
Industrial Training Course
Get the hands-on industrial knowledge employers demand, from safety and equipment operation to lean manufacturing and automation. This course covers every core discipline of modern industrial operations in one structured programme. Whether you're entering the field or stepping into a supervisory role, you'll finish ready to perform.
What you will learn:
This course covers the full scope of industrial operations, starting with facility orientation, safety protocols, and documentation standards. You will learn to operate and maintain industrial equipment, control production processes, and apply quality management tools. Lean manufacturing principles, including 5S, kanban, and value stream mapping, are covered in depth. You will also explore automation systems, PLC basics, and Industry 4.0 technologies. Production planning, OEE calculation, and data-driven improvement methods are included. Supplementary topics cover supply chain management, energy efficiency, project management, and team leadership.
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For businesses looking to train their team
With Dedika for businesses, the course includes exercises and examples tailored to your own business and the way your company needs.
Course content
8 Chapters • 39 LessonsDuration between 4 and 360 hours (you decide)
Chapter 1HideHide detailsSee detailsFoundations of Industrial Operations
Foundations of Industrial Operations
Lesson 1 • Core Safety Principles
Covers hazard identification, personal protective equipment, and emergency response basics. Safety compliance underpins every task performed in industrial settings.
Lesson 2 • Measurement and Units in Industry
Introduces metric and imperial measurement systems, tolerances, and calibration concepts. Precise measurement is the foundation of quality control and process accuracy.
Lesson 3 • Industrial Environment Overview
Introduces facility types, production zones, and workflow structures. Provides the spatial and organisational context needed for all subsequent operational learning.
Lesson 4 • Industrial Documentation and Standards
Teaches reading of work orders, technical drawings, and regulatory compliance documents. Accurate documentation interpretation is essential for quality and traceability.
Chapter 2HideHide detailsSee detailsIndustrial Health, Safety, and Environment
Industrial Health, Safety, and Environment
Lesson 1 • Chemical and Hazardous Material Safety
Covers safety data sheet interpretation, chemical storage, and spill response procedures. Correct chemical management protects workers and meets environmental discharge requirements.
Lesson 2 • Ergonomics and Occupational Health
Addresses workstation design, repetitive strain prevention, and noise and vibration exposure limits. Ergonomic controls reduce long-term occupational illness and absenteeism.
Lesson 3 • Risk Assessment Methodology
Teaches hazard identification, likelihood-consequence scoring, and control hierarchy application. Systematic risk assessment is the primary tool for preventing workplace incidents.
Lesson 4 • Incident Investigation and Reporting
Covers near-miss reporting, incident classification, investigation techniques, and corrective action. Thorough investigation prevents recurrence and builds a proactive safety culture.
Lesson 5 • Environmental Impact and Compliance
Introduces emissions, effluent, and waste management obligations relevant to industrial operations. Environmental compliance protects communities and avoids regulatory penalties.
Chapter 3HideHide detailsSee detailsIndustrial Equipment and Machinery
Industrial Equipment and Machinery
Lesson 1 • Preventive Maintenance Fundamentals
Introduces scheduled maintenance tasks, lubrication, and component inspection routines. Preventive maintenance reduces unplanned downtime and lowers repair costs.
Lesson 2 • Safe Equipment Operation Procedures
Covers pre-operation checks, start-up sequences, and shutdown protocols for common machines. Procedural discipline reduces accidents and extends equipment life.
Lesson 3 • Troubleshooting Common Equipment Faults
Develops systematic fault diagnosis using symptom analysis and root-cause methods. Rapid fault resolution minimises production losses and safety risks.
Lesson 4 • Equipment Classification and Selection
Categorises industrial machinery by function, capacity, and application. Correct equipment selection prevents damage, downtime, and safety incidents.
Lesson 5 • Material Handling Equipment
Covers forklifts, conveyors, hoists, and manual handling aids used in industrial logistics. Proper use prevents product damage and musculoskeletal injuries.
Chapter 4HideHide detailsSee detailsProduction Processes and Techniques
Production Processes and Techniques
Lesson 1 • Manufacturing Process Categories
Distinguishes discrete, continuous, and batch manufacturing models and their applications. Understanding process type guides equipment selection and scheduling decisions.
Lesson 2 • Production Output Verification
Establishes in-process checks, first-article inspection, and end-of-line verification steps. Verification at each stage catches defects before they propagate through the process.
Lesson 3 • Assembly and Fabrication Techniques
Introduces joining, forming, cutting, and finishing operations common across industries. Technique selection affects product integrity, cycle time, and material waste.
Lesson 4 • Raw Material Preparation
Covers receiving, inspection, storage, and pre-processing of raw materials. Proper material preparation prevents defects and production interruptions downstream.
