Introduction to Industry 4.0 and its Core Elements

Course Summary

This course introduces the key concepts of Industry 4.0, its driving technologies, and core elements. Participants will gain knowledge of digital transformation in manufacturing, including industrial connectivity, automation, and integration of smart systems.

Methodology

  • Practical-based training
  • Competency based
  • Group work
  • Industry 4.0 ready teaching equipment
  • Individual and team skills development
  • Lecturers with extensive industry experience
  • Video presentations

Duration

3 days / 24 hours

Audience

Managerial and/or technical specialist position

Target Industry

Manufacturing Industry

Prerequisites

Working experience in the industrial automation/manufacturing industry

Course Outcomes

  • Basic introduction to Industry 4.0 and the development of the industrial revolution from Industry 1.0 to 4.0
  • Understanding of the core elements of Industry 4.0
  • Knowledge of the benefits of flexibility, versatility, modularity and decentralization of production control systems in manufacturing
  • Understanding the inter-connectivity of people, products, and machines and its impact on manufacturing process changes

Course Outline

Lesson 1: Development of the Industrial Revolution

  • Skill 1.1: Trace the evolution from Industry 1.0 to Industry 4.0

Lesson 2: Core Elements of Industry 4.0 – Manufacturing Execution System (MES)

  • Skill 2.1: Understand product identification with RFID systems
  • Skill 2.2: Explain vertical and horizontal integration
  • Skill 2.3: Understand machine-to-machine communication
  • Skill 2.4: Learn fundamentals of industrial network technology
  • Skill 2.5: Apply worker assistance using augmented reality

Lesson 3: Social-Technological Developments and Consequences

  • Skill 3.1: Analyse the impact of digitalisation on workforce and society

Lesson 4: Competence Development for Industry 4.0

  • Skill 4.1: Identify key skills and competencies required for Industry 4.0

Lesson 5: Change Management for Industry 4.0

  • Skill 5.1: Apply strategies for managing organisational change in digital transformation

Certification

Certificate of Completion will be awarded

MBOT CPD

15 credit hours

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