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Programming for the Internet of Things Project
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University of California, Irvine

Programming for the Internet of Things Project

This course is part of An Introduction to Programming the Internet of Things (IOT) Specialization

Ian Harris

Instructor: Ian Harris

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6 modules
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
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6 modules
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
4.7

(942 reviews)

8 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
  • About
  • Outcomes
  • Modules
  • Recommendations
  • Testimonials
  • Reviews

Skills you'll gain

  • Embedded Software
  • Requirements Analysis
  • Embedded Systems
  • Test Planning
  • Systems Design
  • Computer Hardware
  • Prototyping
  • Python Programming
  • System Design and Implementation
  • Functional Requirement

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This course is part of the An Introduction to Programming the Internet of Things (IOT) Specialization
When you enroll in this course, you'll also be enrolled in this Specialization.
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There are 6 modules in this course

In this Capstone course, you will design a microcontroller-based embedded system. As an option, you can also build and test a system. The focus of your project will be to design the system so that it can be built on a low-cost budget for a real-world application. To complete this project you'll need to use all the skills you've learned in the course (programming microcontrollers, system design, interfacing, etc.). The project will include some core requirements, but leave room for your creativity in how you approach the project. In the end, you will produce a unique final project, suitable for showcasing to future potential employers.

Note that for the three required assignments you do NOT need to purchase software and hardware to complete this course. There is an optional fourth assignment for students who wish to build and demonstrate their system using an Arduino or Raspberry Pi. Please also note that this course does not include discussion forums. Upon completing this course, you will be able to: 1. Write a requirements specification document 2. Create a system-level design 3. Explore design options 4. Create a test plan

This section will answer questions you might have about the project assignment, the grading rubric, and what you can expect in the upcoming weeks together.

What's included

1 video5 readings

1 video•Total 1 minute
  • Introduction to the Capstone•1 minute•Preview module
5 readings•Total 50 minutes
  • Course Overview•10 minutes
  • Links to Relevant Course Content•10 minutes
  • Grading•10 minutes
  • Honor Code & Plagiarism•10 minutes
  • FAQs•10 minutes

This module will assist you in selecting an idea for your Capstone project. There are many variables to consider in this decision so it's important to know the parameters and how they impact your choice. Your decision will then drive the content of the very first step in your Capstone project -- preparing a requirements specification.

What's included

3 videos1 peer review

3 videos•Total 25 minutes
  • 1.1 - Deciding on a Project Idea•8 minutes•Preview module
  • 1.2 - The Design Process•11 minutes
  • 1.3 - Specification Example•6 minutes
1 peer review•Total 120 minutes
  • Assignment 1: Requirements Specification Document•120 minutes

With the requirements specification out of the way, it's time to turn your attention to the system-level design of your project. This module will walk you through the constraints your project will need to satisfy. You'll also be informed about how to consider alternatives to your design.

What's included

2 videos1 peer review

2 videos•Total 25 minutes
  • 2.1 - System-level Design•9 minutes•Preview module
  • 2.2 - Key System Design Decisions•15 minutes
1 peer review•Total 60 minutes
  • Assignment 2: Design Document•60 minutes

Naturally testing is a key component of any technical design. This module will walk you through the important aspects of a test plan for your design.

What's included

1 video1 peer review

1 video•Total 7 minutes
  • 3.1 - Testing•7 minutes•Preview module
1 peer review•Total 120 minutes
  • Assignment 3: Testing Document•120 minutes

In this final module, you will have the option of actually building out and then demonstrating your final project. This module is optional because it requires you to have the necessary equipment.

What's included

1 video1 peer review

1 video•Total 4 minutes
  • Prof. Harris' Quadcopter Video Demo•4 minutes•Preview module
1 peer review•Total 60 minutes
  • Video of Your Final Project Working (Optional)•60 minutes

Let's wrap up our time together as we have traveled through the specialization.

What's included

1 reading

1 reading•Total 10 minutes
  • Keep the Momentum Going!•10 minutes

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University of California, Irvine
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A very interesting course. Students get the freedom to choose their own ideas and are allowed to implement it. Learnt how to approach a project logically and systematically.

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Good tips are given. I think these final words are very important in executing our final project.

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