INTERNET OF THINGS

The course covers the Internet of Things, where communication occurs between connected free-standing devices, rather than between humans and machines. The focus of the course is small, resource-saving devices such as sensors for measuring, steering of regulators, and communication between them.

The course begins with an introduction to the field and presents current areas of application. The Internet of Things comprises many different technologies, and the course covers a number of building blocks such as architectures, radio interfaces, and communication protocols. When several devices are connected, a large amount of data is produced and must be handled, and the flow of data is treated from collection to the steering of another device based on collected and analysed data.

An important aspect of connected systems is integrity and security. It is a challenge, especially for resource-constrained devices, to keep software updated and prevent unauthorized use or wiretapping.

For sensors, energy consumption is a significant factor, both in relation to long battery life and in relation to environmental concerns. The course therefore treats the influence of communication interfaces and communication protocols on energy consumption.

The course requires that the student is involved with a practical IoT project. However, students must initiate and fund the project themselves; the university will not cover any associated costs.

Upon completion of the course, students should be able to:
1. explain and discuss the Internet of Things as a concept and its typical areas of use,
2. describe the characteristics of different technology alternatives, and based on those characteristics, suitable areas of use,
3. use tools to analyse a data set from sensors,
4. explain how privacy and security can be achieved in the Internet of Things,
5. identify factors that influence energy consumption and discuss how a low level of energy consumption can be achieved, and
6. create a system solution for an IoT application scenario, and justify choices of architecture, components, and other aspects treated in the course.

• EUNICE master’s degree student: enrolled as a student of a Master’s Degree at one of the universities of EUNICE European University consortium (check universities here).
  • Computer Science 30 ECTS cr, or three years of work experience in the IT sector, or equivalent.
• B2 level of English.

Study Level: Master

• Submit your application via the button ‘Apply Now’.
• Please keep in mind that the number of participants could be limited for each course. Application does not guarantee enrolment in the course.
• The course participants will be selected based on criteria specified in the study guide.
• Your home university will inform you whether you have been accepted and provide further information about the next steps.

Specific instructions in some universities:

• BTU students: for questions about enrolment and recognition at your university, you can visit this website.
• UPHF students: make sure to ask the approval of your director of studies (responsable pédagogique) before applying. For any question, you can contact the EUNICE office: eunice@uphf.fr.
• UoP students: questions about enrolment and recognition can be answered by your Director of Studies or ECTS Coordinator, or you can contact eunice@go.uop.gr.