Industry 4.0 Operators: Core Knowledge and Skills

Abstract

One of the most important technological changes due to the arrival of Industry 4.0, an initial, gradual, and complex process of technology transfer is taking place, which strongly relies on the integration of universities, industries, and governments. In this context, to make the Industry 4.0 approach a reality, several requirements need to be met. One of them is the need to qualify people to work in industries. This research paper aims to clarify the required knowledge and learning for a person to operate the manufacturing processes associated with some of the capabilities of Industry 4.0. Interviews were conducted with individuals who are Industry 4.0 employees, including experts of technology, education vendors, and employers who are eager to develop and improve their projects. This study provides several results, the most important of which is the focus on the rehabilitation of operators using modern technologies in alignment with the Fourth Industrial Revolution.