The transition to Industry 5.0 (I5.0) marks a shift toward human-centric, sustainable, and resilient manufacturing, leveraging technologies like collaborative robots (cobots) and AR/VR to enhance inclusivity, empowerment, and safety. This study investigates how Learning Factories (LFs) can effectively convey I5.0 principles to students and professionals. A simulated production line using AR/VR allowed participants to interact with virtual cobots, assessing key pillars of safety, inclusivity, and empowerment. A survey was used to assess the impact of this immersive environment on participants' perceptions and unconscious reactions. The findings demonstrate LFs' potential to prepare a workforce that integrates human creativity with technological innovation.

Fourth industrial revolution called Industry 4.0 has radically transformed production systems in manufacturing companies by the integration of emerging technologies. However, manufacturers must overcome several barriers, such as the lack of qualified talent to develop and manage various high-technology systems. Assembly system design aims to define proper assembly line configurations with the optimal performances to overcome increased competitiveness in the market. Nowadays, assembly system design should consider industry 4.0 concepts integration beyond traditional aspects like system balancing and sequencing. In this paper, we introduce a project-based learning approach to teach engineering students assembly system design taking into account industry 4.0 dimension. This project is carried out in collaboration with an industrial partner to design and implement car doors assembly line. The project demonstrated students interest and prepared them better for industry 4.0 era.