It is a training initiative that provides technical professionals with the skills necessary to use the tools and methodologies of modern data centers
Vertiv (NYSE: VRT), a global leader in critical digital infrastructure, has partnered with the University of Applied Sciences Zagreb (TVZ) to launch a new specialist program in Data Center Design within the Department of Electrical Engineering. The program is designed to open up new professional growth paths for participants in the data center sector and prepare them to become protagonists of Croatia's (and Europe's) digital future. It is a strategic initiative to promote university education and respond to the growing demand for qualified professionals in the expanding digital infrastructure market. Registrations are open for the course which started in February.
The Data Center Design program aims to provide participants with an in-depth understanding of the key technical aspects of data center design and optimization, with a focus on power systems. Through hands-on exercises, the use of software tools and the resolution of real-world engineering problems, participants can acquire the skills necessary to design, implement and maintain systems that meet the highest standards of energy efficiency and safety in today's industrial sectors.
Led by full professor Dr. Stjepan Tvorić, head of the Department of Electrical Engineering, the program was developed in accordance with current industry requirements and the latest technologies used in critical digital infrastructures. Thanks to the close collaboration with Vertiv, the program offers students direct access to experts in electrical engineering, data center infrastructure and power systems, advanced technologies and practical knowledge gained from real projects. The program is aimed at electrical engineers and professionals in the electrical sector or related technical fields who wish to deepen their skills. The program places emphasis on technical competence, analytical skills and the use of modern computer-aided design (CAD) and engineering tools.
Dr. Tvorić said: "We are happy to have inaugurated the Data Center Design program at the Department of Electrical Engineering, developed in close collaboration with Vertiv, one of the world leaders in the field of digital infrastructure. Thanks to this initiative, our participants will be able to get up close and personal with real industrial processes and the most advanced technologies used in modern data centers. Collaborating with Vertiv means being involved in debates on current engineering challenges, using real project examples and case studies, and implementing tools and methods required by the industry Today, participants will gain skills that are highly sought after in the job market, from designing power and cooling systems to optimizing infrastructure in line with today's standards. We believe that programs based on real-world industry knowledge and experience play a critical role in preparing the next generation of professionals who will shape the future of electronic and IT infrastructure.
Program participants will design electrical installations and power systems using CAD tools and gain hands-on installation and maintenance experience. The program is entirely funded by adult education vouchers from Croatian Employment Service (HZZ) as part of the Croatian national education initiative, making it accessible to suitable candidates who wish to improve their skills to undertake in-demand career paths.
Vedran Brzić, vice president for infrastructure solutions for EMEA at Vertiv, underlined the importance of the initiative, saying: "Vertiv and the Zagreb University of Applied Sciences have established a close, long-term collaboration through various joint projects. One of the key achievements is the launch of a data center design studio in Rugvica, which gives students real-world experience that can be put to good use in this rapidly growing sector. We are also proud to employ qualified alumni of TVZ, including at our production facility in Rugvica, capitalizing on local talent. Furthermore, we are seeing strong demand for data center professionals across all sectors and this initiative helps students acquire the skills needed to meet that demand.”
