Implementing digitalisation in WBL in Industry 4.0/5.0
4 hours, of which:
- 1,5 hours of face-to-face learning
- 2 hours of self-directed learning
- 0,5 hour for assessment
Internet connection
Digital device (smartphone, tablet or PC)
Writing material to take notes (e.g., writing software or notebook/pen)
This unit is designed to provide learners with an understanding on how to leverage digitalisation in work-based learning (WBL) to support Industry 4.0/5.0 initiatives. To achieve this goal, the following topics are addressed: introduction to Industry 4.0/5.0 and digitalisation, WBL in Industry 4.0/5.0, implementing digitalisation in WBL, challenges and opportunities of digital transformation and best practices.
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Why the implementation of Industry 4.0 and 5.0 is revolutionary?
Industry 4.0 and 5.0 are terms used to describe the current and future stages of the industrial revolution, respectively. These stages represent a significant shift in the way that manufacturing and other industries operate, incorporating advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things (IoT), and automation. There are many reasons why the implementation of Industry 4.0 and 5.0 is so important, such as, e.g., increased efficiency - greater automation and data analysis, improved quality - machine learning, predictive maintenance, and real-time monitoring will identify and address quality issues before they become major problems, enhanced flexibility - enable companies to quickly adapt to changing market conditions and customer demands, better decision-making - companies can make more informed decisions, and improved safety - the use of advanced technologies such as robots and sensors can help reduce the risk of workplace accidents and injuries.
Industry 4.0, also known as the Fourth Industrial Revolution, refers to the integration of digital technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), big data analytics, and cloud computing into industrial processes. This integration enables factories and machines to be interconnected and communicate with each other, leading to increased efficiency, productivity, and flexibility in the manufacturing process.
Industry 5.0 is a newer concept that takes the integration of digital technologies to the next level by emphasising the importance of human-machine collaboration. This concept suggests that advanced technologies, such as robotics and AI, should be used to augment human capabilities rather than replace them. Industry 5.0 aims to create a more human-centered manufacturing process by combining the strengths of human creativity and problem-solving skills with the efficiency and precision of machines.
What is the role of WBL in Industry 4.0 and 5.0?
Work-based learning (WBL) can play an important role in both Industry 4.0 and Industry 5.0 by providing opportunities for workers to acquire the skills and knowledge needed to work with new and emerging technologies such as robotics, automation, and data analytics. This can be done through on-the-job training programmes, apprenticeships, and other forms of work-integrated learning that allow workers to gain hands-on experience with these technologies.
WBL can also help to bridge the skills gap by providing training and upskilling opportunities for workers who may be at risk of being displaced by automation.
Learners are asked to:
- outline the implementation of the DigComp framework in a WBL environment.
- This paper presents technics for supporting learning in the workplace.
library.educause.edu/~/media/files/library/2014/2/eli3034-pdf.pdf
- The following article identifies company’s cultures that help, or hinder digital transformation.
hbr.org/2015/08/the-company-cultures-that-help-or-hinder-digital-transformation
- In this article you can find the policy focus of the EU on Industry 5.0: “Industry 5.0 - Research and innovation - europa.eu”
research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/research-area/industrial-research-and-innovation/industry-50_en
- In the blog you can find the major differences between Industry 4.0 and 5.0: “What's the difference between Industry 4.0 and Industry 5.0?”
blog.isa.org/whats-the-difference-between-industry-40-industry-50
- By reading this article you can perceive the opportunities and challenges placed by Industry 5.0: “Industry 5.0 Implementation: Opportunities and Challenges In this article” indiachapter.in/index.php?/user/article/2/2/121
Industry 4.0: also known as the Fourth Industrial Revolution, refers to the integration of digital technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), big data analytics, and cloud computing into industrial processes. This integration enables factories and machines to be interconnected and communicate with each other, leading to increased efficiency, productivity, and flexibility in the manufacturing process.
Industry 5.0: is a newer concept that takes the integration of digital technologies to the next level by emphasising the importance of human-machine collaboration. This concept suggests that advanced technologies, such as robotics and AI, should be used to augment human capabilities rather than replace them. Industry 5.0 aims to create a more human-centered manufacturing process by combining the strengths of human creativity and problem-solving skills with the efficiency and precision of machines.
Work-based learning (WBL): is a form of education that involves practical training and work experience in a real-world setting. It provides students with opportunities to apply academic knowledge, gain new skills, and develop workplace readiness. WBL can take many forms, including internships, apprenticeships, co-ops, job shadowing, and service learning.
Elangovan, U. (2021). Industry 5.0: The Future of the Industrial Economy. CRC Press.
Pereira, R., Bianchi, I., & Rocha, Á. (2022). Digital technologies and transformation in business, industry and organisations. Springer Nature.
Schallmo, D. R. A., & Tidd, J. (2021). Digitalisation: approaches, case studies, and tools for strategy, transformation and implementation. Springer Nature.