The IT Training Academy is your go-to resource for learning the tools and systems that power life at KAUST. Whether you prefer to learn at your own pace or in a room with real people, we've got you covered: from step-by-step guides and video walkthroughs to hands-on sessions run throughout the year.
Looking for in-person training? Sessions are announced on the IT website homepage and via TheLENS.
Thousands of self-paced courses, right at your fingertips. LinkedIn Learning covers technology, business, leadership, and productivity: whether you're upskilling for your role or just curious about something new, there's something here for you.
Licenses are available through the KAUST HR Department. Contact the HR Help Desk to request access.
Access LinkedIn LearningKAUST is an active participant in the Microsoft Compass Program, which means our community gets a say in shaping the future of Microsoft 365. Think feedback sessions, early previews, and the occasional chance to test features before they go live.
Selected community members may be invited to participate in pilot programs, research activities, and technology evaluations.
Learn More About CompassFind guides, tutorials, and walkthroughs for the tools and services you use every day at KAUST. Not sure where to start? Browse by tool or topic below.
Core tools for documents, file sharing, scheduling, planning, and day-to-day collaboration.
Use Gmail, Drive, Docs, Meet, and other Google collaboration tools.
Collaboration, productivity, storage, and communication tools at KAUST.
Create scheduling pages and simplify appointment booking.
Track tasks, manage projects, and organize teamwork visually.
Store, sync, and securely share your files from anywhere.
Create team sites, manage documents, and collaborate effectively.
Tools for collecting information, automating processes, managing approvals, and building lightweight digital solutions.
Send, sign, and manage electronic signatures securely.
Create advanced forms, workflows, approvals, and integrations.
Create surveys, quizzes, registrations, and simple forms.
Build low-code business applications and digital solutions.
Automate repetitive tasks and build workflows across services.
Tools for meetings, calls, virtual events, presentations, polls, and asynchronous video communication.
Record and share asynchronous video updates and tutorials.
Meet, call, and collaborate using the KAUST Webex platform.
Host secure video meetings and collaborate using your KAUST Google account.
Learn how to host and manage virtual and hybrid events at KAUST.
Meet, chat, collaborate, and work together across KAUST.
Create live polls, Q&A sessions, quizzes, and audience engagement.
Host video meetings, webinars, and virtual collaboration sessions.
Specialized tools for managing web content, reporting, dashboards, and data insights.
