Abstract: In the Russian Federation, much attention is paid to the development of end-to-end digital technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. Decree of the President of the Russian Federation No. 490 dated October 10, 2019 "On the development of artificial intelligence in the Russian Federation" approved the National Strategy for the Development of Artificial Intelligence for the period up to 2030. In accordance with subparagraph (c) of paragraph 51.5 of the Strategy, one of the directions for improving the level of AI competencies and the level of awareness of citizens about AI is the development of skills in using AI technologies among graduates of educational institutions of higher education through the inclusion of AI modules in each educational program. The object of the study of this article is the use of AI systems in the course of laboratory and practical classes, as well as independent work of students in the disciplines "Artificial intelligence systems", "Fundamentals of artificial intelligence" and similar disciplines. The subject of the research is the methods of solving problems of approximation of functions and classification of data by means of specialized platforms Loginom Community and Neural Network Wizard. The methods of training a neural network, methods for evaluating the quality of training samples of a neural network are considered in detail. The research methodology is based on a combination of theoretical and practical approaches using methods of analysis, comparison, generalization, synthesis, classification, and modeling. Materials have been developed, during the study of which students should gain theoretical knowledge in the field of function approximation and data classification, familiarize themselves with the basic concepts and methods of artificial intelligence, as well as their application in various fields of data processing, consolidate practical skills in working with neural networks, as well as specialized platforms and tools Loginom Community and Neural Network Wizard. The results of the control measures showed that the skills of using artificial intelligence technologies were formed at a sufficient level among students of training areas not related to the field of artificial intelligence.

Keywords: regression, training sample, Neural Network Wizard, Loginom Community, model training, data processing, data classification, function approximation, neural networks, artificial intelligence

Abstract: The subject of the study is the contradiction between the need to conduct a study of the workload of helicopter pilots and the lack of methods regulated by regulatory and technical documents to ensure that such studies are carried out during the testing of new aircraft. The purpose of the study was to ensure the possibility of objectification of the pilot's workload during testing of modernized and created helicopter models, as well as in the process of flight simulator training. The author examines in detail such aspects of the topic as the development of a pilot workload research program; the completion of a helicopter by installing a set of technical means for studying attention reserves; determining the pilot's workload; determining the integral indicator of the pilot's workload and drawing up a conclusion based on the results of the workload study.     The main conclusion of the conducted theoretical and experimental research is that the developed methodology for studying the workload of a helicopter pilot, based on determining the reserves of his attention when performing professional activities, provides an adequate definition of the workload when performing helicopter tests on semi-natural modeling complexes and during flight simulator training. The results of verification and research of the effectiveness of the developed solutions have shown that the objectification of the pilot's workload during helicopter testing provides an opportunity to substantiate industry recommendations on the refinement and improvement of the layout of helicopter cabins, to rationalize the points of the flight part of the test program and to intensify the process of professional training of flight personnel.

Keywords: helicopter pilot, work load, attention reserves, solving an additional problem, flight training, aviation testing, pilot training, aviation ergonomics, flight psychology, aviation psychophysiology

Abstract: The subject of the study is the problem of ensuring optimal conditions for interaction between humans and aviation equipment in the interests of ensuring its safe operation, which has recently become more acute. Based on studies of the pilot's activity obtained during flight tests of helicopters equipped with night vision goggles, it is shown that the use of night vision goggles imposes special requirements on the organization of attention distribution, spatial orientation and is accompanied by an increase in the level of nervous and emotional tension. The main results of foreign developers on the improvement of night vision systems related to the introduction of technical vision systems on helicopters are described. It is proved that for an objective examination of such systems in flight tests, it is necessary to create a special automated information system. The developed automated information system provides the collection and processing of flight information during flight tests using intelligent sensors for monitoring and recording the biometrics of crew members and an image recognition system. It will allow recording, processing and accumulating flight and psychophysiological information in real test flights during the implementation of the entire flight test program, providing specialists in the field of aviation medicine and ergonomics with objective quantitative characteristics of the studied parameters when testing promising night vision systems of combat helicopters. It is shown that the introduction of modern information technologies into the process of testing aviation equipment allows objectively and with high accuracy to analyze and evaluate the content and psychophysiological structure of the pilot's activity based on a comparison of changes in flight parameters, the movement of controls, the direction of the pilot's gaze and his psychophysiological characteristics and recommend for practical use specific variants of night vision systems.

