Artificial intelligence (AI) has become an integral part of many areas of life. The need for knowledge in this area is also constantly increasing in professional life. It, therefore, becomes increasingly important for companies to train their employees accordingly.
This is where the “AI Training & Qualification Campus” (AI-TRACQ) comes in. The regional technology and skills platform, which is being set up by various research and educational institutions, primarily addresses manufacturing and production companies in the Heilbronn-Franconia region. It will create capacities to train and qualify employees in a qualification center, to methodically develop AI in a science center, and to promote AI-based entrepreneurship and innovation in the Innovation Hub.
Technological Solutions and a Solid Knowledge Base
AI-TRACQ helps promote research and innovation in the region and introduce modern technologies. To this end, a central platform is being set up to provide feasible technological solutions for regional companies. At the same time, the platform creates a solid knowledge base for the long-term development of new ideas and the training of qualified personnel. In this way, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in particular, will be boosted.
Thanks to the collaboration of various partners – such as the TUM Campus Heilbronn, Heilbronn University (HHN), Fraunhofer IAO, and the Baden-Württemberg Cooperative State University (DHBW) – ethical issues relating to AI can be addressed in a scientifically sound manner. The combined resources make it possible to develop innovative research projects. A shared infrastructure facilitates collaboration and technological implementation. The project strengthens the region through new solutions, products, and processes, as well as through the training of well-qualified graduates.
TUM Campus Heilbronn Develops Qualification Programs
Die TUM Campus Heilbronn gGmbH is making an important contribution to AI-TRACQ. It is focusing on the “Qualification Center & Advanced Trainings” sub-project. The aim of the project is to derive specific training needs and identify the most suitable training opportunities. The particular focus will be on the specific needs of SMEs.
Under the lead of the DHBW and together with the HHN, Die TUM Campus Heilbronn gGmbH is involved in three work packages:
In the first work package, the participating universities want to design and develop information formats for the interested public in the region on the topic of AI and its acceptance behavior. They also aim to design, develop, and regularly hold AI-related seminars and certificate courses. Finally, yet importantly, together with the Applied Science & Tech Department under the lead of the HHN, project-related qualification offers will be made visible, advertised, and coordinated across institutions.
TUM’s Interdisciplinary Approach Proves Its Worth
The second work package is about designing, developing, advertising, and regularly implementing qualification and further training courses in the areas of data analytics, entrepreneurship & business development, and data governance & ethics. Die TUM Campus Heilbronn gGmbH cooperates with the Applied Science & Tech Department and the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Department.
In addition to the aforementioned training courses, companies can train their entire workforce in using AI and digital technologies. This is where TUM's interdisciplinary approach, which combines leadership and technological expertise, comes into play. A modular structure of the training courses enables customized training and promotes cooperation with partners.
Finally, the third work package picks up on the results of the previous work packages and interlinks the courses offered by all partners. Bundling the offerings should make it easier to present them as part of all regional activities and platforms, for example, in location and skilled worker campaigns.
Spreading AI Knowledge in the Heilbronn-Franconia Region
In conclusion, the AI-TRACQ project aims to disseminate knowledge about AI in the Heilbronn-Franconia region to strengthen the regional economy and promote “home-grown” AI products. It facilitates cooperation between science and industry and supports regional structural change through digital transformation.
Manufacturing companies, in particular, benefit from strengthening their AI and digitalization skills. AI-TRACQ also contributes to resource efficiency and sustainability by developing AI solutions that reduce the consumption of resources in production. In this way, the project supports Baden-Württemberg's innovation strategy and regional development.
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