Industry 4.0 - Emerging Technologies in the Manufacturing Industry

Education facts

Code: INT600

This course covers Industry 4.0 and the industrial paradigms that have driven digitization and automation in manufacturing.<br> As at student you will explore the evolution from mechanization to smart manufacturing systems, analyzing the forces behind digital transformation. Key digitalization technologies are covered including Virtual Factory and Digital Twins for system simulation and optimization, Internet of Things (IoT) for connectivity and data collection, and Big Data and Artificial Intelligence for analytics and process optimization. Cybersecurity considerations are integrated throughout due to increased connectivity requirements. The course uses case studies from various industries to examine implementation approaches and outcomes. Upon completion, you will understand digitalization technologies and their scientific foundations, identify improvement opportunities in manufacturing processes using Industry 4.0 technologies, and evaluate the suitability of different digital approaches for industrial applications. The course combines theoretical instruction with practical exercises to prepare students for roles in manufacturing engineering, digital transformation, and technology implementation. ### Industry and academia This course has been developed in collaboration with industry within the framework of one of our educational projects. The project aims to provide advanced level courses to a mix of students and professionals in order to strengthen the competitiveness of Swedish industry. We apply validation of work experience to see if you have skills that correspond to the eligibility requirements for the course. Don't forget to attach your curriculum vitae if you are applying based on work experience, the form is available on our website [www.hv.se/produktionskurser](<https://www.hv.se/link/6370bd6f4ebf487e9ee1d9f59795bc53.aspx>).

Entry requirements

Academic degree of at least 180 ECTS within Engineering and/or Technology or​ Passed courses of at least 40 ECTS in the main field of study within Engineering and/or Technology and at least one year of work experience in the manufacturing industry or​ At least four years of work experience in the manufacturing industry. Equivalent to the Swedish upper secondary course English 6.

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• Industry 4.0 - Emerging Technologies in the Manufacturing Industry

  University West

  Web-based distance learning

  Start date: 15 March 2027

  End date: 25 April 2027

  Pace of study: 30 %