Overview
This course unit introduces you to the exciting world of the Internet of Things (IoT) and equips you with the skills to build your own IoT projects using Raspberry Pi and Python. You'll gain a foundational understanding of IoT concepts, explore the capabilities of Raspberry Pi, and learn how to program it using Python.
Aims
- Understand the fundamental principles of the Internet of Things (IoT)
- Gain practical knowledge of Raspberry Pi hardware and software setup
- Develop essential Python programming skills for IoT applications
- Design and build basic IoT projects using Raspberry Pi and Python
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course unit, you will be able to:
- Define the Internet of Things (IoT) and its core components.
- Explain the architecture and design principles of IoT systems.
- Describe methods for data storage and analysis in the context of IoT.
- Discuss security and privacy considerations for IoT devices.
- Set up and configure a Raspberry Pi for development.
- Utilize the Raspberry Pi Sense Hat and camera module for data collection.
- Navigate the Linux file system on Raspberry Pi using SSH.
- Write Python code for basic programming tasks like variable manipulation, conditional statements, and loops.
- Design and implement a simple IoT project (vending machine, home automation system, or robotic car prototype) using Raspberry Pi and Python.
