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The Master in Industry 4.0 and Digital Transformation is aimed at professionals who wish to lead digital transformation projects. The master is designed to train professionals capable of implementing a digital transformation project in the indus...

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1500 h

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60 ECTS (Créditos)

Qualification of Master's Degree in Continuing Education in Industry 4.0 and Digital Transformation

University Degree of Master in Lifelong Learning in Industry 4.0 and Digital Transformation with 1500 hours and 60 ECTS credits by the Catholic University of Murcia.

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Objectives

To know the enabling technologies of Industry 4.0.

To understand digital transformation processes.

To master industrial automation systems.

To understand industrial communication networks and buses.

Manage HMI and SCADA systems in industrial processes.

Know IoT (Internet of Things) and cyber-physical systems in Industry 4.0.

Why choose Master's Degree in Continuing Education in Industry 4.0 and Digital Transformation?

Have you noticed that the world is changing at breakneck speed? The Fourth Industrial Revolution is already here, and with it, the imperative need to adapt or be left behind. Industry 4.0 and Digital Transformation are not the future; they are the present that is redefining how companies operate and how professionals work.

If you feel that your career has stagnated, that opportunities are passing you by or that your knowledge is becoming obsolete, it's time to take the reins and make a 180-degree turn. The Master in Lifelong Learning in Industry 4.0 and Digital Transformation is the key that unlocks the door to a world full of possibilities.

This program is not just another course; it's a deep dive into the technologies and strategies that are revolutionizing the industrial landscape. From artificial intelligence to the Internet of Things to automation and data analytics, you'll acquire the skills that companies are desperately seeking in their leaders of tomorrow.

Are you worried you won't have enough time? The master's degree is designed to fit your pace of life, with an online mode that allows you to study from anywhere and at any time. In addition, you will have the support of a first-class teaching team, always ready to answer your questions and guide you in your learning.

It is not just about acquiring technical knowledge; you will also develop management and leadership skills, essential to lead teams in digital and highly technological environments. You will learn how to implement innovative solutions that optimize processes, reduce costs and improve operational efficiency.

At the end of the program, you will not only earn a recognized master's degree, but you will also become part of a network of professionals and industry experts. This community will provide you with networking, collaboration and professional growth opportunities that will be invaluable in your career.

Don't let the Fourth Industrial Revolution catch you off guard. Invest in your future, upgrade your skills and become the professional that companies need to lead the digital transformation. The time to act is now.

Content

MODULE 1. PLC PROGRAMMABLE AUTOMATICS

UNIT 1. CONCEPTS AND EQUIPMENT USED IN INDUSTRIAL AUTOMATION
Initial concepts of automation
Setting the goals of industrial automation
Degrees of automation
Classes of automation
Equipment for industrial automation
Human-Machine Dialog, HMI and SCADA
UNIT DIDACTIC 2. CLASSIFICATION OF PROGRAMMABLE AUTOMATICS
Introduction to PLC programmable logic controllers functions
Evolutionary context of PLCs
Use of programmable logic controllers versus hardwired logic
Typology of PLCs from the quantitative and qualitative point of view
Definition of microPLC PLC
Installation of the PLC inside the electrical panel
UNIT DIDACTIC 3. PLC ARCHITECTURE
Functioning and essential blocks of programmable controllers
Elements of PLC programming
Description of the operating cycle of a PLC
Existing power supply in a PLC
CPU architecture
Types of PLC memories for variable storage
UNIT DIDACTIC 4. DATA INPUT AND OUTPUT IN PLC

