What is STEM strand?
Are you a fan of Sci-Fi movies? Do you want to make some super cool machines like the one that Tony Stark build, or invent a car without wheels? If you want to build this things on future, then you can start by learning things about it. Lucky for you because STEM strand can teach you everything about these things.
STEM is a curriculum based on the idea of educating students in four specific disciplines — science, technology, engineering and mathematics — in an interdisciplinary and applied approach. Rather than teach the four disciplines as separate and discrete subjects, STEM integrates them into a cohesive learning paradigm based on real-world applications.
The difference of the STEM curriculum with the other strands and tracks is the focus on advanced concepts and topics.
Under the track, you can become a pilot, an architect, an astrophysicist, a biologist, a chemist, an engineer, a dentist, a nutritionist, a nurse, a doctor, and a lot more. Those who are also interested in Marine Engineering should take this track.
What are the subjects below STEM ?
●Earth Science
STEM will offer you a subject on Earth Science that would discuss continental drift, index fossils, and renewable energy. This program would also help you identify areas that vulnerable to disasters, interpret hazard maps, and learn the proper use of hydrometereological tools.
●Pre-Calculus and Basic Calculus
Take out your calculators and get a piece of paper. This should be your starter pack for your Pre-Calculus and Basic Calculus classes. These are all essential once you take your bachelor course on Mathematics or Engineering.
●Physics
Physics classes will explain the various phenomenons that are happening around us. You can also try magic tricks of kinematics, momentum, impulse, and a lot more. Also take into account the various thermodynamic concepts, oscillations, gravity among others.
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What is the status of STEM in the Philippines?
Educational institutions in the Philippines are gradually recognising the relevance of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education in supporting innovation and driving future economic growth. In a bid to increase the number of graduates who enrol in science and mathematics-related courses at the tertiary level, the K-12 programme now provides senior high school students with an option to pursue STEM-related fields through the academic track. To this end, significant activity is under way to boost student engagement in these subjects, and teacher quality.
CHALLENGES
Data from World Economic Forum shows that the quality of mathematics and science education in the Philippines ranks among the lowest regionally, resulting in relatively low numbers of STEM graduates. Of the 645,973 university graduates in 2016, 76,423, or 12%, obtained a degree in engineering, 6828 (1%) were science graduates and 2736 (0.4%) were mathematics graduates. Of those that do pursue a science and technology degree, they either stay in metropolitan areas – with the majority (34%) concentrated in Metro Manila and the surrounding regions of Calabarzon (25%) and Central Luzon (7%) – or move abroad to pursue opportunities.
What jobs can you take after SHS?
By the end of 2018, 2.4 million STEM jobs were projected to go unfilled. While we are still waiting on updated figures for 2020 and beyond, the statement is still powerful. For your inspo, here are STEM fields you can take along with examples of amazing individuals and organizations who have used their studies to help the Philippines. Maybe someday, you too can save the world with a brilliant idea!
Here are some careers you can take after graduating:
● Engineering
There is a demand for engineers not only abroad but in the Philippines also. … Contrary to popular belief, engineers are not only needed in construction industries. Tan said that because of the Philippines’ growing economy, a lot of fields and industries are opening up to graduates of engineering. A person working in Engineering in Philippines typically earns around 37,600 PHP per month. Salaries range from 11,900 PHP (lowest average) to 79,600 PHP (highest average, actual maximum salary is higher). This is the average monthly salary including housing, transport, and other benefits.There is a demand for engineers not only abroad but in the Philippines also. … Contrary to popular belief, engineers are not only needed in construction industries. Tan said that because of the Philippines’ growing economy, a lot of fields and industries are opening up to graduates of engineering. A person working in Engineering in Philippines typically earns around 37,600 PHP per month. Salaries range from 11,900 PHP (lowest average) to 79,600 PHP (highest average, actual maximum salary is higher). This is the average monthly salary including housing, transport, and other benefits.
● Healthcare services
Healthcare is an essential part of life. Patients need proper care from compassionate people, and healthcare providers need to find the right people to fill those positions.
As people get older, their healthcare needs often increase. This creates a higher demand for all kinds of health-related services. That’s why healthcare is a field with so many career opportunities.
Healthcare possible careers
- Imaging
- Certified Surgical Technologist
- research
- Telemetry Technicians
- Clinical Laboratory Scientist
● Computer/Information Technology
Computer Information Science (CIS) is a quickly-growing field which covers a wide range of topics, including those traditionally covered in Information Technology (IT) and Computer Science (CS). If you enjoy working with computers, designing programs and applications, or working with evolving technologies such as digital forensics, IT security, cybercrime, or multimedia design, then a career in Computer Information Science may be right for you! In this article, we will discuss the differences between computer information systems, computer science and information technology and how you can become a CIS major to begin your professional journey into this field.
Careers under computer information:
- Software Developer
- Systems Administrator
- Programmer Analyst
- Web Developer
STEM can offer us more higher kind of learnings. All we have to do is to take a step on it. And the first step is by enrolling to STEM. Let’s go, let us all learn and have a brighter future!
By: Edmar Villareal
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