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Figure 17 : SIPP 3D Virtual Factory mode ( published with permission from SIPP producer )
CONCLUSION
As part of the digital transformation agenda , institutions of higher learning , particularly those offering engineering education , have made significant efforts to integrate with and adapt to Industry 4.0 . These institutions have embraced the digital transformation spurred by Industry 4.0 , not just for educational purposes but also to train future engineers [ 3 ]. This article emphasises the integration of Industry 4.0 elements into chemical engineering education at XMUM , as well as the importance of providing chemical engineering students with Industry 4.0 skillset prior to graduation . Industry 4.0 elements have been embedded into a number of undergraduate courses with the aim of enabling future engineers with both Industry 4.0 and complex problem solving competencies . In addition to strong engineering foundations and acquired soft skills , it is anticipated that the chemical engineering graduates of XMUM with an Industry 4.0 skillset , will have the edge in succeeding in the chemical industry and remaining relevant in Industry 4.0 era .
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT The authors would like to thank Yvonne Choo for proofreading the article .
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