E-learning for manufacturing enterprises and universities based on ISOF Academy

Purpose: The main issue of this paper is to present digital courses. They are part of a ISOF Academy programme which is dedicated to both technical and economical university students and employees hired in various companies including manufacturing companies. Design/methodology/approach: Within this paper a diagram of tasks and problems occurring in a real companies was presented. Students solve this in an attractive form of virtual company with the use of digital teaching aids. Findings: The paper introduces advantages and benefits achieved by applying digital exercise platform in a process of educating students. It presents also a set of functional abilities which knowledge is necessary for students for a proper maintenance of ERP/MRP systems. Research limitations/implications: Further research should be concentrated on increasing efficiency and attractivity of digital trainings which are part of presented program. Practical implications: The paper introduces contents and characteristic features of existing digital exercise platform designated for universities and companies. The platform is based on a Moodle packet and meant for assisting in an education process ERP/MRP rank computer system working in a ASP mode. Originality/value: This paper can be useful for those who works with remote teaching methods including elearning. It can also be helpful for students and company employees interested in modern business technologies in ERP/MRP rank systems.

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