Keywords: functional state of the pilot, test control system, automated control system, the human factor, night vision goggles, test information system, tests of combat helicopters, technical vision, automated information processing, psychophysiological training of the pilot

Abstract: The goal of this research is to develop the theory and practice of synergetic design and development of software for digital physical laboratories to increase the level of compliance of behavior of the object with reality and reduce the level of student’s immersion into the virtual environment. One of the tasks for achieving this goal lies in using a synergetic aspect in design and development of software for implementation in the process of teaching natural science disciplines, which allows consolidating virtuality and reality of the surrounding world. In the course of this research, the authors substantiate the synergetic aspect in the development of software for digital laboratories in the context of taking higher school physics. The authors build the main scenario and functional scheme of the software product, which are realized on the high-level C++ language using OpenGL libraries. Software implementation of the digital physical laboratory required preparation of videos with a series of physical experiments, determination of the course of execution of laboratory task, and examples of “returning” from virtual reality.  The developed use case diagram of the actors allowed determining the behavioral pattern of the parties to the development, as well as using the digital physical laboratory in the educational process. Synergetic aspect and possibility of its implementation were tested on the example of digital laboratory work in the context of studying the pendulum motion and fall of bodies. The promising development trend is the design and implementation of software products for determination of synergistic effects in studying the sections of optics and thermodynamics.

Keywords: physics training, actors of the digital laboratory, features of synergetic design, synergistic effects, software for education, digitalization in education, software product script, actors, digital tutors, immersion in reality

Abstract: The author gives the presentation of the content and structural components of an electronic textbook using Excel and the programming language Visual Basic for Applications using an example of a textbook fragment. The methods of presenting theoretical material, modeling with a visual demonstration, automatic verification of the results of assignments, automatic visual display of the results of mastering the topic using the built-in Excel functions are described in detail. The codes of programs for automatic presentation of individual tasks, automatic data modeling based on built-in Excel functions and building a scatter chart with smooth curves are given. The research methodology is based on testing the capabilities of MS Excel and the built-in programming language Visual Basic for Applications to solve the tasks. In contrast to the tools available today for creating electronic educational resources, such a textbook is easily modifiable, allows you to change the scripts of the educational process, in addition to test tasks, present students with sets of individual tasks, and adapt tasks to the level of students. In addition, it is an effective didactic tool for simultaneously mastering the Excel spreadsheet processor and discipline that requires modeling or performing complex calculations and routine operations.

Keywords: built-in Excel functions, Excel table processor, modeling, validation automation, task presentation automation, individualization of tasks, electronic textbook, normal distribution, programming language, built-in VBA language

Abstract: This article is devoted to the design of information and software support for the development process for а web-based system of the educational programs at the university level .The need to develop it is due to the requirements for the educational programs under the current federal state educational standards for the higher education. These standards establish that  the results of training are defined as an integral system of competences. Additionally, the article outlines the approach to the development of educational programs satisfying the requirements of the competence paradigm, upon which the basis of the system is being developed. The research is based upon the following methods: systemic analysis, graph theory, combinatorial-ordered modeling and dynamic programming. The scientific novelty of the research involves the development of a model for a learning resource formed as a hierarchy of knowledge spaces. This model of representation provides  modular flexible structure for the learning resources developed on its basis, which is achieved by combining in the model the properties of hierarchical and algebraic structures.

Keywords: learning resources design, higher education program, knowledge space, lattice, lattice-theoretical approach, knowledge domain model, knowledge space extendibility, knowledge space fragmentability, web-based system, learning resource

