Introduction to Digital Transformation

Instructor: Siemens

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There are 5 modules in this course

This course is primarily for professionals, college students, and advanced high school students who are interested in driving the digital transformation by integrating automation, software, and cutting-edge technologies.

This course represents a foundational introduction to Digital Transformation, appropriate for learners with a basic familiarity with common business terms and concepts and an interest in digital technology. To succeed in this course, learners should bring their curiosity about how new developments in technology are shaping the way businesses and entire industries operate. This course has no formal prerequisites. This course focuses on how technology can be used as a competitive advantage in today’s business environment. First, current trends in computing, visual, connectivity and artificial intelligence are outlined with an emphasis on their impact to businesses. Next, we look at digital tools for design, manufacturing, and usage of products. Finally, we look at the applications of these technologies and digital tools across eight key industries. Upon completion of this course, you will be able to: Summarize digital transformation - what, how and why Outline important technical trends within today’s economy Identify digital tools that can be applied to transform business processes Apply digital transformation to a variety of industries Course developed in partnership with Fram Akiki of Joun Technologies.

In this module, you will be introduced to structure and format of the course. You will learn about course resources. Then, you will be introduced to an overview of digital transformation. At the end of the week, you will be introduced to how digital transformation operates in the Automotive and Heavy Machinery industries.

What's included

6 videos18 readings1 assignment

6 videosTotal 20 minutes

Welcome to Digital Transformation1 minutePreview module
Why Digital Transformation?1 minute
5 Factors for Successful Digital Transformation2 minutes
A Closer Look at Digital Transformation6 minutes
The Product Lifecycle1 minute
The Digital Twin6 minutes

18 readingsTotal 116 minutes

Meet Your Course Expert1 minute
Connect to Other Siemen's Professionals10 minutes
Global Course Competencies2 minutes
Earning a Digital Badge2 minutes
What You Can Expect2 minutes
Key Considerations of Digital Transformation10 minutes
Digital Transformation Strategy Can Fuel Innovation10 minutes
Digital Maturity10 minutes
The 3 Stages of The Product Lifecycle2 minutes
The Power of the Digital Twin10 minutes
Automotive and Transportation7 minutes
Industry Dynamics & Trends 4 minutes
Industry Solutions1 minute
Key Questions13 minutes
Industrial and Heavy Machinery8 minutes
Industry Dynamics and Trends10 minutes
Industry Solutions4 minutes
Key Questions10 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 30 minutes

An Introduction to Digital Transformation30 minutes

During week two of the course, you will begin your examination of some key digital transformation trends. You will begin with computing and visual trends this week. Then, you will examine technologies related to these key trends. At the end of the week, you will be introduced to how digital transformation operates in the Aerospace and Defense Industry.

What's included

9 videos13 readings1 assignment

9 videosTotal 37 minutes

How Computing Drives Digital Transformation7 minutesPreview module
Computing and The Operating System4 minutes
What is hardware?7 minutes
What is software?2 minutes
The Advantages of Cloud & Edge Computing1 minute
The Value of Cloud Computing3 minutes
A Closer Look at Edge Computing and Cloud Computing5 minutes
The Future of Computing Technology4 minutes
Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, and Mixed Reality2 minutes

13 readingsTotal 140 minutes

Computers and Hardware15 minutes
5 Trending Programming Languages10 minutes
Thin Client vs. Thick Client10 minutes
Computing Trends that Shape Enterprises12 minutes
How Cloud Computing Impacts Technology Evolution10 minutes
Edge Computing vs. Cloud Computing5 minutes
Models of Cloud Computing10 minutes
What are AR, VR, and MR?18 minutes
The Future of Visual Technology8 minutes
The Aerospace and Defense Industry7 minutes
Industry Dynamics and Trends10 minutes
Industry Solutions10 minutes
Key Questions15 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 30 minutes

Technology Trend - Computing & Visual30 minutes

During week three of the course, you will be introduced to another key trend in digital transformation: connectivity. You will explore key technologies related to connectivity. At the end of the week, you will examine how digital transformation operates in the Electronics and Semiconductors Industry. At the end of this week is also our mid-course exam. This will cover all instructional information from weeks one to three.

What's included

8 videos8 readings2 assignments

8 videosTotal 31 minutes

Digital Connectivity3 minutesPreview module
Wired Communications5 minutes
Wireless Communications4 minutes
Evolution of Cellular Networks2 minutes
What is 5G?2 minutes
5G Communications7 minutes
The Internet of Things4 minutes
How the Internet of Things Can Be Used in Manufacturing1 minute

8 readingsTotal 61 minutes

How Connectivity Drives Digital Transformation10 minutes
Connectivity Technical Terms & Network Devices10 minutes
Wireless Technologies5 minutes
The Difference Between 4G and 5G5 minutes
Electronics and Semiconductors6 minutes
Industry Dynamics and Trends5 minutes
Industry Solutions4 minutes
Key Questions16 minutes

2 assignmentsTotal 90 minutes

Technology Trend - Connectivity30 minutes
Digital Transformation Mid-Course Exam (Weeks 1-3)60 minutes

During week four of the course, you will finish your examination of the key digital transformation trends. The final trend you will review is Artificial Intelligence (AI). You will explore some AI technologies. At the end of the week, you will be introduced to how digital transformation operates in the Medical , and Energy and Utility industries.

What's included

8 videos15 readings1 assignment

8 videosTotal 34 minutes

Early Applications Made Possible4 minutesPreview module
Artificial Intelligence3 minutes
AI Approaches6 minutes
AI and The Future of Manufacturing2 minutes
AI and Machine Learning6 minutes
Cognitive Computing5 minutes
Modern Deep Learning Techniques1 minute
The Future of AI: Risks and Challenges3 minutes

15 readingsTotal 133 minutes

What is AI?10 minutes
The Symbiotic Relationship7 minutes
An Underlying Infrastructure1 minute
Technology Trends That Leap-Frog AI16 minutes
Applications in AI10 minutes
Growth and Future of AI10 minutes
Top Challenges of AI9 minutes
Energy and Utility10 minutes
Industry Dynamics and Trends10 minutes
Industry Solutions10 minutes
Key Questions7 minutes
Medical8 minutes
Industry Dynamics and Trends7 minutes
Industry Solutions6 minutes
Key Questions12 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 30 minutes

Technology Trend - Artificial Intelligence30 minutes

During the final week of the course, you will learn about each step in the product lifecycle. You will examine how digital transformation occurs during product ideation, realization, and utilization. At the end of the week, you will examine how digital transformation operates in the Consumer Produces and Marine industries. At the end of this week is also our final course exam. This will cover all instructional information from weeks four through five.