- Level Foundation
- Duration 18 hours
- Course by University at Buffalo
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Learners will create a roadmap to achieve their own personal goals related to the digital manufacturing and design (DM&D) profession, which will help them leverage relevant opportunities. The culminating project provides a tangible element to include in their professional portfolios that showcases their knowledge of Industry 4.0. This project is part of the Digital Manufacturing and Design Technology specialization that explores the many facets of manufacturing’s “Fourth Revolution,” aka Industry 4.0. To learn more about the specialization and its courses, please watch the overview video by copying and pasting the following link into your web browser: https://youtu.be/wETK1O9c-CAModules
Roadmap to Success in Digital Manufacturing and Design
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Videos
- Introduction: Roadmap to Success in Digital Manufacturing and Design
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Readings
- Resources: Industry 4.0
- Grading Rubric
- Acknowledgements
Roadmap to Success in Digital Manufacturing and Design: Project Definition
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Discussions
- Project Definition
2
Videos
- Project Definition
- Industry Opportunities
2
Readings
- Resources: Project Definition
- Roadmap to Success in DMD: Step 1
Traditional vs. Digital Manufacturing Roles
2
Videos
- Traditional vs. Digital Manufacturing Roles
- Next Generation
2
Readings
- Resources: Traditional vs. Digital Manufacturing Roles
- Roadmap to Success in DMD: Step 2
Project Charter
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Videos
- Project Charter
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Readings
- Resources: Project Charter
- Roadmap to Success in DMD: Step 3
Week 1 Evaluation
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Assignment
- Roadmap to Success in Digital Manufacturing & Design--Week 1
Self-Assessment
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Discussions
- Strength, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats (SWOT) Analysis
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Videos
- Self-Assessment: Strength, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats (SWOT) Analysis
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Readings
- Resources: Self-Assessment: Strength, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats (SWOT) Analysis
- Roadmap to Success in DMD: Step 4
You and the Future of Digital Manufacturing and Design
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Discussions
- You and the Future of Digital Manufacturing and Design
2
Videos
- A Business Case for Digital Implementation
- Your Future in Digital Manufacturing and Design
2
Readings
- Resources: You and the Future of Digital Manufacturing and Design
- Roadmap to Success in DMD: Step 5
Self-Marketing Tools
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Videos
- Self-Marketing Tools
2
Readings
- Resources: Self-Marketing Tools
- Roadmap to Success in DMD: Step 6
Week 2 Evaluation
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Assignment
- Roadmap to Success in Digital Manufacturing & Design--Week 2
Finding a Mentor
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Videos
- Finding a Mentor
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Readings
- Resources: Finding a Mentor
- Roadmap to Success in DMD: Step 7
Network Expansion
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Videos
- Network Expansion
2
Readings
- Resources: Expanding Your Network
- Roadmap to Success in DMD: Step 8
Safeguard Your Presence
1
Videos
- Safeguard Your Online Image
2
Readings
- Resources: Safeguard Your Online Image
- Roadmap to Success in DMD: Step 9
Pitch Your Future Goal
1
Videos
- Creating an Elevator Pitch
2
Readings
- Resources: Create an Elevator Pitch
- Roadmap to Success in DMD: Step 10
Week 3 Evaluation
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Assignment
- Roadmap to Success in Digital Manufacturing & Design--Week 3
Roadmap to Success in Digital Manufacturing and Design Execution Plan
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Peer Review
- Roadmap to Success in Digital Manufacturing & Design
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Videos
- Roadmap to Success in Digital Manufacturing and Design Execution Plan
2
Readings
- Resources: Portfolio: Artifacts and Attestations
- Grading Rubric
Week 4 Evaluation
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Assignment
- Roadmap to Success in Digital Manufacturing & Design--Week 4
Final Project Submission and Evaluation
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Assignment
- Roadmap to Success in Digital Manufacturing & Design Project
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Videos
- Final Project Submission and Evaluation: Congratulations!
2
Readings
- Resources: Portfolio: Artifacts and Attestations
- Grading Rubric
Auto Summary
Embark on a journey to master Digital Manufacturing & Design with this foundational course by Coursera. Focused on Industry 4.0, learners will craft a personalized roadmap to achieve career goals in DM&D. The course includes a culminating project to enhance professional portfolios. Ideal for Science & Engineering enthusiasts, it offers 1080 minutes of content with Starter and Professional subscription options. Perfect for those aiming to thrive in the evolving manufacturing landscape.

Amy Moore