The focus of the course is on communication protocols for Internet of Things. The course starts with an introduction to applications and network architecture. Thereafter, methods for communication protocols are treated and it is shown, how these methods can be applied in the design of important aspects of the communication protocol stack.
EP270U Internet of Things 3.0 credits
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Course syllabus as PDF
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Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
Intended learning outcomes
After passing the course, the student should be able to
• give an account of the central tools in communication technology for Internet of Things (IoT)
• develop the design of practical IoT-systems in order to
• understand and explain which design options there are for a specific communication system
• be able to argue for which type of performance that should be prioritised in the design
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
Basic knowledge in
- calculus
- computer communication
- probability theory
Literature
You can find information about course literature either in the course memo for the course offering or in the course room in Canvas.
Examination and completion
Grading scale
P, F
Examination
- PRO1 - Project assignment, 3.0 credits, grading scale: P, F
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The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Examiner
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Ethical approach
- All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
- In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
- In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.
Further information
Course room in Canvas
Registered students find further information about the implementation of the course in the course room in Canvas. A link to the course room can be found under the tab Studies in the Personal menu at the start of the course.
Offered by
Main field of study
Electrical Engineering
Education cycle
Second cycle