UL 4600: Levels of Automation from SAE J3016: Level 4 – High Automation
- Date
- 2027-03-15
- Location
- Online
- Host
- UL 4600 (Functional Safety)
About this event
If you’re trying to understand what Level 4 high automation really means beyond the headline terms, this session is built for you. We’ll focus on the UL 4600 perspective on automation levels from SAE J3016, with attention on where Level 4 fits, what it enables, and what questions it raises for safety, design, and deployment. This is a virtual gathering for people who want a clearer, more practical grasp of autonomous system terminology and its implications. Whether you come from engineering, product, safety, policy, or you’re simply part of the wider mobility and autonomy community, you’ll leave with a sharper framework for thinking about high automation. About the Event This online event centers on UL 4600: Levels of Automation from SAE J3016: Level 4 – High Automation. The goal is to cre
Who should attend
This is for people who want a more precise, practical understanding of **Level 4 high automation** and how it is discussed in standards, safety, and real-world decision-making. - You work in **autonomy, robotics, mobility, or transportation** and want a clearer grasp of how SAE J3016 levels are interpreted in serious conversations. - You’re involved in **safety, systems, engineering, validation, or product work** and need better language for discussing responsibility, capability, and operational boundaries. - You sit in a **cross-functional role** and often have to translate between technical teams, business stakeholders, and external audiences. - You’re a **researcher, student, analyst, or policy-minded attendee** looking to sharpen your understanding of Level 4 without wading through vague summaries. - You care about **standards and trustworthy communication** and want to understand why exact terminology matters when people talk about automated systems. - You enjoy **community discussion and networking** with others who are thinking seriously about autonomy and safety, not just following the buzz. If you’ve ever heard “Level 4” used confidently but loosely, this event will help you sort out what the term should mean and how to use it more carefully.