【Smart Manufacturing Express】Fear Not the Rise of AI: STEAM Talent's Transformation Makes Them Irreplaceable!

【Smart Manufacturing News】Fearless of AI's Rise: Irreplaceable Transformation of STEAM Talent!

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Since the US first promoted "STEAM" education in 2006, it has been in practice for many years. More mature technological development has allowed 3D printing and processing technologies to no longer be limited to the industrial sector. With the development of AI artificial intelligence, the transformation of "STEAM" talent will become key to future competitiveness.

"STEAM" and Modern Technological Development
"STEAM" originated from education reform in the United States. Initially, it only had four elements: "Science," "Technology," "Engineering," and "Math." Later, "Art" was added, making it five main elements. These subjects are integrated with education to cultivate the ability to apply technology and solve problems, which is essential for competitiveness in the future world.
This development continued until 2018, when job opportunities in STEAM categories doubled compared to other industries. Countries worldwide, including Japan, South Korea, Germany, etc., have also adopted related education. According to a 2017 report by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) in the United States, recent graduates in STEAM-related fields had the highest starting salaries, and salaries in interdisciplinary industries were also higher than in other industries.
 
(The Royal Netherlands Air Force uses 3D printed parts to repair and manufacture aircraft components. Even if students are not professionals initially, they can quickly get started. (Click here for the full story))
 
AI Reshapes the Job Market
AI artificial intelligence has advanced rapidly in the past decade. According to global market research firms, the past 40 years of informatization and automation replaced approximately 30% of human labor. In the future, 5G will drive Industry 4.0 to replace up to 90% of human labor. Taking Taiwan's labor force of 11.96 million in October this year and an average labor participation rate of 60% as an example, a conservative estimate indicates that approximately 2.15 million people will be affected, which is nearly 5 times the current unemployment rate. This also highlights the importance of irreplaceable integrated talent.
 
(Ford Motor Company began cultivating interdisciplinary talent in the early stages of 3D printing development and extended it to their production lines. (Click here for the full story) Video source: Ford Official Youtube)

To acquire interdisciplinary and integrated competitiveness, " STEAM " has received increasing attention from enterprises, universities, and vocational training centers in recent years, leading to the emergence of concepts such as "slash youth" and "diverse applications." As industrial technology becomes more widespread and the era of makers arrives, the transformation of STEAM talent is no longer just a popular science toy for elementary school students but a comprehensive plan from educational policy to career development.

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New Opportunities for STEAM Talent Transformation
Technological progress brings both convenience and challenges. In the future, being replaced by AI or harnessing technology will be the key to success or failure. Thanks to the increasing popularity of industrial technology, interdisciplinary STEAM technologies, which were difficult to integrate in the past, now have affordable and easy-to-use desktop options. From 3D printing and 3D scanning to laser processing, vacuum forming, and even CNC milling machines, professional tools can now be directly applied in offices or classrooms.
 
 
(In the past, vacuum forming technology was limited to large industrial machines. Now, a desktop FormBox vacuum forming machine can cover all five STEAM applications. (Click here for online tutorial))

Whether in schools or businesses, from learning and critical thinking to practical operations and validating results, integration and innovation offer the best solutions. Mastering interdisciplinary technologies will bring more value to individuals and enterprises. Contact us immediately to get the latest STEAM solutions, or like and follow our Facebook page for more tutorials and new applications.

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