Key components of the project: Technological update: Replacement of outdated equipment with modern inverter systems for manual (MMA) and semi-automatic (MIG/MAG) welding. Digitalization of education: Implementation of STEM education elements through the use of 3D printing for prototyping parts and an interactive panel for visualizing complex technological processes. Safety and environmental friendliness: Installation of a professional ventilation system that meets European occupational safety standards. Equipment set composition: Welding station (9 units): 5 MMA machines and 4 MIG/MAG machines for mastering different types of welding. Metalworking tools: 10 combined sets to ensure individual work of each student. Innovation block: 3D printing complex (class S) and EdPro B75 multimedia panel for interactive classes. Engineering network: Full set of ventilation equipment. Expected results: Improving the quality of education: Compliance of graduates' training with the requirements of modern industrial enterprises of Sumy region. Expansion of services: Possibility of conducting short-term retraining courses for veterans, IDPs and the adult population. Saving resources: Reducing electricity costs through the use of modern energy-efficient inverters.

Challenges and Anticipated Results Key Challenges: Market Mismatch: Students are trained on transformer machines, while modern production uses digital semi-automatic machines (MIG/MAG). Graduates require long-term retraining in the workplace. Technological Gap: The lack of STEM tools (3D printing, interactive panels) makes it impossible to train specialists who can read digital drawings and work with complex structures. Environmental and Safety Risks: Outdated ventilation does not provide proper air purification from welding aerosols, which negatively affects the health of students. Consequences of Inaction: Outflow of potential applicants to other regions. Shortage of qualified welders for the reconstruction of Sumy region. Increasing electricity costs due to low efficiency of old equipment. Expected positive changes (Positive Outcomes): Creation of a modern hub: Transformation of Shostka Vocational Training Institute into a leading training center in the northern region of the region. Digitalization: Introduction of 3D modeling and interactive learning will increase the interest of young people in working professions. Social effect: Possibility of rapid retraining of the adult population, IDPs and veterans in 3-6 months.