Input and output modulesDigital input

UNIT 5. DESCRIPTION OF THE PLC OPERATING CYCLE
PLC operation sequences: watchdog
PLC operation modes
PLC operating cycle
System checks
Program execution time
Fast process elements
UNIT 6. PLC CONFIGURATION
PLC configuration
Types of processors
Central and peripheral processors
Redundant control units
Centralized and distributed configurations
Industrial communications and communications modules
Mass memory
Peripherals
TEACHING UNIT 7. BOOLE ALGEBRA AND USE OF SPECIAL PROGRAMMING ELEMENTS
Introduction to programming
Structured programming
Graphical languages and the IEC standard
Boolean algebra: postulates and theorems
Use of Timers
Examples of using counters
Examples of using comparators
SET-RESET function (RS)
Examples of using Teleruptor
Positive and negative edge element
Examples of using arithmetic Operators
UNIT DIDACTIC 8. PROGRAMMING THROUGH CONTACT DIAGRAM: LD
Language in LD contact schemes
Language rules in contact diagram
Language input and output elements
Breaking elements of the execution sequence
Example with contact diagram: Motor-pump drive
Example with contact diagram: semi-automatic stamping machine
UNIT DIDACTIC 9. PROGRAMMING THROUGH LOGIC FUNCTION LANGUAGE: FBD
Introduction to functions and logic gates
Instruction list language operation
Application of FBD functions
Example with Function Language: semiautomatic drill
Example with Function Language: semiautomatic drill
TEACHING UNIT 10. PROGRAMMING THROUGH INSTRUCTION LIST LANGUAGE IL AND STRUCTURED TEXT ST
Instruction list language
Structure of a command instruction Examples
Command instruction examples for different PLC brands
IL instruction list instructions
ST structured text programming language
UNIT DIDACTIC 11. PROGRAMMING THROUGH GRAFCET
Introduction of the GRAFCET tool or language
GRAFCET Basic Principles
Definition and use of stages
Actions associated with stages
Transition condition
GRAFCET Evolution Rules
GRAFCET Implementation
Need for initial pulse
Conditional choice between sequences
Alternate subprocesses OR branching
Simultaneous sequences
Use of conditional jumping
Macrostages in GRAFCET
The user program
Example solved with GRAFCET: traffic light activation
Example solved with GRAFCET: bridge crane control
UNIT DIDACTIC 12. SOLUTION OF PLC PROGRAMMING EXAMPLES
LED sequence
Audible alarm
Elevator control with two floors
Warehouse control
Control of a traffic light
Conveyor belts
Control of a Parking lot
Sliding door automation
Automation of tanning process
Automatic staircase programming
Automation of box stacker
Control of mobile back and forth movement
Precise control of product weighing
Automation of package sorter

