Designing for the Internet of Things

Thermostats, locks, power sockets and lights are all being imbued with smarts, making them increasingly aware and responsive to their environment and users. This course charts the emergence of the now connected world to explore the possibilities for future products and connected spaces with the Internet of Things (IoT). This introductory, hands-on course invites students without any knowledge of programming, electronics or systems to create connected products. Students are introduced to interactive connected technologies through a series of hands-on exercises, collaborative projects, in-depth discussions and instructor led tutorials. Topics explored include awareness, real time sensing and communication, embedded intelligence and designing experiences for the IoT. By the end of this course, students will be familiar with the core skills, the considerations involved, and the design process required to build a connected system. Students apply this learning in collaborative groups to realize a prototype connected device.