Abstract: The subject of research is the organization of educational process in higher education using computer technologies. The majority of universities are preparing students in technical fields. The other part in humanitarian, professional and special training areas.Most of these universities were forced to pass the path of perfection of computer technologies of training with the application, ultimately, qualitatively the same learning tools, software, actually duplicating all the necessary work. Meanwhile, requirements to knowledge and skills of students in different universities vary greatly.In this regard, relevant comparative study of the curricula requirements of the preparation and its individual disciplines with the aim of unifying computer hardware and software support of educational process on the one hand and requirements to the level of computer training students of different specialties from the other side.The object of study is the part of curricula and programmes associated with student learning microprocessor technology and software.The author examines such topics as aspects of applied simulation technology microprocessors and microcontroller system with recommendations for their use at the project development stage.Special attention is paid to the practical use of the available student in the learning process of computer tools and software, and the advantage goes to the self-selection of students projects and their creative decisions in the process.Using a systematic analysis of curricula, in particular the decomposition of their software into clusters with allocation of requirements to the level of knowledge and skills of students, then the classification and ranking of areas of training in terms of requirements to knowledge and skills of students and the allocation model of the universities-representatives of typical groups of standards.Further requirements for the technical equipment and software requirements of universities at the level of the relevant requirements for each of the selected clusters and implementation of experimental verification of the proposed approach on the basis of selected universities – members of different clusters. The scientific novelty of the proposed approach to the overall organization of the study of microprocessor technology and software in the education system is:1. In light of the specific requirements, level of knowledge and skills in all areas of training when planning for hardware and software in their educational process.2. In the application of system analysis methods for the separation of all institutions from the point of view of a microprocessor learning software grades the level of requirements to knowledge and skills of students and to form cluster universities of equal rank in the organisation of education.The main conclusions of the study are:1. Despite the wide range of variation for the level of knowledge and skills of students in various areas of training may be basic, common to all universities the level of training that ensures confident use by all students knowledge level qualified users microprocessor and microcontroller technology, while reducing the cost of basic microprocessor organization of training of students of all universities.2. Microprocessor training in universities with higher requirements for knowledge and skills students may also be held on the basis of unified for schools of the same grade of computer and software.3. The proposed solution is experimentally tested at two universities.4. The application of the proposed approach increases the students ' interest to study of microprocessor and microcontroller technology, stimulates their interest in the specific design of products with their practical use.

Keywords: basic level training, computer software, organization of training, remote laboratory practice, microcontroller, microprocessor-based systems, modeling, qualified user, system analysis, cluster

Abstract: In their article authors focuse on the issues related to developing the structure and content of the international joint Master’s degree program ‘Infocommunication technologies and communication networks’ taught by the Department of Software Systems at ITMO University and Lappeenranta University of Technology in Finland. The relevance of joint education programs is caused by the need to increase the academic mobility of teachers and students, to arrange and carry out international researches in various spheres as well as to improve the quality of training of highly skilled professionals who teach and conduct researches at the international level. The following methods have been used to develop the structure of the joint education program: statistical data analysis to prove the demand for the programs of this kind; and pedagogical experiment to adjust the program and create the most optimal structure of the program. The authors of the article describe the results of the implementation of the aforesaid joint education program including the structure of agreements between the two universities running this program and adjustment of the program to Russian and international standards. The authors also define the list of research trends for Master’s degree students and develop the assessment procedure as well as the procedure for defending Master’s thesis before the joint board of examiners. 

Keywords: Master’s thesis, education program structure, double (joint) degree, Master’s degree program, software development, infocommunication technologies, joint education program, board of examiners, international cooperation, infocommunication

Abstract: The subject of research is the process of creating a computer simulation simulating the conducting a clinical laboratory analysis of biological fluids using a biochemical analyzer Stat Fax® 1904+. Particular attention is driven to the components of the training simulator and to the algorithm for work with it. The article presents features of developing the virtual instrument, caused by its teaching assignment, which consist of the different training levels of users of the system and the possibility of incorrect input data. The author proposes to create three types of users and design features of the software to ensure the accuracy of the data and compliance with the algorithm of the virtual appliance. The paper shows stages of making a computer simulator, such as modeling the system, translation of the model and analyzing the results of the development. The author describes concentrations of a substance in a sample simulated by the software and gives the corresponding formulas for calculations. The study presents a flowchart showing the process of operation of the computer program. The geometric design of application forms and functions of the system is based on this flowchart. A computer simulator created can be used in education at the stage of forming practical skills of students as well as raising the level of professionalism of clinical laboratories. The results of the study can be used in creating training simulators not only for biochemical analysis, but also for other areas of professional activities requiring the use of skills in working with high-tech equipment.

Keywords: model translation, modelling, laboratory diagnostics, Visual Basic, Stat Fax® 1904+, biochemical analyzer, training simulator, computer simulation, Microsoft Visual Studio, object model

Abstract: Nowadays the teachers while lecturing various courses on the ordinary differential equations often use program systems of symbolical mathematics or computer algebra, for example MAPLE well known for its efficiency. In the process of training in computer modeling, teacher often face a problem of designing a mathematical model of the studied process. Because the fundamental laws of nature are formulated as a rule in a language of the differential equations, there is a need to teach the students to design mathematical models. The authors present a solution of the problem of the automated generation of mathematical models on the using a systems of the ordinary differential equations based on Maple system. The paper presents an example of this solution. The given algorithm of generating systems of ordinary differential equations can be easily modified for a specific task. During the course on ordinary differential equations it is necessary to give students the tasks develop the algorithm by themselves. This allows students to develop a culture of logical thinking, which will properly establish cause and effect of physical processes and phenomena from the formal implementation of interdisciplinary connections and practical orientation of training. All of this will undoubtedly contribute to a better knowledge of the disciplines of applied mathematics and other subject areas.

