Practice-oriented introduction to artificial intelligence
Technical education and training in the field of machine learning
Artificial intelligence and machine learning are currently permeating the industrial sector. This trend is caused by increasingly powerful computers. This means that large quantities of sensor data can be systematically analysed and recommendations for action can be made. With "Machine Learning Vision", Festo Didactic is addressing these trends. The educational module provides a practical introduction to the topic. "Our aim is to provide industrial companies with real-life application scenarios in the form of learning solutions for technical education and training. In this way, skilled workers can be prepared in a targeted manner for tomorrow's practice," says Dr Hans Jörg Stotz, Member of the Management Board, Festo Didactic.
Real application scenarios for industrial companies
The application scenario is optical quality inspection, which, for example, enables the differentiation of good and bad components. On the hardware side, an industrial camera module is used that can be operated "stand-alone" or as part of an entire learning factory and is connected by means of corresponding machine learning-based software. According to all predictions, the share of such intelligent software within modern production systems will continue to increase in the coming years. " In-depth vocational and further training is the key factor for mastering such complex systems in the future and using them profitably," says Dr Tobias Schubert, Industry 4.0 Officer, Festo Didactic.
Learning materials ensure didactic support
The learning materials provide an overview and explain the most common terms. In addition, the learning software offers an introduction to the necessary operations in the field of optical quality inspection, especially with neural networks. Due to prepared data, beginners can carry out the experiments without programming knowledge.
Festo Didactic is a leading provider of technical education and further education. Its portfolio includes digital learning tools, hands-on training systems, workforce development programs, and comprehensive curricula in areas such as industrial automation, electrical engineering, industrial maintenance, pneumatics and hydraulics, renewable energy, and Industry 4.0. Festo Didactic supports schools, universities, training centers, research institutions, and industrial companies worldwide. Festo Didactic is part of Festo, an independent, globally oriented family-owned company headquartered in Esslingen am Neckar, Germany. In 2025, approximately 800 Festo Didactic employees working across more than 60 Festo national companies generated sales of approximately EUR 155 million.
