Course Highlights

Understand the Fourth Industrial Revolution and Its Impact on Modern Business


We are in the midst of a profound technological shift that is transforming how goods are produced and services are delivered. Industry 4.0 represents the current trend of automation and data exchange in manufacturing technologies, creating the Smart Factory. This concise and powerful course provides a clear, foundational understanding of the core concepts driving this revolution. You will learn to identify the key technologies of Industry 4.0 and comprehend their collective impact on efficiency, productivity, and the future of work, enabling you to participate in strategic conversations about digital transformation.


What You Will Learn

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Define Industry 4.0 and distinguish it from previous industrial revolutions.

  • Identify the Nine Pillar Technologies that form the foundation of Industry 4.0, from IoT and AI to additive manufacturing and big data analytics.

  • Understand the Concept of the Smart Factory and how cyber-physical systems create a connected production environment.

  • Recognize the Business Impact of these technologies on operational efficiency, supply chains, and business models.

  • Grasp the Future Implications for the workforce and the skills required in an increasingly automated landscape.

  • Articulate the Core Benefits of Industry 4.0 adoption, including mass customization and predictive maintenance.


Course Curriculum

The course is structured into three focused modules for rapid comprehension:

  • Module 1: The Fourth Industrial Revolution: From Mechanization to Cyber-Physical Systems

  • Module 2: The Core Technologies: A Breakdown of the Nine Pillars of Industry 4.0

  • Module 3: The Real-World Impact: Smart Factories, New Business Models, and the Future of Work


Who Is This Course For?

This course is essential for a wide range of professionals seeking to understand the future of industry, including:

  • Engineers, Technicians, and Operations Staff

  • Business Managers, Executives, and Strategy Planners

  • IT Professionals and Data Analysts

  • Students and Academics in engineering, business, and technology fields

  • Any professional looking to understand the digital transformation of industry


Prerequisites

There are no formal prerequisites for this course. It is designed as an introductory overview for all learners.


Course Features & Included Materials

  • Microlearning Format: Complete the essential 0.30 hours (18 minutes) of content efficiently.

  • Foundational Knowledge: Gain a clear, big-picture view of the technologies and principles driving modern industrial change.

  • Quick-Reference Guide: Access a downloadable infographic summarizing the nine pillar technologies of Industry 4.0.

  • Certificate of Completion: Earn a verifiable, with a unique ID and QR code, soft-copy certificate issued via the QCI training portal. Validate your achievement anytime at https://pathshala.qcin.org/.


Enroll Today and Future-Proof Your Understanding of Modern Industry!

Invest less than 20 minutes to grasp the concepts shaping the future of manufacturing and business. Gain the knowledge to navigate the Fourth Industrial Revolution with confidence.


For more information, please contact:

Rohit Varshney at rohit.varshney@qcin.org, Ph. 9773500376