Ability to develop a fully functional software application exploiting internet connection. (Web app, mobile app, etc … )

Systems Hardware Characteristics of mobile devices and microprocessor systems. Software Development Tools and development environments: specifically those targeting open-source communities.
Android development environments and programming techniques provide the focus. Communications Interfaces in IoT Devices Analysis and evaluation of common protocols with particular focus on WiFi and Bluetooth. Wireless Sensor Networks Interface hardware requirements for wireless sensor nodes. Network topologies, device types, power issues and security features. Sensors Interfaces in Mobile Devices Operation and applications for common external sensing peripherals, such as touch panels, accelerometer, GPS, temperature and light sensors. Operation and application of common sensors onboard mobile devices, such as accelerometers, gyroscopes and GPS. The project-based structure of the module allows students to experiment with a wider range of hardware devices including specialist sensors and various prototyping boards.

Upon completion of this module you will be able to
LO1: Recognise and understand the hardware sensing and connectivity capabilities of modern IoT devices.
LO2: Design a distributed and pervasive solution based on interconnected sensing systems.
LO3: Build and demonstrate a working prototype of pervasive application incorporating appropriate microprocessor boards and a range of sensor and actuator devices.
LO4: Critically evaluate the design and implementation of hardware and software systems in relation to their intended purpose.