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Digital Twins
  • Level Foundation
  • Duration 10 hours
  • Course by University of Michigan
  • Offered by

About

In this course, learners will be introduced to the concept of Digital Twins, learn how it is applied in manufacturing, and what businesses should consider as they decide to implement this technology. Considerations include information technology infrastructure, the business value of implementing Digital Twins, and what needs to happen across the organization to ensure successful implementation. Learners will hear from industry experts as they share their perspectives on the opportunities and challenges of implementing Digital Twins, how Digital Twins is being implemented in their companies, and insights on the future of this technology within their industry and across manufacturing. The content presented in this course draws on a number of real-life interviews and case studies, and was created through a partnership with Siemens.

Modules

Course Introduction

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Introduce yourself!

1 Videos

  • Course Introduction

2 Readings

  • Pre-Course Survey
  • Course Syllabus

Digital Twins Introduction

    • 6 Videos
    • 4 Readings
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6 Videos

  • What are Digital Twins and How Do They Work?
  • Digital Twins in Manufacturing
  • Insights from Ford - Digital Twins Applications at Ford
  • Insights from Tata Steel - Digital Twins Example Built on IoT Platform
  • Insights from Siemens - Digital Twin of Performance
  • Insights from Tata Steel - Digital Twins Example for Industrial Construction Project

4 Readings

  • Self-reflection - Digital Twins Applications at Ford
  • Self-reflection - Digital Twins Example Built on IIoT Platform
  • Self-reflection - Digital Twin of Performance
  • Self-reflection - Digital Twins Example for Industrial Construction Project

Complexity and Scale of Digital Twins

    • 4 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Module 1 Quiz

4 Videos

  • Complexity and Scale of Digital Twins
  • Insights from Siemens - Executable Digital Twins
  • Insights from Siemens - Functional Digital Twins Example
  • Digital Twins and the Automotive Industry

2 Readings

  • Self-reflection - Executable Digital Twins
  • Self-reflection - Function Digital Twins

Digital Twins Platform and Ecosystem

    • 3 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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3 Videos

  • Digital Twins Platform Ecosystem
  • Digital Twins Concept
  • Insights from Siemens - Evolving Digital Twins Ecosystems

1 Readings

  • Self-reflection - Evolving Digital Twins Ecosystems

Business Advantages and Implementation of Digital Twins

    • 3 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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3 Videos

  • What are the Business Advantages of Digital Twins?
  • Digital Twins Implementation
  • Insights from Ford - Digital Twins Implementation Guidelines

1 Readings

  • Self-reflection - Digital Twins Implementation Guidelines

Challenges and Risks

    • 3 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Module 2 Quiz

3 Videos

  • Digital Twins Challenges and Risks
  • Insights from Siemens - Digital Twins Challenges
  • Insights from Ford - Digital Twins Risks

1 Readings

  • Self-reflection - Digital Twins Challenges

The Future of Digital Twins

    • 5 Videos
    • 2 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Module 3 Quiz

2 Discussions

  • The Future of Digital Twins - The Chip
  • Future of Digital Twins - The Intelligent Agent

5 Videos

  • What Does the Future Look Like for Digital Twins?
  • Insights from Siemens - Future of Digital Twins
  • Insights from Ford - Future of Digital Twins
  • Digital Thread (future trend)
  • Digital Twins Summary

Course Project

    • 1 PeerReview
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1 Peer Review

  • Engines-R-Us Case Project

Post-Course Survey

    • 1 Readings
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1 Readings

  • Post-Course Survey

Auto Summary

Discover the transformative potential of Digital Twins in the business and manufacturing sectors with this foundational course. Guided by industry experts and enriched with real-life interviews and case studies, you'll explore IT infrastructure requirements, business value, and organizational strategies for successful implementation. Created in partnership with Siemens, this 600-minute course is perfect for beginners and offers Starter and Professional subscription options. Join now on Coursera to stay ahead in the evolving landscape of Digital Twins technology.

M.S. Krishnan
Instructor

M.S. Krishnan