CAVS Extension

This one-day workshop will provide an introduction to Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Root Cause Analysis, Poka-yoke Principles, and Process Control Plans as tools to identify and manage risk in an Industry 4.0 environment. The methodology emphasizes implementing proactive countermeasures driven by data and cross-functional expertise to prevent mistakes from becoming defects that cause customer dissatisfaction and increase costs. The training is reinforced with team activities following the 10-step mistake proofing process on a simulated Industry 4.0 factory in our i4.0 Skills Accelerator Lab.

• Process Mapping
• Identifying Failure Modes
• Root Cause Analysis
• PFMEA Template
• Evaluating Severity, Occurrence, and Detection
• Process Controls
• Prioritizing and Reducing Risks
• Control Plans
• Sampling
• Inspection Reports

Engineers, supervisors, and managers who want to take a more proactive, systematic approach to process risk management.

Instructor(s): Adam Collins, PE and Montrell Marshall

Date(s): May 19, 2026 (Canton, MS)

Time: 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Location: MSU CAVS Extension - 153 Mississippi Parkway Canton, MS 39046

Cost:$150.00 ¹

Please contact Coretta Price at cprice@cavse.msstate.edu or 601-407-2770 if you have any questions.

¹Pricing is contingent upon participant eligibility for state funding. Eligibility will be assessed during registration. For more information about eligibility click here.

This two-day workshop will discuss the 8D problem solving process in an Industry 4.0 environment. 8D Problem Solving is a disciplined and effective approach to solve chronic and recurring problems. 8D provides excellent guidelines to identify the root cause of the problem, implement containment actions, develop and then implement corrective and preventive actions to eliminate the problem permanently. This is accomplished by utilizing a simulated Industry 4.0 Factory and completing a hands on walk through of the 8D disciplines. Attendees will also complete an 8D long form during the simulated activity.

• Industry 4.0 Overview
• Process Mapping
• 8 Disciplines of Problem Solving
• 8D Long Form
• Root Cause Analysis
• Real-world Problem-Solving Simulation

Engineers, supervisors, and managers who want to take a more proactive, systematic approach to problem solving.

Instructor(s): Jonathan Howell and Montrell Marshall

Date(s): May 20-21, 2026 (Canton, MS)

Time: 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Location: MSU CAVS Extension - 153 Mississippi Parkway Canton, MS 39046

Cost:$200.00 ¹

Please contact Coretta Price at cprice@cavse.msstate.edu or 601-407-2770 if you have any questions.

¹Pricing is contingent upon participant eligibility for state funding. Eligibility will be assessed during registration. For more information about eligibility click here.

This one-day workshop offers attendees an introduction to seven key technologies driving the fourth Industrial Revolution, commonly known as Industry 4.0. Participants will be guided through each topic, exploring various technologies and their applications in industry. Hands-on activities are included to provide practical experience with the technology discussed. By the end of the workshop, attendees will have a foundational understanding of Industry 4.0 technologies and insight into how these innovations could benefit their company.

Technology Topics:

• Autonomous Robots
• Machine Monitoring
• Additive Manufacturing
• System Integration
• Big Data Analytics
• Simulation/Digital Twins
• Augmented/Virtual Reality

Date(s): May 26, 2026

Time: 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Location: MSU CAVS Extension - 153 Mississippi Parkway Canton, MS 39046

Cost:$150.00 ¹

Please contact Coretta Price at cprice@cavse.msstate.edu or 601-407-2770 if you have any questions.

¹Pricing is contingent upon participant eligibility for state funding. Eligibility will be assessed during registration. For more information about eligibility click here.

This workshop introduces participants to Microsoft Power Automate as a powerful tool for streamlining and digitizing manufacturing workflows. Attendees will learn how to build automated processes that connect data, systems, and people, reducing manual tasks and improving operational efficiency. The curriculum covers flow creation, integration with manufacturing platforms, and real-world use cases such as maintenance tracking, inventory alerts, and production reporting. Designed for professionals in manufacturing and operations, no programming experience is required.

Instructor(s): Jonathan Howell, Martin Konrad, Travis Hill and Chase Saunders

Date(s): June 1, 2026 (Canton, MS)

Time: 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Location: MSU CAVS Extension - 153 Mississippi Parkway Canton, MS 39046

Cost:$350.00 ¹

Please contact Coretta Price at cprice@cavse.msstate.edu or 601-407-2770 if you have any questions.

