Resource Person/ Facilitator:
Mr. Kishor More
Managing Director,
Infinite Graphics Technologies
Summary:
1. Key Takeaways:
- Industry 4.0 is transforming the mechanical engineering landscape, requiring new skills and competencies.
- Emerging career paths include AI, robotics, data analytics, and cyber security.
- Mechanical engineers must develop interdisciplinary skills, including programming, data analysis, and communication.
- Lifelong learning, upskilling, reskilling are essential for success in Industry 4.0.
- Entrepreneurial thinking, innovation, and adaptability are highly valued.
- Networking and building connections with Industry 4.0 professionals is crucial.
2. Expert Insights:
- Industry 4.0 is creating new job opportunities in mechanical engineering, including roles in AI, robotics, and data analytics.
- Mechanical engineers must be prepared to work with emerging technologies and develop new skills to remain relevant.
- Collaboration and communication between engineers, data scientists, and IT professionals are essential in Industry 4.0.
Objective/Purpose:
- Awareness: Educate students about Industry 4.0, its impact on the job market, and emerging career Paths.
- Skill Development: Identify and develop key skills required for success in Industry 4.0, such as data analytics, AI, and robotics.
- Career Exploration: Explore various roles and responsibilities in Industry 4.0
and their interconnections. - Lifelong Learning: Emphasize the importance of continuous learning, up
Skilling and reskilling in Industry 4.0. - Industry Insights: Provide insights into Industry 4.0 trends, technologies, and innovations.
- Networking: Facilitate connections with Industry 4.0 professionals, Organizations and networks.
- Entrepreneurship: Encourage entrepreneurial thinking and innovation in
Industry 4.0.