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
Types of instruction are listed at the start of §17; Structure
and contents of the programme.
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
Name of exam | Internet of Things |
Type of exam | Written or oral exam |
ECTS | 5 |
Assessment | 7-point grading scale |
Type of grading | Internal examination |
Criteria of assessment | The criteria of assessment are stated in the Examination
Policies and Procedures |