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Enhancing the skills of newly appointed campus network personnel across nine Asi@Connect member countries through comprehensive blended-mode training in network design, operation, and management
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This comprehensive project enhances the skills of newly appointed campus network personnel across nine Asi@Connect member countries through a carefully designed blended-mode workshop focusing on campus network design and operation.
Our initiative ensures improved network management, operational efficiency, and optimal utilization of research and education networks through targeted, practical training and enhanced regional collaboration among NREN engineers.
Our innovative workshop combines onsite and virtual participation to maximize reach and engagement while providing hands-on training in campus network design and operation.
40 participants attend in-person sessions at PSTU with hands-on lab activities and campus network tours.
40 remote participants join via BdREN Zoom platform for real-time access to all training sessions.
Comprehensive sessions covering switching, routing, security, and network management best practices.
Learning outcome evaluation and certificate awards for successful workshop completion.
Host Institution: PSTU, Bangladesh
Platform: BdREN Cloud & Zoom
Duration: 5-Day Intensive Program
Format: Hybrid Onsite + Virtual
NREN engineers and network personnel
Host country - PSTU and BdREN
Campus network administrators
Newly appointed network staff
NREN technical personnel
Campus network engineers
Network operations teams
Research network administrators
Campus IT professionals
Dedicated website hosted on BdREN cloud to manage workshop logistics, share updates, and centralize learning resources.
Comprehensive online survey gathering data on active campus networks across nine countries to identify training needs.
Five-day intensive training combining onsite and virtual participation for 80 NREN engineers in network design and operation.
Hands-on training covering switching, routing, security, and network management to provide essential technical skills.
Guided tours of PSTU's campus network infrastructure providing practical exposure to real-world design and implementation.
Learning outcome evaluation and certificate awards, plus documentation through photos, videos, and final reporting.
Patuakhali Science and Technology University (PSTU) in Bangladesh serves as the lead institution, hosting this transformative workshop through its ICT Cell in collaboration with the Department of Computer Science and Information Technology and the Department of Computer and Communication Engineering.
PSTU provides comprehensive facilities including campus network infrastructure for practical demonstrations, technical expertise, and coordination with BdREN for seamless connectivity and platform support.
Lead Institution: ICT Cell, PSTU
Partner Departments: CSIT & CCE
Technical Partner: BdREN
Platform: BdREN Cloud & Zoom
Online survey tool to collect comprehensive data on active campus networks across all 9 Asi@Connect countries for informed training planning.
Dedicated project website hosted on BdREN cloud for information sharing, registration management, updates, and resource distribution.
Comprehensive training materials including slides, manuals, and lab guides for ongoing learning and post-workshop reference.
Five-day intensive training program with both onsite and remote participants building practical skills in network design and management.
Real-time access to all training sessions for virtual participants across participating countries using BdREN Zoom platform.
Comprehensive documentation including photos and videos of all sessions, site visits, and social events for visibility and reporting.
Learning outcome evaluation and certification for successful participants, ensuring measurable skill development.
Detailed outcome report documenting activities, participation levels, feedback analysis, and lessons learned for future improvements.
Expanding campus network training capabilities across the Asi@Connect region through sustained capacity building and advanced technical education initiatives.
Extend the program to additional Asi@Connect member NRENs based on success metrics and regional demand.
Introduce follow-up workshops focusing on advanced campus network topics and emerging technologies.
Launch targeted outreach initiatives to encourage more women participation in campus networking roles.
Build comprehensive self-paced learning resources for continuous virtual skill development and ongoing education.
Develop a pool of trained professionals to serve as future regional instructors and training coordinators.
Maintain communication channels through social platforms and email groups for continuous peer support and knowledge sharing.