MODULE 2. INDUSTRIAL NETWORKS AND COMMUNICATION BUSES

UNIT 1. INTRODUCTION AND OPERATION OF COMMUNICATION NETWORKS
The need for industrial communication networks
Centralized, distributed and hybrid control systems
Advanced industrial organization systems: ERP and MES
The CIM pyramid and industrial communication
Control networks versus data networks
Fieldbuses, industrial LANs and LAN/WAN
Control network architecture: ring, star and bus topology
Application of the OSI model to industrial networks and buses
Fundamentals of transmission, access control and addressing in industrial networks
Security procedures in the communication network
Introduction to RS, RS, IEC, ISOCAN, IEC, Ethernet, USB standards
UNIT DIDACTIC 2. INDUSTRIAL BUSES AND NETWORKS. INITIAL CONCEPTS
Fieldbuses: application and fundamentals
Evaluation of industrial buses
Differences between conventional wiring and bus wiring
Selecting a fieldbus
Node and repeater operation and architecture
Standardized connectors
Standardization
Industrial communications applied to Domotics and Inmotics installations
Proprietary buses and open buses
Trends
Network management
UNIT 3. OPERATION AND APPLICATION OF THE MAIN INDUSTRIAL BUSES
Classification of buses
AS-i (Actuator/Sensor Interface)
DeviceNet
CANopen (Control Area Network Open)
SDS (Smart Distributed System)
InterBus
WorldFIP (World Factory Instrumentation Protocol)
HART (Highway Addressable Remote Transducer)
P-Net
BITBUS
ARCNet
CONTROLNET
PROFIBUS (PROcess FIeld BUS)
FIELDBUS FOUNDATION
MODBUS
ETHERNET INDUSTRIAL
UNIDAD DIDÁCTICA 4. AS-INTERFACE (AS-I) BUS OPERATION AND COMPONENTS
AS-Interface bus history
AS-i bus features
AS-i bus components gateways?
Assembly and composition
AS-Interface network configuration
Application of the ISO/OSI albus AS-i model
Connectivity and gateways
The slave and communication with sensors and actuators (Interface )
Transmission systems (Interface )
The AS-i master (Interface )
The AS-Interface protocol: characteristics, coding, media access, errors and configuration
Operational phases of bus operation
UNIT 5. PROFIBUS FMS, DP AND PA BUS OPERATION AND COMPONENTS
PROFIBUS (Process Field BUS)
Introduction to Profibus
Using PROFIBUS Profiles for DP, PA and FMS
ISO OSI Model for Profibus
Cable for RS-, fiber optic and IEC -
Data Coordination in Profibus
Profibus DP Basic Functions and Configuration
Profibus FMS
Profibus-PA communication and applications
Troubleshooting with Profisafe
Applications for special devices
GSD files and ID number for device connection
UNIT 6. CAN PROTOCOL AND CANOPEN BUS OPERATION AND COMPONENTS
Fundamentals of CAN protocol
Frame format in CAN protocol
Study of medium access in CAN protocol
Synchronization
Topology
Typology of connectors in CAN
Applications: CANopen, DeviceNet, TTCAN?
Introduction to CANopen BUS
Simplified CANOpen architecture
Using the object dictionary in CANopen
Profiles
Res management
CANopen structure: definition of SDOs and PDOs
UNIT DIDACTIC 7. INDUSTRIAL ETHERNET
Ethernet and the industrial environment
The advantages of industrial Ethernet over the rest
Solutions for making Ethernet compatible in industry
Protocol evolutions: RETHER and ETHEREAL
Ethernet priority mechanisms: IEEE P and switch configuration
Components and schematics
Industrial Ethernet usage on Fieldbuses
PROFINET
EtherNet/IP
ETHERCAT
UNIDAD DIDÁCTICA 8. WIRELESS NETWORKS
Context of wireless technology in industrial applications
Wireless systems
Components
Wireless in industry
Transmission technologies
Wireless typologies
Wireless network parameters
Antennas
Wireless Ethernet
IEEE Standard
Security elements in a Wi-Fi network

MODULE 3. HMI AND SCADA SYSTEMS IN INDUSTRIAL PROCESSES

UNIT 1. FUNDAMENTALS OF PROCESS CONTROL AND MONITORING SYSTEMS: SCADA AND HMI
Evolutionary context of visualization systems
Advanced industrial organization systems: ERP and MES
Preliminary considerations of supervision and control
The concept of ?real time? in a SCADA
Concepts related to SCADA
Definition and characteristics of distributed control systems
SCADA systems versus DCS
Technical and economic feasibility of a SCADA system
Current market of SCADA developers
Industrial PCs and expansion boards
HMI operator displays
Characteristics of an HMI display
Software for programming HMI displays
Tablet PC devices
UNIT DIDACTIC 2. SCADA HARDWARE: MTU, RTU AND COMMUNICATIONS
General operating principle of a SCADA system
Subsystems that compose a supervision and control system
Components of an RTU, operation and characteristics
Telemetry systems: generic, dedicated and multiplexers
RTU control software and communications
Types of RTU capabilities
Interrogation, exception reporting and transmissions initiated by RTU's
Detection of communication failures
Phases of implementation of a SCADA in a facility
UNIDAD DIDÁCTICA 3. THE SCADA SOFTWARE AND OPC UA COMMUNICATION
Object-oriented programming basics
Driver, development utilities and Run-time
The development utilities and the Run-time program
Using databases for storage
Communication methods between applications: OPC, ODBC, ASCII, SQL and API
The evolution of the OPC protocol to OPC UA (Unified Architecture)
Configuring OPC controls in SCADA
UNIT DIDACTIC 4. IMPLEMENTATION PLANS AND SCHEMATICS
Symbols and diagrams
Identification of instruments and functions
Symbology used in process control
Design of implementation and layout drawings
Typology of symbols
Examples of schematics
UNIT 5. INTERFACE DESIGN WITH STANDARDS
Initial fundamentals of designing an automated system
Presentation of some standards and methodological guidelines
Industrial design
Design of control and indication elements
Colors in service bodies
Location and use of control elements
UNIT DIDACTIC 6. GEMMA: GUIDE TO STARTING AND STOPPING MODES IN AN AUTOMATIC
Origin of the GEMMA guide
Fundamentals of GEMMA
Rectangles-state:operating, stop or fault procedures
Methodology of using GEMMA
Selection of running and stop modes
Implementation of GEMMA to GRAFCET
Method by enrichment of the base GRAFCET
Method by decomposition by TASKS: vertical or hierarchical coordination
Alarm processing with GEMMA
UNIT 7. DEVELOPMENT MODULES
Common software packages

