The role of scientific research activities when preparing engineering ecology

The article presents the main conclusions about the role of research in the training of environmental engineers. It has been established that the formation of the personal qualities of specialists is associated with the peculiarities of the pedagogical programs of higher educational institutions. Research work allows you to implement a number of core competencies of students in the field of environmental engineering. The complex of theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the specialty is formed when students work at existing enterprises.