¹Pricing is contingent upon participant eligibility for state funding. Eligibility will be assessed during registration. For more information about eligibility click here.

This hands-on workshop introduces participants to Microsoft Power Apps as a tool for creating custom applications that support smart manufacturing initiatives. Attendees will learn how to design and deploy low-code solutions to streamline data collection, automate workflows, and enhance visibility across production systems. The curriculum covers app development fundamentals, integration with manufacturing data sources, and real-world use cases tailored to industrial environments. No prior coding experience is required, ideal for engineers, technicians, and operations professionals seeking to modernize their processes.

Instructor(s): Jonathan Howell, Martin Konrad, Travis Hill and Chase Saunders

Date(s): June 2-3, 2026 (Canton, MS)

Time: 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Location: MSU CAVS Extension - 153 Mississippi Parkway Canton, MS 39046

Cost:$550.00 ¹

Please contact Coretta Price at cprice@cavse.msstate.edu or 601-407-2770 if you have any questions.

¹Pricing is contingent upon participant eligibility for state funding. Eligibility will be assessed during registration. For more information about eligibility click here.

With the increasing amount of data being generated from Industry 4.0 equipment, dashboards are a useful way to visualize and analyze this data. This workshop focuses on the visual exploration of this data and the development of digital dashboards to provide usable information and aid decision making for management, engineers and shop floor personnel. We will utilize Microsoft Power BI to extract data, transform data and generate visuals to help analyze industrial systems. The workshop will be highly interactive and include practical hands-on examples.

• Overview of Microsoft Power BI
• Data Sources
• Data Transformations
• Dashboard Development
• Data Analysis
• Power BI Service
• Hands-on Examples

Managers and technical professionals interested in analyzing and visualizing Industry 4.0 data.

Instructor(s): Travis Hill and Martin Konrad

Date(s): June 4-5, 2026

Time: 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Location: MSU CAVS Extension - 153 Mississippi Parkway Canton, MS 39046

Cost:$275.00 ¹

Please contact Coretta Price at cprice@cavse.msstate.edu or 601-407-2770 if you have any questions.

¹Pricing is contingent upon participant eligibility for state funding. Eligibility will be assessed during registration. For more information about eligibility click here.

This comprehensive workshop provides a structured, end-to-end approach to understanding, implementing, and sustaining Industry 4.0 technologies in manufacturing environments.

Participants will gain:

• A foundational overview of current and emerging technologies such as AI, digital twins, machine vision, and predictive maintenance.
• A step-by-step guide to integrating these technologies into production systems, including ROI calculations and cost-benefit analysis. Strategic planning tools to develop a sustainable roadmap for digital transformation, with a focus on maintainability, scalability, and long-term value creation.

Designed for manufacturing professionals, engineers, and decision-makers, this workshop bridges the gap between technical implementation and strategic execution, empowering participants to lead successful Industry 4.0 initiatives.

Instructor(s): Jonathan Howell and William (Billy) Peacock, PE

Date(s): June 16-17, 2026 (Canton, MS)

Time: 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Location: MSU CAVS Extension - 153 Mississippi Parkway Canton, MS 39046

Cost:$725.00 ¹

Please contact Coretta Price at cprice@cavse.msstate.edu or 601-407-2770 if you have any questions.

¹Pricing is contingent upon participant eligibility for state funding. Eligibility will be assessed during registration. For more information about eligibility click here.

Three-day hands-on course covering the fundamentals of steel processing and its interaction with end-product structure, properties, and performance. Topics to be covered include:

• Chemistry-Process-Structure-Property-Performance (CPSPP) paradigm for material development
• Alloying elements and their effects
• Fundamentals of various steel processing methods
• Overview of steel phases, transformations, and microstructures, and their connection with properties and performance
• Live demonstrations of steel processing including vacuum induction melting, ingot casting, hot rolling, forging/pressing, etc.

Instructor(s): Hongjoo Rhee and Shiraz Mujahid

Date(s): June 16-18, 2026

Time: 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Location: CAVS-Research - 200 Research Blvd, Starkville, MS and Edwards Building - Steel Research 72 Herbert Street, Mississippi State, MS

Cost:$750.00 ¹

Please contact Coretta Price at cprice@cavse.msstate.edu or 601-407-2770 if you have any questions.

¹Pricing is contingent upon participant eligibility for state funding. Eligibility will be assessed during registration. For more information about eligibility click here.