Episode 21: Automation–Helping Technicians Be More Productive

This podcast episode, published by the Center for Occupational Research and Development, is part of a series that covers issues and topics on technician development. In this episode, Dave Vasko, Director of Advanced Technologies at Rockwell Automation, discusses automation systems and the need to make these accessible for technicians. Vasko explores the emergence of technologies such as artificial intelligence and cobots in manufacturing. In this context, Vasko explores the technological skills that working and aspiring technicians need, which range from coding knowledge to the ability to configure networks and firewalls.

The audio recording runs 21:57 minutes in length. A transcript, show notes, and a podcast feedback survey are also available on the episode webpage.