. Assessing skills Competitors in the water technology competition are objectively assessed based on the established WorldSkills Occupational Standard, which outlines the essential skills and knowledge required for water technology professionals. Key skills areas include work organization and management, communication, electrotechnology, industrial mechanics, environmental protection, chemical and biological analysis, quality assurance, process automation technology, and application of health and safety measures. Strong partnerships The WorldSkills Association organizes national and international vocational competitions since 1950. Thousands of young skilled workers around the world demonstrate their skills in over 60 vocational occupations year after year. Festo and WorldSkills International have enjoyed a close partnership since 1991. As a Global Industry Partner (GIP), Festo contributes the latest technology trends from industry to the competitions in Mechatronics, Industry 4.0, Water Technology and Renewable Energy. Since 2008, WorldSkills Europe and Festo have been working together to promote training in technical professions. In recognition Festo received the award of Premium Sponsor from WorldSkills Europe. A lot of water has passed under the bridge since the appearance of water technology skills at WorldSkills competitions! Initially introduced as a demonstration skill in the 2013 Leipzig edition, it made the transition to an official competition in the 2019 Kazan edition, reflecting the rising importance of water technology specialists to support access to potable water and ensure the sustainability of our scarce water resources. M53 → festo.com/didactic Magazine > Learning through competition Images: Courtesy of WorldSkills International
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