Effective Approaches to Training CPS Knowledge and Skills

Training of skills for engineering CPS systems requires to convey deeper understanding of complex and multidisciplinary processes and products. Companies are facing complex challenges and encounter demands for specialized skills and interdisciplinary collaboration to achieve dependable mass products for end customers. Furthermore, industry demands flexibility, effectiveness, and efficiency in qualifying trainees. Usually they ask for: deliver yesterday, no time committed to training, and perfectly qualified trainees as outcome. The modular matrix course architecture is described for those in need to devise a complex training for industry. It is complemented by best practice recommendations for course development, delivery, and certification. The training and certification toolbox of the AQUA Knowledge Alliance for Automotive has fully implemented the described approach, and serves as a case study.