Configuration moduleOperator GUI toolsProcess control utilities

UNIT DIDACTIC 8. HMI AND SCADA INTERFACE DESIGN
Initial criteria for design
Architecture
Screen layout considerations
Choice of screen navigation
Proper use of color
Proper use of textual information
Proper definition of equipment, process states and events
Proper use of process information and values
Trend tables and graphs
Commands and data entry
Proper implementation of Alarms
Evaluation of SCADA designs

MODULE 4. IOT (INTERNET OF THINGS) AND CYBER-PHYSICAL SYSTEMS IN INDUSTRY 4.0

UNIT 1. INTERNET OF THINGS
Context Internet of Things (IoT)
What is IoT?
Elements that make up the IoT ecosystem
IoT architecture
Devices and elements used
Examples of use
Challenges and future lines of work
UNIT DIDACTIC 2. CYBER-PHYSICAL SYSTEMS
Context Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS)
CPS Characteristics
CPS Components
Examples of use
Challenges and future lines of work
UNIT DIDACTIC 3. CONCEPTS AND EQUIPMENT USED IN INDUSTRIAL AUTOMATION
Previous concepts
Objectives of automation
Degrees of automation
Classes of automation
Equipment for industrial automation
Human-Machine Dialog, HMI and SCADA
UNIT DIDACTIC 4. INDUSTRY 4.0
What is Industry 4.0?
Sensors and information capture
Product life cycle in Industry 4.0
Industry 4.0-based business models
Industrial IoT
UNIT DIDACTIC 5. TECHNOLOGY SURVEILLANCE
Types of technology watch
Essential aspects of technology watch
Information search
Implementation of technology watch
TEACHING UNIT 6. TEGNOLOGICAL TREND STUDY
Introduction
Concept and essential notions of technology foresight
Typology of techniques for technology foresight
Implementation requirements

MODULE 5. ARTIFICIAL VISION AND ITS APPLICATION IN INDUSTRY 4.0

UNIT 1. ARTIFICIAL VISION: DEFINITION AND MAIN ASPECTS
Artificial vision and its application in Industry 4.0
UNIT 2. COMPONENTS OF AN ARTIFICIAL VISION SYSTEM
Optics
Lighting
Cameras
3D Systems
Sensors
Compact equipment
Methodologies for hardware selection
UNIT DIDACTIC 3. IMAGE PROCESSING USING ARTIFICIAL VISION
Algorithms
Software
Image segmentation and interpretation
Methodologies for software selection
TEACHING UNIT 4. VISION APPLICATIONS IN INDUSTRY 4.0
Classic applications: discrimination, fault detection?
New applications: OCR codes, traceability, robotics, recognition (OKAO)

MODULE 6. CYBERSECURITY APPLIED TO ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI), SMARTPHONES, INTERNET OF THINGS (IOT) AND INDUSTRY 4.0

UNIT 1. CYBERSECURITY IN NEW TECHNOLOGIES
Concept of ICT security
Types of ICT security
Secure applications in Cloud
Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM) platforms
Secure WiFi networks
Use case: ICT security in a document management system
UNIT DIDACTIC 2. SMARTPHONES CYBERSECURITY
Mobile security best practices
Attack protection in mobile network environments
UNIT DIDACTIC 3. ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI) AND CYBERSECURITY
Artificial Intelligence
Types of artificial intelligence
Impact of Artificial Intelligence on cybersecurity
UNIT DIDACTIC 4. CYBERSECURITY AND INTERNET OF THINGS (IoT)
Internet of Things (IoT) Context
What is IoT?
Elements that make up the IoT ecosystem
IoT architecture
Devices and elements used
Usage examples
Challenges and future work streams
IoT vulnerabilities
IoT-specific security needs
UNIT DIDACTIC 5. IT SECURITY IN INDUSTRY 4.0
Industry 4.0
Cybersecurity needs in Industry 4.0

