Internet of Things
- Sciences
- 800 level
- 2 credit units
- 141 pages
- 11 units
This course introduces the Internet of Things (IoT) and its applications in various industries. It covers the building blocks of IoT systems, including sensors, processors, gateways, and applications. The course also explores security considerations, challenges, and solutions in IoT networks, support, and application layers. Additionally, it examines the Internet of Everything (IoE) and its opportunities in business and digital transformation.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 40 hours
- Maths
- Basic
- Content
- Theoretical, practical, case study
- Practical work
- Yes
- Basic Networking Concepts
- Programming Fundamentals
- Database Management
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of CIT882, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
CIT882 · UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION TO INTERNET OF THINGS (IOT)
In this course, you will be exposed to the introductory aspect of IoT and its application across different industries, the use of Data Analytics with business and its efficiency, and other applications such as remote monitoring, smart homes, IoT in Diary Farms e.t.c.
What you should be able to do
- Identify application areas of IoT
- Identify vulnerabilities and attacks in IoT
- Build a countermeasure against the vulnerability
- Identify opportunities in IoT
- Describe the architecture of IoT devices
What it prepares you for
- IoT Engineer
- Network Security Analyst
- Data Analyst
- System Architect
- Solution Architect
- Manufacturing
- Healthcare
- Transportation
- Utilities
- Retail
- Arduino
- Node-RED
- AWS IoT
- Azure IoT Hub
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 3: Security Considerations Using IoT
Unit 1: Security Considerations Using IoT
Understanding the various attack vectors and vulnerabilities in IoT systems requires a strong foundation in network security principles.
- Module 3: Security Considerations Using IoT
Unit 2: IoT Security Considerations Solutions
Implementing effective security solutions requires knowledge of encryption algorithms and secure protocols.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 45 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: Introduction to Internet of Things (IoT)
Unit 1: Introduction to Internet of Things (IoT) · 3 hours
Understand the meaning of Things in IoT.. Describe the characteristics of IoT.. Explain applications of IoT..
- Week 2Module 1: Introduction to Internet of Things (IoT)
Unit 2: IoT Origin and Impact Contents · 3 hours
Explore the origin of IoT and its impact on various domains.. Analyze the IoT revolution in industries.. Study fleet management using IoT..
- Week 3Module 1: Introduction to Internet of Things (IoT)
Unit 3: Overview of IoT-in Digital Transformation · 3 hours
Examine the evolution of IoT.. Understand digital world transformation.. Differentiate between M2M and IoT..
- Week 4Module 2: Building Blocks of IoT
Unit 1: Building Blocks of IoT · 3 hours
Describe the four building blocks of IoT.. Explain the three components of IoT in connectivity Blocks.. Understand Communication Protocols.
- Week 5Module 2: Building Blocks of IoT
Unit 2: IoT Device Architecture · 3 hours
Describe the IoT architecture.. Explain the Network and Cloud as relating to IoT.. Discuss the standardized and design considerations of IoT..
- Week 6Module 2: Building Blocks of IoT
Unit 3: Platforms Supporting IoT · 3 hours
List the various platforms supporting IoT.. Explain the data processing in cloud and fog based architecture of IoT.. Describe Data management.. Explain IoT Life Cycle..
- Week 7Module 3: Security Considerations Using IoT
Unit 1: Security Considerations Using IoT · 3 hours
Explain the security considerations using IoT.. Explain the standards and the best practices of IoT.. Explain the challenges of the Architectural Layers of IoT..
- Week 8Module 3: Security Considerations Using IoT
Unit 2: IoT Security Considerations Solutions · 3 hours
Explain the Security Considerations and Solutions in IoT Network Layer.. Discuss the Security Considerations and Solutions in IoT Support Layer.. Describe the vulnerability and challenges of security in IoT..
- Week 9Module 3: Security Considerations Using IoT
Unit 3: IoT Use Cases · 3 hours
Explain the IoT Use Cases in Utility companies.. Describe IoT Security in Utilities Challenges.. Explain IoT Security Solutions.. Elucidate Use Case: IoT Security in Manufacturing Industry..
- Week 10Module 4: Internet of Everything (IoE)
Unit 1: Opportunities with IoT · 3 hours
Describe the Opportunities with IoT in Business.. Discuss the Data Analytics with IoT.. Explain the Preventive and Predictive maintenance..
- Week 11Module 4: Internet of Everything (IoE)
Unit 2: Internet of Everything (IoE) · 3 hours
Explain the basic concepts of the Internet of Everything.. Describe the Economy effect of IoE.. Describe the Use Cases of IoE..
- Week 12All Modules
Review and Assignments · 6 hours
Review all modules and units.. Work on assignments and TMAs..
- Week 13All Modules
Final Revision · 6 hours
Final revision and preparation for the examination.. Complete any pending assignments..
Preparing for the exam
- Review all module introductions and summaries to consolidate key concepts.
- Create concept maps linking IoT components, security measures, and application areas.
- Practice identifying vulnerabilities and countermeasures for different IoT scenarios.
- Focus on understanding the differences between IoT and IoE, and their respective applications.
- Study case studies to understand real-world applications and challenges.
- Practice answering past TMA questions to familiarize yourself with the exam format.
- Allocate time to review all units, focusing on areas where you feel less confident.
Questions students ask about this course
What is CIT882 about?
This course introduces the Internet of Things (IoT) and its applications in various industries. It covers the building blocks of IoT systems, including sensors, processors, gateways, and applications. The course also explores security considerations, challenges, and solutions in IoT networks, support, and application layers. Additionally, it examines the Internet of Everything (IoE) and its opportunities in business and digital transformation.
How many units does CIT882 have?
CIT882, Internet of Things, has 11 units across 4 modules, over 141 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is CIT882?
CIT882 carries 2 credit units, at 800 level in Sciences.
Is CIT882 hard?
CIT882 is rated intermediate level, with basic mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical, practical and case study work, and it has a practical component.
How long does CIT882 take to study?
About 40 hours of study, spread across its 11 units.
How is CIT882 assessed?
CIT882 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.
What do I need before starting CIT882?
Basic Networking Concepts Programming Fundamentals Database Management
What can I do with CIT882?
IoT Engineer, Network Security Analyst, Data Analyst, System Architect and Solution Architect.