Mapúa University, a renowned educational institution in the Philippines, has teamed up with Altair, a global leader in computational science and artificial intelligence (AI), to enhance the Altair Global Academic Program and drive digital transformation and research initiatives. This collaboration marks the beginning of a strategic partnership that aims to revolutionize the educational landscape of Mapúa University and its subsidiaries.
Altair’s powerful software solution, RapidMiner, will play a pivotal role in transforming the learning experience at Mapúa University. This cutting-edge technology will enable students to explore the realms of digital twin, AI, machine learning, physics simulations, high-performance computing (HPC), and data science, among other fields. By incorporating these technologies into the curriculum, Mapúa University aims to produce top-tier professionals who can fill the global skills gap.
Srirangam Srirangarajan, the Managing Director for the ASEAN and ANZ regions at Altair, expressed his belief in the power of academia to drive societal transformation through technology. He emphasized the importance of this collaboration in upskilling engineers, fostering academic excellence, promoting innovation, and facilitating industry collaboration. By utilizing Altair’s portfolio of advanced technologies, Mapúa University aims to establish its regional and global presence in the academic and research spheres.
In a groundbreaking development, Mapúa University has become the first educational institution in the Philippines to possess a private, managed cloud infrastructure, thanks to its partnership with Altair. This state-of-the-art infrastructure will create an ideal environment for experiential and research-based learning. Students will have access to best-in-class software, compute infrastructure, industry-ready tutorials, and workshops conducted by industry experts. The establishment of a Center of Excellence (CoE) certification program will further enhance students’ competitive advantage in the job market and prepare them for student competitions, research publications, and the development of new vocational courses.
Dr. Dodjie S. Maestrecampo, the President and CEO of Mapúa University, highlighted the institution’s commitment to providing graduates with digital skills and preparing them for a future transformed by intelligent technologies. With its rich 99-year legacy and excellent undergraduate programs, Mapúa University is a globally recognized leader in education. By collaborating with Altair and embracing its Global Academic Program, the university will be able to further enhance its research, innovation, and student development initiatives.
Mapúa University’s aspirations for global visibility and increased value proposition for students align perfectly with Altair’s expertise and resources. Altair’s Global Academic Program offers comprehensive support for curriculum development, student competitions, research publications, and event presentations. Moreover, the program provides access to innovative licensing and self-paced and tutor-led training content on various contemporary subjects, offering both students and trainers a unique and differentiated learning experience.
The collaboration between Mapúa University and Altair was initiated during the Dean’s convention at Mindanao in 2023. Altair’s team presented an extensive overview of their digital transformation and digital twin technologies to Dr. Dodjie Maestrecampo, the university’s President. Their goal was to provide students across the university and its subsidiaries with a competitive edge and enhanced value proposition.
As Mapúa University aims to achieve higher global recognition, attract top-quality teaching staff, improve its QS rankings, and entice more students, the collaboration with Altair is expected to play a vital role. By establishing a cutting-edge technology sandbox and fostering industrial collaborations and incubation projects, the university will be well-positioned to create a conducive environment for product and solution design simulations.
Overall, the strategic collaboration between Mapúa University and Altair marks a significant milestone in the educational landscape of the Philippines. With Altair’s advanced technologies and expertise, along with Mapúa University’s legacy of excellence, this partnership promises to revolutionize education, foster innovation, and produce top-tier professionals equipped with the skills to thrive in a rapidly evolving world driven by intelligent technologies.