MODULE 7. DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

UNIT 1. INTRODUCTION TO DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION
Introduction to digital transformation
Concept of innovation
Concept of technology
Typology of technology
Competitive advantage point of view
According to its disposition in the company
From the point of view of a project
Other types of technology
Technological innovation
Core competencies of technological innovation
The process of technological innovation
Tools to innovate
Competitiveness and innovation
UNIT DIDACTIC 2. SOCIETY 3.0
Web 3.0 philosophy and its impact on the business world
Socialization of the Web
Adaptation of the business world to new technologies
UNIT 3. NEW DIGITAL ECOSYSTEM
Community Manager
Chief Data Officer
Data Protection Officer
Data Scientist
Other profiles
IT Skills Development
The Role of the CEO as a Leader in Transformation
UNIT DIDACTIC 4. NEW BUSINESS MODELS IN THE DIGITAL ENVIRONMENT
The Digital Transition from the Traditional Business Model
New Business Models
Freemium
Long Tail Model
Cloud and SaaS Model
Subscription Model
Dropshipping
Affiliation
Infoproducts and E-Learning
Others
UNIT DIDACTIC 5. DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION PLAN
Diagnosis of the digital maturity of the company
Analysis of innovation in the company
Preparation of the roadmap
Provision of financing and technological resources
Implementation of the digital transformation plan
Follow-up of the digital transformation plan
UNIT DIDACTIC 6. SUCCESS CASES IN DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION
BBVA and the smart company
DKV Salud y #MédicosfrentealCOVID
El Corte Inglés
Cepsa y su apuesta por los servicios cloud de AWS
UNIDAD DIDÁCTICA 7. THE NEW DIGITAL CUSTOMER
Redesigning the customer experience
The transformation of distribution channels: omnichannel
Digital marketing plan
Buyer's Journey
Growth Hacking: growth strategy
The new role of marketing in the conversion funnel
TEACHING UNIT 8. NEW MARKETS, NEW OPPORTUNITIES
Innovation opportunities arising from globalization
How to Invent Markets through Innovation
Development stages and life cycles
Market entry
Development methodologies
UNIT DIDACTIC 9. INNOVATION IN ORGANIZATIONAL PROCESSES
The digital transformation of the value chain
Industry 4.0
Organizational adaptation through talent and innovation
Innovation process models
Innovation management
Innovation system
How to reinvent companies by innovating in processes
Innovation in Processes through ICT
E-Commerce: innovating in distribution channels
Voluntary case study: Innovation according to Steve Jobs
Helvex case: continuous change
Business automation: RPA, RBA and RDA

MODULE 8. FINAL MASTER'S PROJECT

Methodology

Entre el material entregado en este curso se adjunta un documento llamado Guía del Alumno dónde aparece un horario de tutorías telefónicas y una dirección de e-mail dónde podrá enviar sus consultas, dudas y ejercicios. La metodología a seguir es ir avanzando a lo largo del itinerario de aprendizaje online, que cuenta con una serie de temas y ejercicios. Para su evaluación, el alumno/a deberá completar todos los ejercicios propuestos en el curso. La titulación será remitida al alumno/a por correo una vez se haya comprobado que ha completado el itinerario de aprendizaje satisfactoriamente.

What does it prepare you for?

This Master in Industry 4.0 and Digital Transformation prepares you to lead digital transformation projects in any industrial field through knowledge of enabling technologies, strategy, creativity and teamwork. Students will learn to lead digital transformation projects through the use of advanced digital tools to improve production processes.

Who is it aimed at?

Career opportunities

The professional outlets of the Master in Industry 4.0 and Digital Transformation are director or manager of the production or industrial maintenance department; manager or technician of the automation department; manager or technician of the industrial IT department; manager or technician of the engineering department; among others.