IoT and Embedded Systems Primer
Course provided by Model Institute of Engineering & Technology
5 modules
Explore the fundamentals of Frontier Technologies
3-4 Level NCrF
National Credit Framework
25 Hours
Flexible Learning
Beginner Level
No prior experience required
Nano Credit Course
01 Credit
Course Overview
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the Internet of Things (IoT) and embedded systems. Learners will understand the technological trends driving IoT, its societal and industrial impact, and the key hardware and software components of IoT devices. The course also covers how embedded systems interact with the physical environment and fundamental networking concepts, including protocols and device communication, enabling students to grasp the foundational principles for designing and analyzing IoT systems.
Key Learning Highlights
- Core concepts of IoT and embedded systems
- Societal and industrial impact of IoT technologies
- Understanding hardware components: sensors, microcontrollers, actuators
- Interaction between embedded systems and the physical environment
- Fundamentals of IoT networking, protocols, and device communication
Tools & Platform Used
Learning Outcome
After completing this course, learners will be able to:
Grasp the foundational principles of IoT and its technological evolution
Identify key components of IoT devices and embedded systems
Analyze how embedded systems interface with the physical world
Understand networking basics and communication protocols in IoT
Recognize challenges, constraints, and trade-offs in IoT system design
Master the course with just 5 Modules
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to IoT and embedded systems, covering the evolution, applications, and societal impact of IoT. Learners explore the core hardware and software components of IoT devices, including microcontrollers, sensors, actuators, and embedded interfaces. The course also focuses on interfacing with the physical world through real-time sensor integration, analog-to-digital conversion, and design trade-offs. Networking fundamentals, protocols, and constraints in embedded environments are discussed, culminating in a mini capstone project where learners design a theoretical or low-fidelity IoT device prototype with system architecture and connectivity considerations.
Introduction to IoT and Embedded Systems
Definition and historical evolution of IoT and embedded systems.
Applications and use cases across industries and society.
Understanding the societal and industrial impact of IoT technologies.
Components of IoT Devices
Core hardware elements: microcontrollers, sensors, actuators, memory, and power units.
Embedded interfaces and software–hardware interaction.
Operating systems and platforms used in IoT devices.
Interfacing with the Physical World
Sensor integration and analog-to-digital conversion.
Handling real-world input/output in embedded systems.
Design constraints, real-time processing challenges, and trade-offs.
Networking in IoT
- Basic networking hardware and communication protocols.
- Network topologies, Internet structure, and Mobile Ad Hoc Networks (MANETs).
- Network constraints and considerations in embedded IoT environments.
Mini Capstone Project – IoT Device Specification
Designing a theoretical or low-fidelity IoT device prototype.
Mapping system architecture and hardware/software interactions.
Planning the networking model and connectivity for the device.
Roles
- IoT Developer
- Embedded Systems Engineer
- IoT Solutions Architect
- IoT Network Engineer
- IoT Product Designer
- Sensor Integration Specialist
