Hands-On Practical Learning
Give students opportunities to apply technical concepts through guided exercises and lab activities.
What Is Digilabs Virtual Lab Platform?
Digilabs is a technology-driven learning platform from STAR Systems that helps educational institutions deliver practical, industry-aligned technical education through virtual labs and connected digital learning solutions.
The platform is designed to give students opportunities to apply theoretical knowledge through guided lab activities, practical exercises, and technology-focused learning experiences.
By supporting cloud-based lab access and structured learning workflows, Digilabs helps institutions provide students with opportunities to practise technical skills beyond traditional classroom instruction.
Why Choose Digilabs?
Cloud-Based Lab Access
Support access to configured virtual lab environments through compatible devices and internet connectivity.
Industry-Aligned Skills
Build practical knowledge in technologies relevant to modern IT and digital careers.
Flexible Learning Experiences
Support learning activities across suitable cloud-based and campus-based environments.
Structured Learning Paths
Organize lab exercises and learning activities around course objectives and student progress.
Institution-Focused Solutions
Support educators and institutions in integrating practical technology learning into academic programmes.
Virtual Labs on IBM Cloud
Bring Cloud Technology into the Classroom
Digilabs supports hands-on technology learning through virtual lab environments associated with IBM Cloud. These environments help students explore cloud technologies and practise technical skills through structured lab activities.
Instead of relying solely on conventional computer laboratories, institutions can introduce cloud-based practical exercises that align with their courses, technology curriculum, and learning objectives.
Virtual Labs on IBM Cloud can support practical exploration of cloud infrastructure, application development, deployment workflows, and other suitable technical topics, depending on the lab configuration.
Benefits of IBM Cloud-Based Virtual Labs
Accessible Learning Environments
Enable learners to access supported lab environments remotely, subject to their account permissions, connectivity, and institutional configuration.
Practical Cloud Experience
Help students understand cloud concepts by working through practical activities and technology-focused exercises.
Flexible Lab Delivery
Support organized lab sessions for different courses, student groups, and learning requirements.
Reduced Local Setup Requirements
Provide browser-accessible lab experiences where supported, helping reduce the need to install and configure every required tool on individual student devices.
Industry-Relevant Learning
Give students opportunities to develop technical familiarity with cloud platforms and modern IT workflows.
Hands On Cloud Labs for Real-World Skills
Learn by Doing, Not Just by Studying
Technical skills develop through practice. Hands On Cloud Labs help learners move beyond theoretical concepts by providing opportunities to experiment, solve problems, and apply what they learn.
Digilabs is designed to support practical technology education through lab-based activities that complement classroom teaching and academic coursework.
Students can build familiarity with modern technologies while educators organize exercises around course outcomes and industry-relevant skills.
Explore Emerging Technology Domains
Learn by doing, not just by studying. Move beyond theoretical concepts with guided lab activities.
Cloud Computing
Understand cloud infrastructure, deployment concepts, and cloud-based application environments through practical activities.
Artificial Intelligence & ML
Explore AI and machine learning concepts through suitable guided exercises, tools, and configured lab environments.
Data Science & Analytics
Practise data handling, analysis, visualization, and related technical concepts through structured activities.
Cybersecurity
Learn security fundamentals, explore defensive techniques, and practise appropriate security exercises in authorized labs.
Programming & Development
Develop coding skills, test application logic, and gain practical experience with relevant development tools.
Emerging Technologies
Explore suitable learning activities involving IoT, robotics, and other specialized domains based on the catalogue.
Virtual and Physical Labs: A Connected Learning Experience
Combine Digital Flexibility with Hands-On Campus Practice
Modern technical education benefits from more than one type of laboratory experience. Virtual labs provide flexible software-based practice, while physical labs allow students to interact directly with hardware, equipment, and real-world systems.
Virtual Labs
- Access supported software-based lab environments remotely.
- Practise cloud computing, programming, and other technical subjects.
- Repeat exercises in suitable configured environments.
- Support flexible learning schedules and guided coursework.
- Introduce practical learning without requiring dedicated physical equipment for every software-focused activity.
Physical Labs
- Work directly with hardware and specialized equipment.
- Perform experiments that require physical interaction.
- Develop practical familiarity with real-world systems and devices.
- Complement digital learning with supervised laboratory activities.
Why a Hybrid Lab Model Matters
A combined approach allows institutions to choose the right learning environment for each activity. Students can develop foundational concepts through virtual exercises and then apply relevant knowledge in physical laboratories when equipment-based practice is necessary.
This approach can help universities create a more adaptable learning ecosystem that supports different subjects, teaching methods, and student needs.
A Virtual Lab Platform Built for Educational Institutions
Digilabs is designed to support the practical learning needs of students, faculty, and academic institutions.
For Students
Build practical technical skills through guided lab exercises and technology-focused learning activities. Develop familiarity with tools and workflows that complement academic coursework and career preparation.
For Faculty
Enhance classroom instruction with structured practical exercises. Organize lab activities around course requirements and help students connect theoretical concepts with hands-on application.
For Universities and Colleges
Introduce scalable approaches to practical technology education. Explore cloud-based labs, virtual learning environments, and complementary campus-based solutions according to institutional requirements.
For Training and Innovation Centres
Support technical workshops, practical demonstrations, skill-development programmes, and suitable project-based learning initiatives.
How Digilabs Works
A simple, structured process to help your institution deliver hands-on, industry-relevant learning experiences.
1
Identify Learning Requirements
Define your institution's subjects, course objectives, student requirements, and preferred lab environments.
2
Configure the Lab Environment
Select suitable lab activities and configure the required access, resources, and learning workflows.
3
Provide Student Access
Enable authorized students and faculty to access the relevant lab environments using the configured platform.
4
Practise and Experiment
Students work through lab exercises, explore technical concepts, and apply their knowledge in practical scenarios.
5
Review Learning Progress
Use available assessment, course-management, or progress-tracking capabilities where enabled to support teaching and evaluation.
6
Expand Practical Learning
Adapt lab activities and introduce additional technology domains as course requirements and institutional needs evolve.
Why Choose Digilabs for Hands-On Cloud Learning?
Choosing the right virtual lab platform can help institutions make practical technology education more accessible and organized.
Digilabs brings together cloud-based lab experiences and digital learning capabilities to support institutions working to strengthen practical skill development.
Practical, Technology-Focused Learning
Connect theoretical knowledge with hands-on activities.
Flexible Lab Delivery
Support suitable cloud-based learning environments alongside campus-based activities.
Industry-Aligned Curriculum Support
Organize lab experiences around current technology subjects and course requirements.
Institution-Centred Approach
Align lab delivery with academic objectives and institutional needs.
Connected Digital Learning
Explore opportunities to complement labs with learning management, assessments, and other educational tools where available.
A Foundation for Future Skills
Help students develop technical familiarity and practical confidence through experiential learning.
Start Your Hands-On Learning Journey
Discover how Digilabs can help your institution deliver practical technology education through cloud-based labs and connected learning experiences.
Get in touch with our team to explore the right virtual lab solution for your institution.
