The Internet of Things course offers you the opportunity to immerse yourself in a rapidly growing sector, with increasing demand for skilled workers and a significant impact on a wide range of industries. Through this course, you will gain essential knowledge of the IoT, covering everything from general concepts to the specific hardware and software platforms needed to develop innovative solutions. You’ll learn about the interoperability and the protocols from communication which facilitate efficient connectivity between devices, as well as cybersecurity in the IoT – a crucial aspect for protecting information in this interconnected environment. The training is designed to provide you with skills which will position you as a competent professional who is well-suited to the demands of today’s market. If you’re looking for a career with a future and want to be at the cutting edge of technology, this course is your gateway to a world full of possibilities.
Internet of Things
Digital Skills
45 hours
Introduction
Objectives
- To understand the key concepts and architecture of the Internet of Things (IoT).
- Identify the hardware components used in the IoT.
- Analyse different IoT platforms and software.
- To evaluate communication protocols in IoT devices.
- Apply cybersecurity principles in IoT environments.
- Explore interoperability between IoT devices.
- To examine practical examples of IoT in everyday life.
Table of Contents
TEACHING UNIT 1. INTRODUCTION TO THE IoT COURSE
Introduction
Units
References
Course methodology
Abbreviations and acronyms used throughout the course
About the author
TEACHING UNIT 2. INTRODUCTION TO THE IoT
Unit
The history of the internet: a brief timeline.
IoT
Areas of application
IoT: Benefits and risks
Current initiatives
References
TEACHING UNIT 3. GENERAL CONCEPTS APPLIED TO THE IoT
Unit
A review of general concepts applied to the IoT
Electrical Engineering and Electronics
Computer science concepts
Communications
Derivative technologies
Conclusions of the chapter
References
TEACHING UNIT 4. IoT HARDWARE
Unit
Introduction to IoT Hardware
Systems on a chip
Industrial equipment
Network devices
Sensors and actuators
Conclusions of the chapter
References
TEACHING UNIT 5. PLATFORMS, SOFTWARE AND INTEROPERABILITY
Unit
Introduction to IoT software
The world of devices
The cloud and platforms
Conclusions of the chapter
References
TEACHING UNIT 6. COMMUNICATION PROTOCOLS
Unit
An Introduction to Communication Protocols
Communication networks
IoT communication protocols
Conclusions of the chapter
References
TEACHING UNIT 7. CYBERSECURITY IN THE IoT
Unit
An Introduction to Cybersecurity
Attacks
Prevention
The Internet of Things and cyberattacks
Conclusions of the chapter
References