From Learners to Innovators: Inside Cadence’s Certified Training Partner Program

The news is replete with stories of a global shortage of engineers, which is only getting more acute. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics projections, by 2032, US STEM occupations will grow by about 1 million. Additionally, several governments and international organizations have realized the importance of developing their own chip industries to reduce reliance on a global supply chain. Not only does setting up a chip industry require a highly trained workforce, it also requires new engineering graduates to become productive faster by quickly bridging the gap between academic knowledge and industry-standard state-of-the-art tools, technologies, and design methodologies.

Cadence Training Partner Certification

To bridge the gap, Cadence has created a program to certify third-party companies as Training Partners. At the heart of the partner program lies a shared vision: to create a supportive ecosystem that helps students bridge the gap between academia and industry. To be considered for the Cadence-certified training partner program, the partners must have a track record of teaching and placing students. They must have already developed high-quality courses and have taught students.

(Left to right: B.K. Shivaprasad, Johnson Peter, Venugopal D Kulkarni, Dr. Mamidi Nagaraju, Navaneethakrishnan Veerachamy, Prabha Bhaktharam of Cadence, Mehta S.D.)

Entuple Technologies

Cadence has partnered with Entuple Technologies of Bengaluru, India, a company renowned for its high-quality training solutions, as an ideal conduit for disseminating knowledge and empowering aspiring early-career engineers. The Cadence Training Partner Program certifies both the training partner and the students upon completing the prescribed requirements.

Entuple Technologies is the first Cadence-certified training partner in all five of the technology areas currently offered by Cadence: Digital Physical Design, Synthesis and Static Timing Analysis, Signoff Timing and Power Analysis, Simulation, Coverage Debug, and Languages and Methodologies. By leveraging their respective strengths, the companies have created a unique training experience that imparts domain knowledge and fosters a spirit of innovation among the learners.

Scott Hargraves, group director, Education Services, Cadence, stated, “We are excited to collaborate with Entuple Technologies as a Cadence-certified training partner to provide training that will educate students in the fundamentals of electronic design and integrate Cadence’s cutting-edge software and methodologies into the curriculum.”

And, Mehta S.D., the founder and director of Entuple Technologies, commented, “We are honored by our association with a global leader in EDA, Cadence, as a channel partner for nearly a decade. This prestigious recognition as the first Cadence-certified training partner underscores our commitment to strengthen the engineering and academic communities with cutting-edge technology products and training programs.”

Unlocking Success with Certification Badges

Acknowledging achievements is vital in any learning journey. The Cadence Training Partner program introduces badges in key technology areas to motivate students and provide recognition of their accomplishments. Once earned, these badges can be shared on social media as symbols of excellence. The badges validate the students’ knowledge and skills, making them more attractive to potential employers.

Impact on the Industry

The Cadence Training Partner program will accelerate the emergence of a skilled talent pool equipped with knowledge of the latest tools and methodologies, which will contribute to accelerating product development cycles, reducing time-to-market, and improving overall design quality.

The collaboration between Cadence and Entuple Technologies exemplifies how cooperation and knowledge sharing can drive excellence. The program strives to create a thriving community of engineers who continue pushing innovation’s boundaries by equipping professionals with the necessary skills and recognition for their accomplishments.