Content, progress and pedagogy of the module

Learning objectives

Knowledge

• Must have knowledge of sensor node technology
• Must have knowledge of hardware architectures for wireless sensor networks.
• Must have knowledge of operating systems for wireless sensor networks and their respective design issues
• Must have knowledge of IEEE 802.15 standard and communication technologies associated with it Low Energy Bluetooth, ZigBee, Z-wave, etc.
• Must have an understanding of short range communication standards like – Radio-frequency identification (RFID) and Near Field Communication (NFC)
• Must have detailed knowledge of protocols used in different layers, eg., Medium Access Control (MAC) protocols, routing protocols, transport control protocols
• Must have knowledge of Network management for Wireless Sensor Networks
• Must have knowledge of different security mechanisms used today for maintaining the confidentiality, integrity and authenticity of the data, sensor nodes and the networks

Skills

• Must have skills to design sensor networks based on requirements       
• Must be able to monitor and manage sensor data
• Must be able to identify vulnerabilities in the system
• Must be able to propose efficient techniques for routing and handling of data

Competences

• Must be able to successfully combine hardware, embedded software, web services and create systems  that are interactive and practical
• Must be able to apply the theories and tools for Internet of Thing (IoT) in specific application areas
• Must have competencies to set some design rules, protocols for IoT architecture

Type of instruction

Refer to the overview of instruction types listed in the start of chapter 3. The types of instruction for this course are decided according to the current Joint Programme Regulations and directions are decided and given by The Study Board of Electronics and IT.

Notice: This elective course might not be offered if less than 10 students sign up.

Exam

Exams