Industry 4.0 & IIoT Course | Prof. Sudip Misra | IIT Kharagpur | Free Online
Course Details
| Exam Registration | 24981 |
|---|---|
| Course Status | Ongoing |
| Course Type | Core |
| Language | English |
| Duration | 12 weeks |
| Categories | Computer Science and Engineering |
| Credit Points | 3 |
| Level | Undergraduate/Postgraduate |
| Start Date | 19 Jan 2026 |
| End Date | 10 Apr 2026 |
| Enrollment Ends | 02 Feb 2026 |
| Exam Registration Ends | 20 Feb 2026 |
| Exam Date | 26 Apr 2026 IST |
| NCrF Level | 4.5 — 8.0 |
Introduction To Industry 4.0 And Industrial Internet Of Things: Your Gateway to the Fourth Industrial Revolution
The world stands at the brink of a technological transformation that will fundamentally alter the way we live, work, and manufacture. This transformation is known as Industry 4.0, and at its heart lies the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). For students and professionals in engineering and computer science, understanding these concepts is no longer optional—it's essential.
To bridge this knowledge gap, the Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur offers a comprehensive 12-week course, "Introduction to Industry 4.0 and Industrial Internet of Things," led by the distinguished Prof. Sudip Misra. This course is a masterclass in the technologies driving modern industrial innovation.
Meet Your Instructor: Prof. Sudip Misra
Learning complex topics is best done under the guidance of an expert, and this course offers one of the best. Prof. Sudip Misra is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at IIT Kharagpur, with a stellar career spanning prestigious institutions like Cornell University and Yale University in the USA.
With a Ph.D. from Carleton University, Canada, and experience in academia, government, and the private sector, Prof. Misra brings a unique, practical perspective. An author of over 260 research papers and recipient of numerous awards—including the IEEE ComSoc Asia Pacific Outstanding Young Researcher Award and the Humboldt Research Fellowship—he is a leading authority in IoT, wireless networks, and learning systems. His expertise ensures the course content is both cutting-edge and deeply insightful.
What is This Course About?
This course demystifies the core concepts behind the fourth industrial revolution. Industry 4.0 involves the integration of digital technologies like IoT, AI, and big data into industrial processes, creating "smart factories" where machines communicate and optimize themselves.
Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is the application of IoT specifically in industrial settings. It connects machines, sensors, and devices on the factory floor to software systems for planning, enterprise management, and product lifecycle management, enabling unprecedented efficiency and data-driven decision-making.
The course is structured to take you from the foundational principles to advanced applications, covering the key technological drivers:
- Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS)
- Internet of Things (IoT) & IIoT
- Cloud & Fog Computing
- Machine Learning & Big Data Analytics
- Cybersecurity
- Augmented & Virtual Reality (AR/VR)
Who Should Enroll?
This course is meticulously designed for a broad audience:
- Students: Undergraduate and Postgraduate students in Computer Science & Engineering (CSE), IT, Electronics & Communication (ECE), Electrical Engineering (EE), Instrumentation, and Industrial Engineering.
- Industry Professionals: Engineers, managers, and tech enthusiasts across all industrial sectors looking to upskill and understand the future of manufacturing and automation.
Pre-requisite: Only a basic knowledge of computers and the internet is required, making it highly accessible.
Detailed 12-Week Course Layout
The course is organized into a logical progression over 12 weeks:
| Week | Topics Covered |
|---|---|
| Week 1-2 | Fundamentals & Introduction to Industry 4.0: Sensing, Actuation, Communication, Networking, Globalization, Smart Factories, LEAN Production. |
| Week 3 | Core Technologies: Cyber-Physical Systems, AI, Big Data, AR/VR, Product Lifecycle Management. |
| Week 4-5 | IIoT Foundations: Cybersecurity, Industrial Processes, IIoT Business Models & Reference Architecture. |
| Week 6-7 | IIoT Architectural Layers: Deep dive into Sensing, Processing, Communication, and Networking layers specific to IIoT. |
| Week 8-9 | Data & Control: Big Data Analytics, Machine Learning, R/Julia Programming, Hadoop, Software Defined Networks (SDN), Cloud Computing. |
| Week 10 | Advanced Concepts & Security: Fog Computing, IIoT Security frameworks. |
| Week 11-12 | Real-World Applications & Case Studies: Healthcare, Power Plants, Inventory Management, Food & Pharma Industry, UAVs, and detailed case studies from Milk Processing, Manufacturing, and Virtual Reality Labs. |
Recommended Books & Resources
To supplement the video lectures, Prof. Misra recommends his own authoritative texts, which serve as perfect companions for the course:
- 1. Introduction to IoT by S. Misra, A. Mukherjee, and A. Roy (Cambridge University Press, 2020).
- 2. Introduction to Industrial Internet of Things and Industry 4.0 by S. Misra, C. Roy, and A. Mukherjee (CRC Press, 2020).
- 3. A curated list of relevant Research Papers for advanced study.
Why You Should Take This Course
In a competitive job market, specialized knowledge in Industry 4.0 and IIoT is a significant differentiator. This course, offered for free by one of India's premier institutes and a world-class instructor, provides:
- Structured Learning: A clear path from basics to advanced applications.
- Industry Relevance: Content supported by all industrial sectors.
- Practical Insights: Through real-world case studies across diverse domains.
- Foundational Knowledge: To pursue careers in automation, data science, industrial IoT, and smart manufacturing.
Embark on your learning journey today and position yourself at the forefront of the industrial revolution. Enroll in "Introduction to Industry 4.0 and Industrial Internet of Things" and build the expertise that will define the future of industry.
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