• 5 - Educating the Future of Industrial IoT and Industry 4.0 with Darren Anderson

  • Aug 27 2024
  • Length: 53 mins
  • Podcast

5 - Educating the Future of Industrial IoT and Industry 4.0 with Darren Anderson

  • Summary

  • In this episode of Unplugged, hosts Phil Saboa and Ed Fuentes are joined by Darren Anderson, a lecturer of industrial automation and mechatronics at South Eastern Regional College. With over 28 years of industry experience, Darren shares his journey from being an electrical maintenance engineer to an educator. The conversation covers his hands-on experience with PLCs, microcontrollers, and IoT, as well as how he incorporates these technologies into his curriculum. Darren also discusses the growing adoption of Industry 4.0 and IoT in local businesses and the importance of apprenticeships in bridging the skills gap.

    00:00 Introduction to Unplugged: An IIoT Podcast

    00:30 Meet Darren Anderson: Background and Experience

    02:15 The Drive Behind Learning and Understanding the "Why"

    05:42 Strategy and People Before Technology

    08:01 Upcoming Learning Goals: Ignition, Python, and SQL

    11:23 Continuous Learning and Industry Adaptability

    15:09 Challenges and Adaptations During the COVID-19 Pandemic

    18:45 Teaching and Sparking Interest in Advanced Technology

    21:56 The Role of Apprenticeships in Addressing Skills Gaps

    23:40 Engaging Students in IIoT and Industry Practices

    27:05 Personal Journey in Home Automation

    31:22 Understanding Energy Usage and Temperature Impact

    34:15 Challenges and Successes in IoT Projects

    38:12 Factory Tours: BMW Motorrad and Spirit AeroSystems

    41:08 Digital Transformation in Local Industries

    45:01 The Importance of Small Data and Operator Knowledge

    48:25 First Encounter with "Industry 4" and IoT

    50:13 Influencing Students with Hands-On IoT Projects

    54:04 Legacy Knowledge in Industry 4.0

    57:20 Becoming an Industry Evangelist

    59:05 Follow Darren Anderson on LinkedIn and Final Thoughts

    60:20 Subscribe to Unplugged: An IIoT Podcast

    Connect with Darren on LinkedIn:

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/darren-anderson-401408b2/

    Connect with Phil on LinkedIn:

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/phil-seboa/

    Connect with Ed on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ed-fuentes-2046121a/

    About Industry Sage Media:

    Industry Sage Media is your backstage pass to industry experts and the conversations that are shaping the future of the manufacturing industry.

    Learn more at: http://www.industrysagemedia.com


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