• The Study of Developing Industrial Automation and Control Competence-Based Program by Applying ADDIE Model

Abstract

Most related studies support the premise that the ADDIE model provides a systematic approach for determining training needs, designing and developing training programs and materials, implementing training programs, and evaluating the effectiveness of training. However, no studies have paid adequate attention to industrial automation and control competence-based programs, especially in light of the challenges posed by Germany’s Industry 4.0 and Advanced Manufacturing Partnerships in the United States. This study explored the aforementioned competency gap in the literature and constructed an industrial automation and control competence-based program by using the ADDIE model with reference to the Australian Qualifications Framework. The results demonstrated that (1) using manpower supply and demand information can help to identify the talent gap in the industrial automation and control field; (2) three key basic tasks are controlling components, automating integrated systems to perform advanced tasks, and advancing applications by using motor-driven tasks; and (3) a total of 86 hours is required for industry automation and a control competence-based program to be implemented. This research contributes a valid instrument to assist governmental and industrial sectors in developing training strategies (e.g., job descriptions, performance appraisals, training programs).

Keywords: ADDIE, Competence, Automation Intelligence, Competence-Based Program, Australian Qualifications Framework