Skills teams from around the world have converged in Russia to showcase their talents at WorldSkills Kazan. Every two years, WorldSkills hosts this global skills competition that brings in over 1,300 competitors from over 60 countries. This event marks the 45th WorldSkills Competition that is being held in Kazan, Russia from August 22nd until August 27th.  The WorldSkills organization is on a mission to help young people all over the globe by bringing awareness to the importance of skills. They teach young people how skills change lives. Not only by showing them how having certain skills can impact their own lives, but also how these skills have the power to improve the world we live in.

Skills in Action – WorldSkills Kazan 2019

Drawing from a wide variety of industries, there are 56 different skill competitions representing six skill sectors at this competition. Skilled professional education is a key tool for economic and social transformation. These competitions showcase that. The major skill sectors include:

• Manufacturing & Engineering Technology
• Information & Communication Technology
• Transportation & Logistics
• Social & Personal Services
• Creative Arts & Fashion
• Construction & Building Technology

This event also provides an opportunity for leaders of government, education, industry, and other sectors to network, brainstorm, and find new ways to elevate industry and professional education best practices.

Skill 23 – Mobile Robotics

As a Global Partner for the WorldSkills Mobile Robotics Competition (Skill 23 –Mobile Robotics), Studica is tasked with developing the authorized WorldSkills Mobile Robotics Competition Collection and assists in the development of the skill to industry standards.

You will find Mobile Robotics within the manufacturing and engineering technology sector. Offering a wide variety of applications, you will see this important skill set put to use in many different types of industries including aerospace, manufacturing, mining, agriculture, and medicine.

Competitors for this skill must be capable in logic, computer programming, and working with microprocessors. They must also make the specifications for their robot’s capabilities and provide cost estimates, create cost-efficient designs, and maintain quality.