MATHEMATICS AS A FACTOR IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF PROFESSIONALISM IN FUTURE NAVIGATORS

Abstract

The article examines the need for mathematical knowledge in the professional activities of future maritime specialists. Based on an analysis of contemporary scientific pedagogical discourses on the modernization of pedagogical educational processes at maritime universities, the structure of mathematical education in the acquisition of professional skills in future navigators is revealed. The factors influencing the level of mathematical proficiency on the quality of professional performance of navigators are described. Particular attention is paid to the development of mathematical competencies for solving real-world and practice-oriented problems arising during work on board ships and in ports. The conclusion substantiates the need to incorporate a series of extracurricular, mathematically focused social events into the educational process of maritime universities, engaging veteran navigators and visiting maritime industry production facilities to gain early experience for subsequent effective adaptation to professional life.