Lesson 5 • Process Parameters and Control
Teaches monitoring and adjustment of temperature, pressure, speed, and flow variables. Maintaining parameters within specification ensures consistent product quality.
Chapter 5HideHide detailsSee detailsQuality Control and Assurance
Quality Control and Assurance
Lesson 1 • Statistical Process Control
Teaches control charts, process capability indices, and sampling plans for monitoring production. Statistical tools distinguish normal variation from process shifts requiring intervention.
Lesson 2 • Non-Conformance and Corrective Action
Establishes procedures for identifying, segregating, and dispositioning non-conforming product. Structured corrective action prevents recurrence and supports regulatory compliance.
Lesson 3 • Quality Auditing Fundamentals
Introduces internal audit planning, execution, and reporting against defined quality standards. Audits verify system effectiveness and identify gaps before external reviews.
Lesson 4 • Inspection and Testing Methods
Covers dimensional, visual, functional, and destructive testing techniques. Selecting the right method ensures defects are detected without unnecessary cost or delay.
Lesson 5 • Quality Management Principles
Introduces customer focus, process approach, and evidence-based decision-making as quality pillars. These principles align industrial operations with recognised quality management frameworks.
Chapter 6HideHide detailsSee detailsLean Manufacturing and Waste Elimination
Lean Manufacturing and Waste Elimination
Lesson 1 • Kaizen and Continuous Improvement Events
Guides planning, facilitation, and follow-up of focused improvement workshops. Kaizen events deliver rapid, measurable gains and build team problem-solving capability.
Lesson 2 • Lean Thinking Principles
Introduces value, waste, flow, pull, and perfection as the five lean principles. Understanding these concepts frames every improvement activity in lean manufacturing.
Lesson 3 • 5S Workplace Organisation
Covers Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardise, and Sustain as a foundation for operational discipline. A well-implemented 5S system reduces search time, errors, and safety hazards.
Lesson 4 • Pull Systems and Kanban
Introduces demand-driven replenishment using kanban signals to control inventory and flow. Pull systems reduce overproduction and align production rates with actual demand.
Lesson 5 • Value Stream Mapping
Teaches current-state and future-state mapping to visualise material and information flow. Value stream maps expose bottlenecks and guide prioritisation of improvement efforts.
Chapter 7HideHide detailsSee detailsIndustrial Automation and Control Systems
Industrial Automation and Control Systems
Lesson 1 • Human-Machine Interface Design
Introduces HMI screen design, alarm management, and operator interaction best practices. Effective HMI design reduces operator error and speeds fault response.
Lesson 2 • Programmable Logic Controllers
Teaches PLC hardware, ladder logic programming, and input-output configuration. PLCs are the primary control device in most industrial automation systems.
Lesson 3 • Sensors and Actuators
Covers proximity, temperature, pressure, and flow sensors alongside motors, valves, and cylinders. Correct sensor and actuator selection ensures reliable process feedback and control.
Lesson 4 • Automation Fundamentals and Architecture
Introduces manual, semi-automated, and fully automated system levels and their trade-offs. Automation architecture knowledge guides investment decisions and integration planning.
Lesson 5 • Automation System Diagnostics
Develops fault-finding skills using diagnostic tools, error codes, and signal tracing methods. Systematic diagnostics minimise downtime and prevent misdiagnosis-driven repairs.
Chapter 8HideHide detailsSee detailsProduction Planning and Performance Management
Production Planning and Performance Management
Lesson 1 • Key Performance Indicators for Production
Establishes a balanced set of production KPIs covering output, quality, cost, and delivery. KPI dashboards enable rapid identification of performance gaps and trend analysis.
Lesson 2 • Overall Equipment Effectiveness
Introduces availability, performance, and quality rate components of OEE calculation. OEE is the primary metric for identifying and quantifying equipment-related production losses.
Lesson 3 • Production Scheduling Techniques
Teaches sequencing, scheduling rules, and schedule optimisation for shop-floor execution. Effective scheduling balances due-date performance with resource efficiency.
Lesson 4 • Demand Forecasting and Capacity Planning
Covers demand analysis, capacity calculation, and constraint identification for production planning. Accurate capacity planning prevents both overloading and underutilisation of resources.
Lesson 5 • Data-Driven Improvement Planning
Applies Pareto analysis, trend charts, and A3 problem-solving to prioritise and plan improvements. Data-driven planning ensures resources are directed to the highest-impact opportunities.
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This course is for you:
Entry-level factory worker: wants structured knowledge to grow beyond the floor.
Career changer: moving from office or service work into industrial operations.
Maintenance technician: seeking broader operational context beyond their specialty.
Warehouse supervisor: ready to expand into production planning and quality roles.
Recent vocational graduate: bridging classroom theory with real industrial practice.
Small business owner: managing a production facility without formal industrial training.
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