Translation. Region: Russian Federation –
Source: Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University –
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High school students come to the Polytechnic University to improve and deepen their knowledge of physics and mathematics. The university has organized two classes for them: a fascinating open lecture series and fundamental academic courses. The open lecture series, "Beyond the School Physics Curriculum," is more than just an extra lesson; it's a veritable science show, where the laws of physics are demonstrated visually and effectively. The project's goal is to give students a glimpse of what's often only discussed theoretically in school. Associate Professor Ivan Venevtsev and experienced demonstrators Elena Petrova and Natalia Akhiyarova serve as guides to the world of science.
Participants have already seen the workings of Maxwell's pendulum, the principle of the "Zhukovsky bench" on which one can spin like a figure skater, and the amazing properties of gyroscopes. But this is just the beginning! Ahead of them, the students will journey into the world of thermal phenomena, learn about the mysteries of electricity and magnetism, and delve into the world of light during lectures on optics.
Importantly, the project doesn't end at the university. After the lectures, students and their teachers work together to analyze and reinforce what they learned in class, creating a strong connection between vivid impressions and profound knowledge.
Alongside the lectures, academic courses in mathematics and physics are offered for those seeking systematic preparation and confident exam results. Their main goal is not simply to teach students problem solving, but to help them develop a holistic, logical understanding of the world of these sciences. The physics course is taught by Zoya Erovenko, an assistant at the Higher School of Applied Physics and Space Technology, and the mathematics course is taught by Marina Shkolnik, Head of the Career Guidance and Education Department at the St. Petersburg State Budgetary Professional Educational Institution "Okhtinsky College."
We often encounter situations where students know individual rules but don't understand how they relate to each other. Our goal is to bridge these gaps and provide a system. We don't focus on "how to solve this problem," but rather on "why it's solved this way" and "what pattern it reflects." This is a fundamentally different, university-level approach to working with the material. For us, this is also an investment in the future. We cultivate goal-oriented, motivated applicants who will enroll with us because they've already experienced what real science is," noted Artem Egupov, Director of the Applicant Services Center.
The courses help students not only fill in gaps but also learn to think analytically and approach problem solving structurally—a skill that will be useful regardless of their chosen profession.
These programs are an important part of the university's career guidance efforts. They allow students to experience the life of a SPbPU student, interact with leading faculty, and immerse themselves in a unique scientific atmosphere. This approach allows students to confidently take a step into their profession now, and allows Polytechnic University to inspire and support a new generation of engineers and researchers whose ideas and discoveries will shape our future.
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