To enhance interaction and improve the quality of career guidance work with the vocational colleges of Sumy State University, an integration online meeting was held on March 12 with the graduating departments, including the Department of Electronics and Computer Technology

Integration Online Meeting Between SumDU Vocational Colleges and Academic Departments

On March 12, an integration online meeting was held between the vocational colleges of Sumy State University, including:

• VSP “Classical Vocational College of SumDU”
• VSP “Industrial-Pedagogical Vocational College of SumDU”
• VSP “Mechanical Engineering Vocational College of SumDU”
• VSP “Shostka Vocational College named after Ivan Kozhedub of SumDU”

 

and the graduating departments of Sumy State University, with the Department of Electronics and Computer Technology playing a significant role in the discussions.

Key Topics Discussed

 

The meeting focused on the following key topics:

• Career guidance and admission of vocational college graduates
• Factors influencing students’ choice to continue higher education
• Enhancing communication between vocational college faculty and university departments
• Collaboration in scientific and international activities

 

Presentation of the Department of Electronics and Computer Technology

 

Dean Yurii Volok introduced the Department of Electronics and Computer Technology as a strong and modern research and teaching unit that provides cutting-edge education in the following promising fields:

• G5 “Electronics, Electronic Communications, Instrumentation, and Radio Engineering”:
  • Educational program “Electronic Systems and Components”
  • Educational program “Network and Internet Technologies”
• F7 “Computer Engineering”

 

Launch of the New F7 “Computer Engineering” Program

 

Following the department’s presentation, Associate Head of the Department Ihor Kulyk introduced the F7 “Computer Engineering” specialization, which will officially launch in 2025 at the bachelor’s level.

The demand for computer engineering specialists capable of developing both software and hardware solutions for advanced computer technologies will remain strong and stable in the coming decades.

Sumy State University is the first in the Sumy region to launch a bachelor’s program in Computer Engineering and remains the only higher education institution in the region that trains professionals in this field. These specialists will address regional challenges related to the research, development, programming, configuration, and operation of modern computer systems and networks, artificial intelligence systems, the Internet of Things, and web-based and cloud computing technologies.

Career Guidance Opportunities

 

To support prospective students and vocational college graduates interested in F7 “Computer Engineering” and G5 “Electronics, Electronic Communications, Instrumentation, and Radio Engineering”, the department offers:

• Exciting guided tours and quests through state-of-the-art computer and electronics laboratories
• Visits to the Virtual and Augmented Reality Technology Center to explore virtual worlds and participate in interactive experiences
• Engaging open lessons and lectures (both in-person and online) on artificial intelligence, robotics, green energy, neural interfaces, the Internet of Things, and more
• Interactive discussions with vocational college graduates and students about admission opportunities in F7 “Computer Engineering” and G5 “Electronics, Electronic Communications, Instrumentation, and Radio Engineering”

 

News prepared by Associate Professor Ihor Kulyk