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A major challenge for Ireland transitioning to Industry 4.0 is the incredible complexity of delivering the skills necessary to design, develop, manage, and maintain these systems. Unlike the traditional specialised engineering roles, Equipment Systems Engineering (ESE) requires a broad range of knowledge across many engineering sectors, including programming, Information Technology Skills and Information Skills. As technology advances rapidly, the need for skilled professionals who can design and maintain complex equipment systems has never been greater. Our Professional Diploma in Equipment Systems Engineering (ESE) will enable those in key positions within their organisations and specialising in a particular area to gain a broader knowledge of the emerging technologies and equipment changing the marketplace in our manufacturing and other sectors. This programme has been developed to enable companies to be better informed about these new technologies as they create their own Industry 4.0 strategies. These skills will allow Ireland to maintain its lead position in high-tech manufacturing and become a significant player in the emerging global manufacturing support services market. It also has applications in broader areas such as farming, construction, infrastructure development, mining, and more. Show less

Semester 1:

Disruptive Innovation Sprints: Evaluation of disruptive and sustaining innovation solutions in the Industry 4.0 context.
Automated System Design: Overview of automation and mechatronics processes, including Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing concepts.
Semester 2:

Technology Trajectory Strategy: Evaluation of technology platforms and systems solutions for Industry 4.0 equipment systems.
System Integration: Introduction to sensors, Boolean logic, equipment actuators, and Industry 4.0 best practices for equipment procurement and operations.
Both Semesters:

Future Focused Professional Portfolio 1 & 2: Exploration of future technology, markets, and societal trends, and creation of an individual portfolio demonstrating reflective practice and discipline-specific knowledge.
Frequently Asked Questions:

Target Audience: Professionals involved in implementing Industry 4.0 systems, including process engineers, manufacturing systems engineers, and management roles.
Potential Roles: Qualified for participation in Industry 4.0 systems project teams and informing organizational strategies and approaches to Industry 4.0 implementation.
Ideal Fit: Medium to large manufacturing organizations across various industries such as construction, agriculture, civil engineering, mining, etc. Examples of relevant companies include Boston Scientific, Hollister, Regeneron, SL Controls, Johnson & Johnson, Modular Automation, and Penn Engineering.
Project: SWOT analysis of participants' own organizations and participation in multidisciplinary Digital Futures Labs.
Application of Learning: Applying the acquired knowledge to participants' own organizations, contributing to organizational strategies and proof of concept.
Software/Programs: Access to company data and strategy materials related to Industry 4.0 plans.

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