First place in the National Competition “ENERGY IN THE WIRE” for students of Montenegrin secondary schools in the field of electrical engineering, along with a cash prize of EUR 750, was won by the team from the “Vaso Aligrudić” Secondary Electrical Engineering School in Podgorica.
Three-member teams from six educational institutions offering courses in the field of electrical engineering competed in knowledge and skills (the Secondary Vocational School in Berane, the “Vaso Aligrudić” Secondary Electrical Engineering School in Podgorica, the “Mladost” Secondary Mixed School in Tivat, the Secondary Vocational School in Nikšić, the Secondary Electrical and Economics School in Bijelo Polje and the Secondary Vocational School in Pljevlja).
– Our teachers are fully committed to us, so when you work hard, results are bound to follow. We prepared, especially during the last 20 days, in cooperation with our teacher Vladimir Kitaljević. This is an ideal opportunity for us to make new acquaintances and gain new work experience – said Matija Bulatović from the first-place team.
“Vaso Aligrudić” Secondary Electrical Engineering School in Podgorica
Second place and a cash prize of EUR 600 went to the team from the Secondary Vocational School in Berane, while third place and EUR 450 were won by the team from the Secondary Vocational School in Nikšić. The award for the best individual, worth EUR 250, went to Matija Bulatović, while the award for the best school, along with a laptop, went to the “Vaso Aligrudić” Secondary Electrical Engineering School in Podgorica. Prizes of EUR 250 were also provided for the mentors of the winning teams.
– These competitions mean a lot to us because they allow us to see what we are capable of, as well as meet our peers from other cities – said Ilija Dobrašinović, a student at the Secondary Vocational School in Berane.
Secondary Vocational School in Berane
The mentor of the second-place team from Berane, Nehrudin Šahman, noted that participation and camaraderie matter more than placement, adding that this year’s competition was at an even higher level than the previous one, which he welcomed, particularly for the students and vocational secondary education.
The theoretical part of the competition tested knowledge of electrostatics, steady-state electric currents, alternating-current circuits and other relevant fields. The practical application section focused on electrical installations and lighting, specifically the selection of appropriate components for carrying out high-quality electrical installations.
Secondary Vocational School in Nikšić
The contestants’ knowledge and skills were assessed by a three-member expert jury comprising: MSc Vladan Durković of the Faculty of Electrical Engineering in Podgorica, Slobodan Kovačević, Head of CEDIS’s Local Network Management Centre, and Sandra Brkanović of the Centre for Vocational Education.
The “ENERGY IN THE WIRE” competition is organised by the Montenegrin Electricity Distribution System and the Association of Electrical Engineering Teachers of Montenegro (UPECG). The event was supported by the ministries of education and economy, the Faculty of Electrical Engineering and the Centre for Vocational Education.
– CEDIS is a company that values knowledge above all else. “Energy in the Wire” has had the status of a national competition since this year, and the great interest among secondary school students further confirms that we are on the right track. By organising the competition, we want to connect educational institutions with the professions CEDIS needs to carry out its core activities. We would be pleased if one of you chose CEDIS as the place to start and develop your career – said Marija Jovović, Head of CEDIS’s Corporate Communications Department.
The competition was opened by Miodrag Čanović, Chair of the CEDIS Board of Directors, who noted that “Energy in the Wire” was an excellent example of productive cooperation between the economy and the education sector, adding:
– We must act responsibly towards the future and create opportunities for its prosperous development, which you yourselves will carry forward. You are the future of both our company and the continued development of the distribution system. Take every opportunity to receive training and build on your knowledge, which is your invaluable asset.
Miodrag Čanović
The Ministry of Education noted that CEDIS is a true partner that genuinely cares about making positive progress in education.
– As we have been able to see, our secondary vocational schools are attended by hardworking young people, taught by high-quality teaching staff. I congratulate the best on their results, and CEDIS on the excellent organisation – said Veljko Tomić, Director General of the Directorate for General Secondary, Vocational and Adult Education at the Ministry of Education.
Veljko Tomić
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