I E 5064 - Fundamentals of Smart Manufacturing and Digital Transformation

Course Description

The goal of this course is to provide foundational definitions and concepts in Smart Manufacturing to help manufacturers better use their data and start a journey of digital transformation. The digital transformation requires the participation of an entire enterprise, therefore all currently employed manufacturing professionals ranging from managers to engineers will benefit from this introductory overview. This course is designed for individuals with experience in traditional manufacturing who want to lead improvements by making better use of data and creating a culture of data driven decisions
Learning Objectives:
1. Define key ideas in Smart Manufacturing in context of Industry 4.0
2. Explain the importance and value of data in a modern enterprise
3. Describe data networks and architecture in a modern automation pyramid
4. Follow a systematic process for data driven decision making
5. Explain the value and uses of a digital twin and digital thread
6. List steps and industry recommendations for approaching digital transformation
Fundamentals of Smart Manufacturing and Digital Transformation:
•    Session 1: Smart Manufacturing Definitions and the Importance of Data
    Smart Manufacturing (Industry 4.0) definitions and terminology
    The importance of data in modern manufacturing
    Effective data architecture for digital readiness
    Date: Thursday, February 6, 2025
    Time: 11:30 am – 1:15 PM
•    Session 2: Data Driven Decision Making and Digital Transformation (1.5 hours)
    The data driven decision process
    Developing digital twins and a digital thread
    Approaching digital transformation
    Date: Thursday, February 11, 2025
    Time: 11:30 am – 1:15 PM

Free to all registrants
Zoom link to access the webinar will be provided via email for those that have registered.