Micro-credential: Industry 4.0 vs. 5.0 in clothing production

Part of pathway / module: INNOVATIVE AND SUSTAINABLE CLOTHING PRODUCTION SYSTEM / Prospects of CAD technologies in a frame of AI, AR, and 3D 

EQF level: 7

ECTS credits: 2

Learning methods and duration: Approximately 50 hours (10 hours lectures, 36 hours work-based learning,  2 hours video experience, 2 hours assessment)

Assessment methods:

  • Initial assesment (quiz)  
  • Formative assessment (quizzes, group works and activities)
  • Summative assessment (projects and assignments)

General objective: The learner will be introduced to:

  • The concept of Industry 4.0 and 5.0, and how does it impact the supply chain, digital supply chain, reducing waste technologies, AI-extending quality control, and smart manufacturing systems.

Start and end dates:

Responsible institution: Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences (Netherlands)

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Learning outcomes

Knowledge

After the completion of this module, learners will:
•    Explain the key Explain the key principles and differences between Industry 4.0 and Industry 5.0 in the context of clothing production.
•    Analyse the impact of smart factories, IoT-enabled supply chains, AI-driven automation, and big data analytics in Industry 4.0.
•    Describe how to utilize IoT, machine learning, and AI-driven predictive maintenance for real-time monitoring and process optimization.
•    Explain and understand virtual and augmented reality(VR/AR) in digital fashion product and consumer experience.

Skills

After the completion of this module, learners will:
•    Develop analytical skills to evaluate and compare Industry 4.0 and 5.0 technologies and their impact on clothing production
•    Acquire digital literacy in using applications for digital fashion and supply chain management
•    Build collaborative skills to work effectively in human-machine integrated production environments
•    Gain process optimization capabilities to identify opportunities for digital transformation

Competences

After the completion of this module, learners will:
•    Propose cutting-edge technologies, enhancing sustainability, and organizing digital transformation in the clothing and textile industry.
•    Problem-solving abilities to optimize production efficiency and reduce waste.
•    Strategic thinking for digital transformation and sustainability in the fashion industry.
•    Innovation and adaptability to emerging trends in digital fashion design and manufacturing
•    Encouraging advancements in human-machine collaboration, sustainable manufacturing, and adaptive production models.