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Vocational training events
In alignment with Sustainable Development Goal 4, Qassim University is dedicated to driving regional economic development and personal empowerment through accessible lifelong learning programs, vocational training, and executive education. Open to non-university students and the general public, these short courses and specialized training sessions are specifically tailored to equip local professionals, job seekers, and community members with actionable skills and industry-relevant expertise. By bridging academia and the workforce without the prerequisite of full-time degree enrollment, Qassim University actively enhances local employability, fosters entrepreneurial mindsets, and supports continuous professional growth to meet the evolving demands of today’s market.
Professional Short Program in Introduction to Smart Manufacturing
Qassim university provides a comprehensive public executive short course tailored for engineers, industrial technicians, and external technical professionals. It provides hands-on practical training covering smart manufacturing principles, industrial automation workflows, equipment optimization, and real-world productivity enhancements to bridge theoretical concepts with workplace application.
Vocational Training in Energy Efficiency Basics
Qassim university offers an open-access technical training program aimed at the general public, workforce participants, and facilities managers. It focuses on practical energy efficiency applications across industrial settings and commercial facilities, designed to significantly reduce energy consumption, lower environmental impacts, and align organizational practices with long-term national sustainability goals.
Executive Technical Course in Solar Cell Manufacturing Technologies
Qassim University organizes a specialized non-degree vocational program open to external professionals and industry practitioners. The curriculum provides an in-depth exploration of advanced solar cell design, semiconductor materials, precision fabrication techniques, high-efficiency grid integration, and addresses real-world scaling and technical challenges through case studies.
Specialized Training Program for Teachers of the School for Gifted Students in Advanced Industries
As part of supporting Public resources (lifelong learning), Qassim University hosted a specialized professional development and capacity-building program to Provide free access to educational resources for those not studying at the university. This initiative opens university instructional expertise, advanced training modules, and educational workshops to local school teachers beyond campus, empowering external educators with continuous learning tools and advanced industrial knowledge.
The Ninth Summer Club Activities Conclusion
As part of supporting Public resources (lifelong learning), Qassim University organized and hosted the 9th Summer Club, which is explicitly designed to Provide free access to educational resources for those not studying at the university. This initiative grants external youth, local school students, and community members free access to educational facilities, scientific modules, sports activities, and structured learning workshops beyond campus, fostering community-wide lifelong learning and skill development
Summer Club Scientific Programs and Specialized Visits
Demonstrating active support for Public resources (lifelong learning), Qassim University hosted open scientific and educational sessions during the summer club to Provide free access to educational resources for those not studying at the university. External participants and young community members were given free access to campus learning spaces, educational demonstrations, computer labs, and interactive lectures designed to enhance lifelong skills and scientific literacy.
Training program: "Quality and Safety of Food Produced Inside Homes"
A 5-day community training program providing free access to practical workshops and educational guidance on food safety and household production.
Voluntary briefings and practical workshops on combating the red palm weevil (#For_Our_Palm_Trees)
A community initiative providing free lectures, practical workshops, and scientific learning resources for over 200 participants on agricultural pest control.
Workshops at the University's Technical Career Day
Free career and technical workshops provide non-university learners and job seekers with access to skills development resources and practical training.
Workshop: "Dust Storm Preparedness Course"
An environmental educational workshop offering practical knowledge, technical resources, and training on the concept of dust storms, their natural and human causes, and the use of monitoring and forecasting tools for dust storms
Workshop: "Workflow of composting and organic fertilizer and its use in producing organic products"
A workshop providing free educational resources and technical skills instruction in the concept of compost and organic fertilizer and their importance in improving soil and increasing production..
Environmental training and capacity building
Educational workshops to clarify methods for preserving biodiversity in nature reserves and classifying endangered species and identify natural and anthropogenic sources of air pollution
Workshop: «Start Your Project with Confidence» to introduce entrepreneurs to banking solutions
The Al-Qassim University, represented by the Center for Innovation and Intellectual Property, in cooperation with the General Authority for Small and Medium Enterprises (Manats) and the First Bank, held a workshop titled «Start Your Project with Confidence: Banking Options and Solutions for Entrepreneurs,» at the Code Lab at the university, with the participation of a number of entrepreneurs and those interested in establishing and developing pioneering projects.
Innovation Incubator: "Citizenship and the Promotion of Innovation"
An educational Innovation Incubator providing community resources on civic responsibility, creative problem solving, and national innovation.
Workshop: "innovation impact engagement"
A technology-focused workshop offering public learning resources and skills training in digital tools and technological innovation.
Training Courses in Environmental Monitoring and Network Analysis for Achieving Sustainable Development
Educational training courses aimed at highlighting the importance of environmental monitoring, distinguishing between types of environmental data, and methods for collecting and analyzing them. They clarify the role of environmental maps in achieving sustainable development and introduce network analysis and its contribution to achieving sustainable road infrastructure. Target Audience: Professionals in urban and environmental planning fields.
Training Courses on Environmental Impact and Awareness
Educational training courses aimed at implementing strategies for public environmental impact, clarifying the basic concepts of environmental awareness, distinguishing between different levels of environmental awareness, and explaining environmental risk factors and their impact on human health.
Workshop: "Rationalizing Energy Consumption in Government Agencies"
A sustainability workshop offering educational resources, technical guidelines, and practical training on energy efficiency for public sector workers and the community.
Cybersecurity Fundamentals & Network Protection (Professional Certification Course)
This short professional development and micro-credential course is open to adult learners seeking job-skilling or career transitions. Topics cover fundamental security architecture, threat analysis, and digital asset defense aligned with global industry standards (CompTIA Security+).
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His Excellency the President of the State Security, Professor Abdulaziz bin Mohammed Al-Howairini, and His Excellency the President of Qassim University, Professor Dr. Abdulrahman bin Hamad Al-Dawood, signed a Memorandum of Cooperation between the State Security Presidency and the University on Sunday evening, at the Presidency's headquarters in Riyadh. This cooperation aims to provide university training and educational programs for inmates of the General Investigations prisons, stemming from the university's role and scientific mission [...]
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