CENTER OF EXCELLENCE FOR AMAZON WEB SERVICES
Amazon Web Services (AWS) offers a highly reliable, scalable, and low-cost cloud infrastructure platform that supports hundreds of thousands of businesses in 190 countries worldwide, with data centers in the U.S., Europe, Brazil, Singapore, Japan, and Australia.
The AWS Academy program is designed to provide higher education institutions with a comprehensive curriculum that helps students develop in-demand cloud computing skills and prepare for industry-recognized AWS certifications. The program includes in-class instruction, hands-on labs, online knowledge assessments, and project work. Obtaining an AWS certification significantly benefits students by validating their knowledge and proficiency in cloud computing, making them more competitive in the job market and opening doors to various career opportunities across industries.
AWS certifications are globally recognized and align with industry standards, leading to higher earning potential and increased credibility with employers. By working toward an AWS certification, students gain practical, hands-on experience with AWS services and tools, which enhances their problem-solving and critical thinking skills? This preparation also keeps them updated with the latest cloud technologies and industry best practices.
Furthermore, students who achieve AWS certification gain access to a vast community of certified professionals, fostering valuable networking opportunities with industry experts and peers. This network can provide mentorship, advice, and collaboration opportunities, further enhancing career prospects.
Additionally, the demand for cloud professionals is projected to grow rapidly as businesses continue to adopt cloud solutions, making AWS-certified individuals particularly well-positioned for future job security and growth.
List of Activities Conducted
| S.No. | Academic Year | Date | Name of the Programme | Resource Person Detail | Beneficiary Detail | ||
| Nature of Participants | Student Strength | Faculty Strength | |||||
| 1. | 2023 – 2024 | 04th March to 9th March 2024 | Amazon Web Services Cloud Architecture | Mr. G. Karthikeyan, AWS Educator, Chennai. | III CSE | 58 | – |
| 2. | 2021 – 2022 | 27th December to 31st December 2021 | Amazon Web Services Cloud Practitioner and Architecture | Mr. Aravind Raj | III CSE | 50 | – |
| 3. | 2019 – 2020 | 12th August to 16th August 2019 | Amazon Web Services Cloud Practitioner | Ms. D. Kamatchi Devi | IV CSE & IV ECE | 50 | – |