Course Details in 2024/25 Session

Module Title	LM Industry 4.0 and Big Data
School	Chemical Engineering
Department	Chemical Engineering
Module Code	04 34534
Module Lead	Dr Estefania Lopez-Quiroga
Level	Masters Level
Credits	20
Semester	Semester 2
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Restrictions	None
Contact Hours	Lecture-18 hours Seminar-6 hours Tutorial-2 hours Guided independent study-174 hours Total: 200 hours
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Description	The use of technology and data within industry is being considered as a new form of industrial revolution. This is now commonly called Industry 4.0. This module introduces the key concepts that are required to understand the benefits and challenges of this use of technology and data within the process and related industries. During the module the key concepts around (i) Interconnection, (ii) Information transparency, (ii) Technical assistance and (iv) Decentralised decisions will be introduced. A series of case studies from relevant industry will then present the key challenges and potential impact of the changes provided by the technology and data.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module students should be able to: Compare and contrast the potential benefits and issues around Industry 4.0 Appraise the uses and need for AI (artificial intelligence) and the role of data security.
Assessment	34534-01 : Coursework : Coursework (100%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Assessment: 5000-6000 word report (100%) Reassessment: Resubmission of 5000-6000 word report (100%)
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