DEVELOPING STUDENTS' TECHNICAL THINKING AND PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES THROUGH TEACHING ENGINEERING DISCIPLINES BASED ON HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL HERITAGE

This article examines the development of students’ technical thinking and professional competencies through the teaching of engineering disciplines based on historical and cultural heritage. The purpose of the study is to substantiate the pedagogical potential of using historical structures, ancient constructive solutions, and traditional engineering experience as didactic tools in the educational process. The research employs historical-comparative analysis, synthesis of scientific sources, a systems approach, and interpretative methods. The findings show that integrating historical and cultural heritage objects into engineering education strengthens the connection between theoretical knowledge and real technical practice. It also contributes to the development of constructive thinking, professional identity, creative approach, and responsible attitudes toward cultural values among students. The study concludes that historical and cultural heritage can be effectively used in engineering education as educational material, a didactic tool, and an educational factor.

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