The Internet of Things (IoT) brings us a vision of a world in which trillions of devices can sense, communicate, and collaborate over the Internet, in the same way that humans interact and collaborate with one another over the World Wide Web. These interconnected devices offer exciting new services to improve our quality of lives and can be applied to various application domains - smart cities, smart homes, social services, and industrial automation. Sounds lit? Bring some bubble tea, come and see: what’s the tea with IoT?
This course may be conducted using both Flipped Learning and/or Blended Learning strategies. All lessons are on-site. Students will spend 2-3 hours weekly before lessons on flipped and/or blended learning preparatory activities such as readings, videos, meetups in small groups, meetups with the teacher, etc.
- Understand the IoT component technologies.
- Evaluate the suitability of various IoT for different application scenarios.
- Apply the necessary skills to integrate IoT into a holistic solution.
- Create an Internet of Things prototype to conquer a real-world societal challenge.
- Reflect deeply and broadly about the various ways in which the Internet of Things can make immense impact in society, especially to those in need.