Usage of a Virtual Electrical Enterprise as Means for the Future Power Engineer Practical Training

Abstract In the context of an increase in the share of distance learning the educational institutions that train specialists in the field of power generation, use and supply are faced with certain difficulties in conducting practical training for students. This article discusses the features and stages of creating virtual enterprises as a tool for the practical training of future power engineers. The authors propose a scalable and adaptive solution: the implementation of a “Virtual Electrical Enterprise” using virtual reality (VR) technologies and specialized software for immersive and interactive practical training. The system simulates various departments of a real production enterprise and allows students to perform professional tasks in a controlled virtual environment. A partial experimental evaluation was conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of this approach, demonstrating improved learning outcomes, heightened student interest, and the potential to compensate for limited access to real industrial equipment. The proposed system not only enhances student preparedness for future employment but also offers prospects for lifelong learning and closer collaboration between universities and industrial enterprises. Future work involves the progressive implementation of this concept into the educational process for electrical engineering students