THE IMPACT OF MODERN DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES OF JUNIOR BACHELORS IN COMPUTER ENGINEERING IN UKRAINE

Abstract

The article provides a comprehensive analysis of the impact of modern digital technologies on the formation of professional competencies of professional junior bachelors in computer engineering in Ukraine in the context of the digital transformation of education. The relevance of the study is determined by the growing role of digital tools in training competitive specialists capable of operating effectively in a dynamic information and technological environment. The paper examines theoretical approaches to defining professional and digital competencies and analyzes current trends in their formation within the process of professional training of computer engineering students. Particular attention is paid to practical mechanisms for integrating digital technologies into the educational process, including the use of cloud services, online learning platforms, learning management systems, virtual and remote laboratories, electronic educational resources, and specialized software. Their influence on the development of technical, analytical, communicative, and transversal skills of students is investigated, as well as their role in increasing learning motivation and improving the level of practical training. The article identifies key digital competencies required for future computer engineering specialists, including the ability to work with digital data, use modern information systems, ensure cybersecurity, and apply programming and automation tools. Problematic aspects of using digital technologies in professional prehigher education are outlined, such as technical limitations, unequal access to digital resources, and the need to enhance the digital competence of teachers. Recommendations are proposed to improve the effectiveness of the educational process through the systematic and pedagogically grounded use of digital technologies. The research results confirm the significance of digital technologies for the formation of professional competencies and the training of competitive specialists for the modern labor market.