Course Outline
Day 1 · Foundations ( Training Venue · Shenzhen )
AI Essentials for Business Leaders
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What AI can and cannot do today, explained without jargon.
How Robots Work
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Sensors, motors and software, from industrial arms and cobots to humanoids.
Embodied AI
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How robots learn to see, decide and act in the real world, and where the limits are.
First Steps with a Simulated Robot
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Run a humanoid and a robot arm in a virtual lab and explore why tasks succeed or fail.
Preparing for the Company Visits
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What to look for and which questions to ask the host companies.
End of Day
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Short quiz and group review of the key concepts.
Day 2 · Industry Visits ( Robotics Manufacturers · Shenzhen )
Morning · Humanoid Robot Manufacturer
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Company briefing
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Demonstration areas
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Live robot demonstrations where available
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Q&A with the team
Afternoon · Industrial Robot Manufacturer
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Robot arms and automation in production
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Integration, service and export topics
Late Afternoon · Group Debrief
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Compare what we saw in terms of technology maturity, cost and readiness for real-world use.
End of Day
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Each participant shares three key takeaways, followed by group discussion.
Day 3 · Hands-on Lab & Next Steps ( Partner Robotics Lab · Shenzhen )
Hands-on Robot Lab
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Teach a collaborative robot arm a task and operate a humanoid or mobile robot, guided by trainers.
From Simulation to Reality
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Explore why robots that work in the virtual lab can struggle in the real world.
The Business Case for Robotics
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Costs, return on investment, safety and working with Chinese suppliers.
Your Robotics Pilot Plan
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Draft a one-page pilot plan for your organisation and present it for feedback.
End of Day
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Final review, feedback and certificates.
What Is Included
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Expert-led sessions in English
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Hands-on laboratory with real robots
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Virtual lab access via DaDesktop
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Two company visits
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Local transport to visits and laboratory
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Course materials and job aids
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NobleProg Digital Certificate upon completion
Not Included
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International flights
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Accommodation
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Visa costs
Notes
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Host companies are confirmed for each session. Visit content depends on host approval, and photography is subject to host rules.
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The programme can be customised to the needs of your organisation or group.
Requirements
· No technical background required
· Interest in automation, AI or innovation
· A laptop with a web browser
· No software licences needed
Target Audience
· Business owners, CEOs and senior managers
· Innovation, strategy and digital transformation leaders
· Operations and procurement managers
· Investors exploring the robotics sector
Relevant industries: Manufacturing, Logistics, Retail, Healthcare, Hospitality, Technology, Investment, Public sector.