Internet of Things (IoT) and Sustainability

The Mind Lab

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Future Learn

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Course Features

Duration

2 weeks

Delivery Method

Online

Available on

Lifetime Access

Accessibility

Mobile, Desktop

Language

English

Subtitles

English

Level

Beginner

Effort

2 hours per week

Teaching Type

Self Paced

Course Description

Smart devices are increasingly used to overcome obstacles in daily life as the world becomes increasingly connected. What happens when IoT technology is used to solve global-scale issues like sustainability?

This course is two weeks long and will cover the basics of the Internet of Things (IoT) as well as how to use it to solve different sustainability problems that we are currently facing.

The Mind Lab and Tech Futures Lab will guide you through case studies that show how IoT can be used to support sustainable decision-making. You'll learn how technology can be used to create a brighter future by looking at examples from smart cities and transport.

The IoT's technological and business foundations will be explained to you, including the frameworks of strategy and competitive environment as well as the user value proposition.

You will learn how IoT can help you in your own contexts by engaging in learning activities that are connected to the environment framework.

Finally, we'll show you how IoT can be partnered with other technologies in order to address sustainability issues.

Artificial intelligence, machine learning and 5G will all be covered. You will also examine case studies from key industries to see IoT solutions in action.

This knowledge will allow you to assess the role of IoT as a tool for achieving a sustainable future.

Course Overview

Alumni Network

International Faculty

Case Based Learning

Post Course Interactions

Case Studies,Instructor-Moderated Discussions

Skills You Will Gain

What You Will Learn

Demonstrate an understanding of the fundamentals of the Internet of Things (IoT), including technology, business strategy and data management

Evaluate and reflect on the relevance and potential of the Internet of Things (IoT) to contribute to initiatives addressing sustainability challenges

Target Students

This course is designed for anyone who would like to find out more about IoT and the role this technology can play in addressing sustainability challenges

Course Content

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Module 1: Introduction to the technical dimensions of the Internet of Things (IoT) including hardware and software essentials and the role of technology platforms

Module 2: Introduction to the business dimensions of the Internet of Things (IoT) and the importance of market analysis, business strategy, value proposition, and data governance in planning, deploying, and operating IoT systems

Module 3: Overview of the benefits of the Internet of Things (IoT) for tracking, measuring, and sensing to collect data that can inform decision-making toward more sustainable futures with reference to the New Zealand and International context

Module 4: Evaluation and reflection of the role of IoT in addressing sustainability challenges in a range of case studies in key industry contexts

Course Instructors

John McDermott

Instructor

I'm an enthusiastic supporter of Internet of Things technology and applications. It thrills me to share my knowledge of IoT to explain its capability and purpose with you through Future Learn.

Kriv Naicker

Instructor

As co-founder and chair of the New Zealand Internet of Things Alliance, I see the potential that IoT brings to every aspect of how we live, work and play as limitless and potentially world changing.

Course Reviews

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