PS15 Module 2: Industrial Tech and Smart Manufacturing

Course: Applied Technologies for Leaders

Welcome to Module 2 of the Patchskill course Applied Technologies for Leaders, titled Industrial Tech and Smart Manufacturing. This module is coded PS15m2.

This module consists of 6 sections, and each section has 5 lessons – a total of 30 short lessons that take 3–5 minutes each. You can listen to them as audio files on your phone or computer, read them on screen, or download the full module book as a PDF via the link on this page.

To make learning more engaging, you can collect badges and certificates by completing the quizzes connected to each lesson. We also recommend working with a learning partner – discussing the dilemmas in each lesson helps you reflect more deeply and retain knowledge longer.

About this module: Factories are moving from reactive to predictive. Robotics, predictive maintenance, and Industry 4.0 technologies raise productivity, cut downtime, and streamline supply chains. This module explains how industrial automation enhances competitiveness, efficiency, and resilience. With real-world examples, you will learn how connected systems and data-driven processes transform operations and create long-term strategic advantage.

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Section 1: Industry 4.0 Fundamentals

01 Understanding Industry 4.0: Key technologies and their business impacts.
Lesson 1 of 5 within section Section 1: Industry 4.0 Fundamentals. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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02 Connected Factories: Integrating production systems digitally.
Lesson 2 of 5 within section Section 1: Industry 4.0 Fundamentals. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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03 Smart Production Lines: Enhancing efficiency with intelligent automation.
Lesson 3 of 5 within section Section 1: Industry 4.0 Fundamentals. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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04 Digital Twins: Virtualizing assets for predictive insights.
Lesson 4 of 5 within section Section 1: Industry 4.0 Fundamentals. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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05 Industry 4.0 Strategy: Practical planning for digital transformation.
Lesson 5 of 5 within section Section 1: Industry 4.0 Fundamentals. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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Section 2: Robotics in Manufacturing

06 Collaborative Robotics: Enhancing workforce productivity safely.
Lesson 1 of 5 within section Section 2: Robotics in Manufacturing. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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07 Autonomous Robots: Optimizing production flexibility.
Lesson 2 of 5 within section Section 2: Robotics in Manufacturing. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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08 Robotics ROI: Evaluating the real cost-benefits.
Lesson 3 of 5 within section Section 2: Robotics in Manufacturing. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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09 Robotics and Human Work: Navigating workforce changes strategically.
Lesson 4 of 5 within section Section 2: Robotics in Manufacturing. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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10 Robotics Security: Protecting automated processes from cyber risks.
Lesson 5 of 5 within section Section 2: Robotics in Manufacturing. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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Section 3: Predictive Maintenance and Reliability

11 Maintenance Transformation: Shifting from reactive to predictive.
Lesson 1 of 5 within section Section 3: Predictive Maintenance and Reliability. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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12 IoT in Predictive Maintenance: Real-time monitoring to reduce downtime.
Lesson 2 of 5 within section Section 3: Predictive Maintenance and Reliability. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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13 Condition Monitoring Analytics: Data-driven decisions to protect assets.
Lesson 3 of 5 within section Section 3: Predictive Maintenance and Reliability. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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14 Cost-Benefit Analysis: Predictive maintenance’s financial case.
Lesson 4 of 5 within section Section 3: Predictive Maintenance and Reliability. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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15 Reliability Leadership: Integrating predictive approaches effectively.
Lesson 5 of 5 within section Section 3: Predictive Maintenance and Reliability. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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Section 4: Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS)

16 CPS Integration: Real-world connectivity for competitive advantage.
Lesson 1 of 5 within section Section 4: Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS). You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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17 Sensor Networks: Enhancing operational visibility.
Lesson 2 of 5 within section Section 4: Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS). You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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18 Real-time Decision Making: Responding faster to production data.
Lesson 3 of 5 within section Section 4: Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS). You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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19 CPS Security: Safeguarding interconnected operations.
Lesson 4 of 5 within section Section 4: Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS). You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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20 Operational Efficiency Gains: Measuring CPS impact clearly.
Lesson 5 of 5 within section Section 4: Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS). You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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Section 5: Smart Supply Chain Management

21 Supply Chain Digitization: Enhancing visibility and responsiveness.
Lesson 1 of 5 within section Section 5: Smart Supply Chain Management. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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22 Blockchain in Supply Chains: Transparent and secure transactions.
Lesson 2 of 5 within section Section 5: Smart Supply Chain Management. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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23 Real-time Inventory Management: Reducing waste and cost.
Lesson 3 of 5 within section Section 5: Smart Supply Chain Management. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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24 Smart Logistics: Optimizing transport and distribution.
Lesson 4 of 5 within section Section 5: Smart Supply Chain Management. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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25 Sustainable Supply Chains: Leveraging tech for environmental goals.
Lesson 5 of 5 within section Section 5: Smart Supply Chain Management. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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Section 6: Strategic Industrial Innovation

26 Innovation Culture in Manufacturing: Leading effective change.
Lesson 1 of 5 within section Section 6: Strategic Industrial Innovation. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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27 Scaling Industrial Innovations: From pilot projects to global deployment.
Lesson 2 of 5 within section Section 6: Strategic Industrial Innovation. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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28 Industry Partnerships: Strategic alliances for tech adoption.
Lesson 3 of 5 within section Section 6: Strategic Industrial Innovation. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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29 Industrial Tech Investment: Risk management and strategic decision-making.
Lesson 4 of 5 within section Section 6: Strategic Industrial Innovation. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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30 Future Manufacturing Trends: Leading proactively through change.
Lesson 5 of 5 within section Section 6: Strategic Industrial Innovation. You must enroll in this course to access course content.
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