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Answer to your IIoT Questions
This IIoT Mini-Course is the perfect place to get started on your digital transformation learning journey. The course is designed to cut through the noise and buzzwords and explain the concepts in a simple, easy to understand manner that won't put you to sleep.
7 short videos Walker Reynolds recommends everyone watch first
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Watch all 7 lessons anytime, at your convenience.
Follow-Along Lessons
All lessons performed on a white board illustrating the concepts being taught to make them easy to understand
Industry Expert Instruction
Learn directly from Walker Reynolds, President and Solutions Architect at 4.0 Solutions, and gain insights from leaders in industry 4.0 and AI-driven manufacturing.
Community Connection
Join a network of engineers, integrators, and digital leaders transforming manufacturing.
About this course
Overview
This free, self-paced course will give you the skills to understand and implement Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) solutions in your manufacturing operations. You'll learn the fundamentals of digital transformation, Unified Namespace architecture, and how to calculate critical manufacturing metrics like OEE.
This course features 7 essential video lessons recommended by Walker Reynolds that cut through the buzzwords and explain IIoT concepts in a simple, practical way. You'll learn the infrastructure patterns, terminology, and strategic thinking needed to lead digital transformation initiatives in industrial environments.
Whether you're just starting your IIoT journey or looking to solidify your foundational knowledge, this mini-course provides the frameworks and real-world context you need to drive digital transformation in manufacturing.
By the end, you'll know exactly how to approach IIoT architecture, understand the Unified Namespace, and articulate the value of Industry 4.0 initiatives to stakeholders at any level.
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Who this course is for
- Engineers and integrators working in industrial automation
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OT/IT professionals building modern data architectures
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Digital transformation leaders scaling real-time systems
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Teams adopting Unified Namespace or event-driven architectures
- Developers implementing IIoT solutions for manufacturing systems
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What you'll learn
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What is a Digital Factory
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What is Digital Transformation for Industry?
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A typical IIoT Infrastructure Revealed
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IIoT Infrastructure Detailed Explanation
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How to Calculate OEE and Why You Need To
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What's the difference between IIoT, Industry 4.0, & Digital Transformation?
Requirements
- A computer with internet access
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Basic understanding of industrial systems (PLC, SCADA, MES)
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Curiosity and willingness to explore modern manufacturing, IIoT, and digital transformation
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Meet your instructor
Walker Reynolds
Industry 4.0 Solutions Architect & Lead Educator at IIoT University
With more than two decades in steel, automotive, printing, and mining, Walker has architected some of the world’s most advanced digital-factory solutions. He now channels that experience into clear, actionable training—empowering engineers and leaders to build Unified Namespace architectures, deploy MES and IIoT systems, and drive real-world transformation on the plant floor.
Reviews
What professionals are saying
Hear from engineers, integrators, and leaders who have accelerated their digital transformation journey through this FREE course.
"Hands down, one of the best IIoT Courses"
-Â Muhammad Yousaf
"Thank you Walker and your team for putting all of this content together. I have been following your content for a few years. I look forward to learning more by joining the Mastermind program as soon as possible."
- Thomas McDaniel
"Excellent mini-course, complicated concepts explained in a simple way, thanks Walker"
- Giovanni Montes
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IIoT Fundamentals
Understanding Digital Transformation
Cut through the buzzwords and gain an understanding of how to implement Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) solutions in manufacturing. Learn the fundamentals of Unified Namespace architecture, IIoT infrastructure, and how to calculate critical manufacturing metrics that drive operational excellence
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We are committed to keeping this IIoT Mini-Course 100% Free Forever. No hidden fees, no trial periods, no credit card required. Just valuable knowledge to accelerate your digital transformation journey.