Global Competencies In Engineering through Interdisciplinarity and Experiential Learning. A Theoretical Approach

Abstract

The work aims to study the integration of engineering education with various areas of knowledge to train professionals who address complex problems in a creative way, emphasizing experiential learning and interdisciplinarity to develop global competencies in the face of contemporary challenges. The scenario is represented by two Chilean universities and the critical knot consists of the need to redefine pedagogical approaches in the training of engineers to ensure that graduates not only possess technical knowledge, but are also equipped with global competencies that allow them to collaborate effectively in a diverse and constantly changing work environment. Two thematic axes are addressed : iinterdisciplinary e-education and e-experiential learning, both focused on the training of engineers in global competencies. The study is quantitative, with a non-experimental design, of a descriptive-transactional type. The population was made up of 29 students from engineering programs selected through probability sampling. A structured questionnaire validated by experts in the area was used. Among the results , a positive assessment of interdisciplinarity among students stands out, who relate it to better problem solving. It was concluded that the new theoretical approach that emerges in the context of university education, focuses on transforming engineering education towards a comprehensive and contextualized approach, considering interdisciplinarity as a primary conceptual framework and promoting collaboration between various areas of knowledge through the creation of academic programs that integrate subjects and projects from different disciplines.