Course Objectives:
- Understand concepts related to Cyber-Physical Systems and their essential elements.
- Appreciate the unique challenges and complexities faced in computing for the natural world.
- Acquire and apply the necessary skills to design, develop, and maintain Cyber-Physical Systems.
- Create a Cyber-Physical Systems prototype to conquer a real-world societal challenge.
- Think deeply and broadly about the various ways in which Cyber-Physical Systems can make immense impact in society, especially to those in need.
Students developed digital solutions for elderly residents, especially for those living alone in rental flats, on how they can get access to help with ad-hoc tasks such as fixing electrical appliances, moving furniture, buying groceries etc.
Students developed a chatbot prototype for the SMU-X department, to reduce the number of queries they received from students and the community. They also developed a digital prototype for the makerspace that help track item removals, and facilitate the borrowing (and returning) of makerspace equipment.
Students developed solutions and prototyped for a digital payment system that can be made accessible to groups which do not have access to smartphones and/or internet connection.