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Digital Factories, 6 Higher education credits

Digitala fabriker, 6 Högskolepoäng

Established: 2024-05-14

Established by: Department of Engineering Science

Applies from: H24

Learning outcomes

The student should be able to demonstrate

• knowledge and understanding of virtual factories.
• understanding database systems coupled with simulation software.
• understanding the concept of Industry 4.0 and 5.0 and summarizing its advantages and disadvantages.

Entry requirements

Degree of Bachelor of Science in computer engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering or Industrial Engineering and Management. Additionally the Bachelor of Science degree must be comprised of a minimum of 5 HE credits in programming and 15 HE credits in mathematics. Verified knowledge of English corresponding to the course English B/English 6 in the Swedish Upper Secondary School (high school) or equivalent.

General entry requirements and approved result from the following course/courses:

SMA700-Simulation of Automated Production and

SST600-Sensor technology or the equivalent.

The forms of assessment of student performance

A written individual exam. Laboratory work in groups with individual written presentation. Laboratory work in groups with individual oral presentation.

Course contents

This course starts with an overview of Industry 4.0 and 5.0 and the various paradigms that have occurred historically, as well as the fundamentals that have led to increased digitization and automation. Following this, common digitalization techniques, how they work, and examples of applications are discussed. Examples of techniques include the Virtual Factory and Digital Twins, Internet of Things, Big Data and AI, Cybersecurity, VR and AR.

Other regulations

Course grading: F/Fx/E/D/C/B/A - Insufficient, Insufficient- more work required before the credit can be awarded, Sufficient, Satisfactory, Good, Very Good, Excellent

Course language: The teaching is conducted in English.

General rules pertaining to examination at University West are available at www.hv.se.

If the student has a decision/recommendation on special support due to disability, the examiner has the right to examine the student in a customized examination form.

Cycle

Second cycle

Progressive specialization

A1F - second cycle, has second-cycle course/s as entry requirements

Main field of study

Automation, Production Technology