Keywords: Generation of differential equations, Logistic system, educational process, mathematical model, ordinary differential equations, digraph, MAPLE, Transport task, Decision methods

Abstract: The article describes the experience of creating extensions for Moodle distance learning system within Siberian State Industrial University. The author present an analysis of available solutions and compares approaches of using third-party components for Moodle system and basic functionality. The article substantiates the use of Moodle system without third-party plugins. The research presents main features and disadvantages of using different features of Moodle and third-party plugins. The author gives brief description of used features of the developed application. The method of the study of the problem of integrating distance learning systems is based on the optimization of educational process in the framework of modern approaches to education. In developing of the additional functionality for the system the author used practice-oriented approach in improving features of the system. Using Moodle allows to modifying the functionality without interfering with the source code of the system. The developed system extension can significantly speed up the educational process.

Keywords: educational process, plugin, learning, distance learning, distance learning system, education, moodle, software, software development, functional programming

Abstract: The article is devoted to building a network component of «Virtual Surgery » information environment (a range of surgical simulators). The system is being developed in Russia and has no direct analogues in the world. The authors analyze requirements for modern surgical simulators. The article reviews characteristics of information environment of endovascular simulator, endoscopic simulator and a highly realistic three-dimensional anatomical atlas. The authors study the possibility of creating a remote database of shared information resources for the operation of simulators including a database, informational support, means of communicating for remote users, ways of software actualization. The authors suggest architecture, set of functions and informational resources of internet-portal for organizing a unified information environment for simulators users. The results will help to organize the network community of users, develop a flexible implementation of authorial surgical techniques on remote equipment, provide ways for exchange of topical models, operation scenarios, results, and, as a result, improve the use of promising trend of simulation technology in medical education. The development of this network component is an important step in the development of universal hardware and software platform for building surgical simulators.

Keywords: simulation training, surgical simulator, network resource, information environment, database, software, architecture, script, three-dimensional model, scene

Abstract: to help graduates acquire knowledge and skills required for gaining social mobility and stability in the labor market it is helpful to complement traditional techniques of teaching with interactive forms of educational activities. The processes of interactions between archival institutions on different levels became the subject of study presented in this article. The author suggests automated information system “Archive cooperation” for lecturing 034700 “Records management and archivistics” bachelors course. This system allows to simulate all main processes of archival institutions documental interactions at different levels: governmental, municipal, departmental. The research was performed by analyzing normative legal basis regulating archive activities and processes of documentary interactions of archive institutions. The novelty of the research is in developed automated informational education system, that simulates revealed processes of archive interactions and allows to apply interactive forms of educational activities. The important feature of presented system is the presence of a variety of reference materials, including semantic network allowing to trace logical relations between separate concepts in the field of study and to increase the test efficiency. In conclusion the authors state that use of the developed system in learning process has allowed to increase the effectiveness of teaching students.

Keywords: document, acquisition, fonds, archive, testing, information system, automation, expert audit team, semantic network, document keywords

Abstract: the article considers the application of learning management systems to the disciplines that require the student to write programs of various complexity for learning the studied material. The aim of the article is to demonstrate the use of the Moodle elements for carrying out practical works in such disciplines. “System software” and “Computer graphics” courses serve as an example. The author proposes several approaches to the organization of evaluation of programming assignments.

Keywords: Software, Moodle, teaching of programming, learning tools, e-learning, learning management system, student, programming, system software, computer graphics.

Abstract: The article shows the main problems solved by steganos algorithms in the media space, reviews the main elements of stegosystem. Author analyzes the basic proper ties and gives the classification of di gital watermark systems. The article inc lu des the analysis of main directions of deve lopment and functioning of modern ste ganos algorithms. Steganos algorithms for graphics containers are analyzed.

Keywords: Software, graphic container, clas sification of digital watermarks stegosy stems, mediaspace, stegosystem, stegonos algo rithms of spatial area, stegonos algorithms of transformation domain, format met hods, digital watermark, digital images