Modern manufacturing demands new skills. As technologies evolve and job profiles change, educators must continuously update training programmes, create engaging hands-on learning experiences, and support learners with different skill levels and career goals.

What if there was a way to simplify these challenges?

The curriculum is organised into modular learning paths. Grouped by topic and skill level, these paths combine digital courses, videos, hands-on training, user manuals and other learning resources into structured learning journeys that develop specific competencies step by step:

1. Start with foundational metalworking skills.

2. Explore the fundamentals of factory automation.

3. Expand to the Industry 4.0 technology topics most relevant for you.

4. Dive into specialised Industry 4.0 infrastructure topics.

Use the paths as provided or adapt them to your students, programme requirements and training objectives.

The benefits of the mechatronics curriculum extend to both educators and learners, enabling structured, industry-relevant training and preparing learners for success in modern manufacturing and automation careers.

Most learning paths incorporate hands-on experiments to connect theory with practice, boost problem-solving skills and build confidence – essential for proficiency and success in industry.

Below are some of the most relevant learning systems for the mechatronics curriculum. However, many more options are available depending on the paths and courses you choose. Relevant systems are listed at the beginning of each Festo LX course.