Singapore Polytechnic and Qualcomm Technologies Bring Premier 5G Training to Singapore

Singapore Polytechnic (SP) and Qualcomm Technologies, Inc announced a joint initiative to bring Qualcomm Technologies’ premium 5G training and certification to polytechnic students in Singapore.

Qualcomm Technologies’ collaboration with SP on programs from Qualcomm Academy (the educational and training arm of Qualcomm Technologies) is Qualcomm Academy’s first ever collaboration with an institution of higher learning in Singapore.

Through an agreement signed between SP and Qualcomm Technologies, SP students will receive free 5G training. They will also be able to earn certifications for their training.

The 5G training courses are designed to develop the 5G skills and knowledge of polytechnic and university-level students and to improve job prospects in the 5G digital ecosystem.

“Qualcomm Technologies believes in training the next generation of innovators and wireless engineers. We are delighted to offer our 5G training and certification to Singapore Polytechnic students through the Qualcomm Academy,” said Vikram Malhotra, Senior Director of Program Management for Qualcomm Technologies and head of the Qualcomm Academy. “We want the students to acquire the skills and knowledge needed to help transform the 5G landscape in Singapore and in the region, and our training can provide a good foundation for this.”

Mr. Lim Joo Ghee, Deputy Senior Director of the SP Engineering Cluster, said, “In the wake of 5G technology's emergence, there has been a notable surge in demand for professionals well-versed in its intricacies. From telecommunications to automotive, healthcare, and manufacturing, companies swiftly incorporate 5G into their operations. The presence of graduates skilled in 5G is pivotal in ensuring a competent workforce capable of meeting this escalating demand. Our deepest appreciation goes to Qualcomm Technologies for graciously providing their premium 5G training to our students. This collaboration is invaluable, equipping our graduates with indispensable skills for the future. We look forward to forging a successful and impactful partnership that will yield positive contributions to the industry.”

ST Liew, Vice President of QUALCOMM CDMA Technologies Asia-Pacific Pte. Ltd. and President, Qualcomm Taiwan, Southeast Asia, Australia and New Zealand, said, “AI is transforming today’s world. 5G provides powerful, reliable connectivity, and when combined with AI, it amplifies the rate and impact of both technologies. Both 5G and AI are needed to enable connected, smarter, intelligent and personalized services to end users from edge AI devices such as laptops, mobile phones, tablets and AR and XR glasses, and Qualcomm Technologies has numerous relationships with various edge AI device makers combining both 5G and AI. Therefore, growing skills and knowledge in 5G is fundamentally important for future engineering talent.”

SP students under the joint initiative will be able to:

• Enroll in Free 5G Training: SP students may enroll in two free beginner-level 5G courses (5G Primer and Fundamentals of Cellular Communication and 5G), where they will learn about 5G, how it works, use cases, and more.
• Receive an Introductory-Level Certificate in 5G: After completing the two free beginner-level 5G courses, SP students can choose to take Qualcomm Academy’s 5G introductory level certification exam. Students that pass this exam will receive a 5G Certificate from Qualcomm Technologies. This certification can show employers that the student understands the basics of 5G and how it works. 
• Obtain an Associate-Level Certificate in 5G: After obtaining the 5G introductory-level certificate, SP students can aim for an associate-level certification in 5G. This rigorous certification is ideal for polytechnic and university students interested in pursuing a career in 5G. Students with this highly technical certification are industry-ready to work as associate-level wireless engineers.

The two beginner-level 5G courses are part of Qualcomm Academy’s 5G University Program. Qualcomm Academy’s 5G University Program and 5G Associate-Level Certification have reached more than 11,000 students worldwide since they were launched in 2021 and 2022, respectively. Visit academy.qualcomm.com for a complete list of 5G and other courses. For more information on the 5G University program, please visit: https://academy.qualcomm.com/course-catalog/5G-University-Program

About SP and its 70th Anniversary

Established in 1954, Singapore Polytechnic (SP) has been a trailblazer in Singapore's educational landscape. Today, it has 10 schools that offer 30 full-time diploma courses and four common entry programmes for more than 12,391 students. The institution champions innovation in lifelong learning, pedagogy, digitalisation, sustainability, and industry engagement.

In 2015, SP incorporated continuing education and training (CET) into its education model. Since then, SP played an integral role in enterprise transformation, workforce upskilling and reskilling for the future economy. In 2022, it partnered with various institutions to introduce a micro-credentials programme leading to a degree from the Singapore Institute of Technology. Embracing new pedagogical innovations, SP pioneered flipped learning in 2015 and is at the forefront of using Analytics in Education.

Committed to sustainability, SP integrates eco-conscious practices into its curriculum and operations. It aims to develop a net-zero sustainability roadmap and collaborate with industries for innovative, sustainable solutions. The curriculum now includes essential sustainability modules, engaging students in at least one sustainability innovation project.

SP maintains strong industry ties, exemplified by initiatives like the Food Innovation and Resource Centre (FIRC) and a recent MoU with the Singapore National Employers Federation (SNEF) to deepen industry engagement and talent recruitment.

By ensuring our curriculum is just in time with industry developments, we can offer a solution-driven internship programme to our industry partners. This steers our students to be life-ready, work-ready, world-ready, and be of service to industry and society. Our over 230,000 graduates include successful entrepreneurs, top executives in multi-national and public-listed corporations, industry leaders and professionals across various industries, and leaders in government.

In 2024, SP celebrates its 70th anniversary, uniting stakeholders through various celebratory events and activities. For more information, please visit www.sp.edu.sg/sp70 or connect on social media platforms: Facebook and YouTube @SingaporePolytechnic and Instagram, TikTok and Telegram at @SingaporePoly.

About Qualcomm Academy

Qualcomm Academy is the educational and training branch of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. Please see below for a brief overview of what we offer:

• Flexible Learning: All courses are taught through our eLearning format, so participants may learn online and at their own pace. We can also set up live in-person or virtual training for groups of at least 15 employees.
• Learn from the Experts: All courses are taught by industry-leading engineers from Qualcomm Technologies.
• Diverse Course Portfolio: We offer a wide range of 5G and other courses for engineers and non-engineers of all levels.

Start learning today at academy.qualcomm.com or email us at academy@qti.qualcomm.com.