Internet of ThingsLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

Upon completion of the course, students will understand the principles of how the Internet of Things works. They will know the history of IoT technology, key concepts and principles of operation. In addition, students will be familiar with IoT technology and be able to apply their skills in practice.

Content

• Concepts and definitions
• Requirements, functionalists and structures of IoT
• IoT enabled technologies and IoT architecture
• Hardware and software components of IoT
• Networking and communication protocols of IoT
• IoT services and applications
• Introduction to IoT standards and security practices

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student
• has achieved the objectives of the course to a satisfactory level
• is able to identify, define and use concepts and models in the subject area of the course
• understands the conditions and principles of the development of expertise
• has completed the learning tasks required for the course to the minimum standard
• has developed their competences in such a way that they will be able to complete their future professional studies and eventually work in the field.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student
• has achieved the objectives of the course well, although there are still areas where knowledge and skills need to be improved
• has completed the learning tasks of the course at a satisfactory or good level
• has a good understanding of the concepts and models of the subject matter of the course and is able to carry out a reasoned analysis
• is able to apply what they have learned in learning and working life situations
• understands the importance of expertise in the field and is able to analyse their own expertise.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student
• has achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks
• has completed the learning tasks of the course at a good or excellent level
• has an excellent command of the concepts and models of the subject matter of the course
• is able to analyse clearly and reasonably and propose practical development measures
• has a good ability to apply what they have learned in learning and working life situations
• is able to analyse expertise in their field and their own development towards expertise.