Master
2020/2021
Introduction to Architecting Smart IoT Devices
Type:
Elective course (Internet of Things and Cyber-physical Systems)
Area of studies:
Infocommunication Technologies and Systems
Delivered by:
School of Electronic Engineering
When:
1 year, 3 module
Mode of studies:
distance learning
Instructors:
Ilya Ivanov
Master’s programme:
Internet of Things and Cyber-physical Systems
Language:
English
ECTS credits:
3
Contact hours:
2
Course Syllabus
Abstract
Embedded Systems are so ubiquitous that some of us take them for granted: we find them in smartphones, GPS systems, airplanes and so on. But have you ever wondered how these devices actually work? If so, you're in the right place!
Learning Objectives
- In this course, you'll learn about the characteristics of embedded systems: the possibilities, dangers, complications and recipes for success. We'll discuss all of this in the framework of a flourishing embedded systems field: the Internet of Things, where billions of intercommunicating devices could enable unprecedented, innovative products and services. If you'd like to learn how to create similarly innovative products, then this is the course for you!
Expected Learning Outcomes
- At the end of the course, you'll be able to: - make the right choice for your own project when it comes to the target market, parallel executions, time and the lifecycle of your system - hack, avoid failure and promote success
- At the end of the course, you'll be able to: - decide whether to buy or to build components - how to assemble a good team
- At the end of the course, you'll be able to: - install case tools - learn how to work with SysML
Course Contents
- What are Embedded Systems?This first module will define what embedded systems are by looking at the most important EmS market areas and different characteristics of EmS. Furthermore we will talk about dealing with multiple events at the same time, the importance of world time, and the duration of an EmS lifecycle.
- Problems and FailuresIn this module we will be tackling the problems of existing embedded systems and system hackings, the failure of systems and how we can make these systems more successful, the influence of production quantity, and the increasing EmS complexity.
- System Life CycleThis last module will discuss the different models to design a system lifecycle, the gathering of requirements for architectural design, and the use of structural models and modelling language.
Bibliography
Recommended Core Bibliography
- Kuniavsky, M. (2010). Smart Things : Ubiquitous Computing User Experience Design. Amsterdam: Morgan Kaufmann. Retrieved from http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&site=eds-live&db=edsebk&AN=407876
Recommended Additional Bibliography
- Dubman, R. (2019). The Digital Governance of Data-driven Smart Cities: Sustainable Urban Development, Big Data Management, and the Cognitive Internet of Things. Geopolitics, History & International Relations, 11(2), 34–40. https://doi.org/10.22381/GHIR11220195