IoT Devices and Wireless Communication (5 cr)

Objective

IoT-Devices and Wireless communications will cover the basics of designing an an Internet connected device. The course will cover the basics of selecting micro-controllers and sensors for use in a smart device.
Common standard wired communication protocols used to interface sensors and other devices in the system (such as I2C, USB, UART etc.) will be studied. In addition, common wireless protocols used for Personal Area Networks(PANs) (Zigbee, thread, Bluetooth...) and Low Power Wide Area Networks(LoRa WAN, 6LoWPAN) will be studied in detail. The knowledge acquired from the lectures and course slides will be applied into designing their own IoT device. Students will be expected to demonstrate their designs in the form of group presentations and a final report.

Content

- Wired communication protocols (I2C, USB, UART)
- Wireless communication protocols (Zigbee, thread, Bluetooth)
- Wide area network protocols (LoRa, 6LoWPAN)

Evaluation scale

0-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Student has achieved the course objectives fairly. Student will be able to identify, define and use the course subject area’s concepts and models. Student understands the criteria and principles of the expertise development.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Student has achieved the course objectives well, even though the knowledge and skills need improvement on some areas. Student is able to define the course concepts and models and is able to justify the analysis. Student is able to apply his/her knowledge in study and work situations. Student understands the importance of expertise in the field of information and communication technology and is able to analyze his/her own expertise.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Student has achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks. Student masters commendably the course subject area’s concepts and models. Student is able to make justified and fluent analysis and to present concrete development measures. Student is well prepared to apply his/her knowledge in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze expertise in the information and communication technology sector and the development of his/her own expertise.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Student has achieved the course objectives fairly. Student will be able to identify, define and use the course subject area’s concepts and models. Student understands the criteria and principles of the expertise development.