Master
2020/2021
Internet of Things: How did we get here?
Type:
Elective course (Internet of Things and Cyber-physical Systems)
Area of studies:
Infocommunication Technologies and Systems
Delivered by:
School of Electronic Engineering
When:
1 year, 3 module
Mode of studies:
distance learning
Instructors:
Ilya Ivanov
Master’s programme:
Internet of Things and Cyber-physical Systems
Language:
English
ECTS credits:
3
Contact hours:
2
Course Syllabus
Abstract
In this course, we will explore the convergence of multiple disciplines leading to todays’ Smartphones. You will learn about the birth and evolution of Telephony Networks, Broadcast Networks (TV and Radio) and Consumer Electronics. We will discuss the impact of Internet, (multimedia) content, smartphones and apps on everyday lives. We will then look at how this emerging platform called the Internet of Things – wherein billions and trillions of devices communicating with each other and “the cloud” – could enable unprecedented, innovative products and services. Take this course if you want to understand what great new advances in mobile-enabled products will be coming our way!
Learning Objectives
- Learning Goals: This course provides a core grounding in how science and technology have developed to enable the Internet of Things – in a way appropriate for any learner. For those interested in developing further hands-on expertise in designing and developing for the Internet of Things, this course will provide a context to the discoveries and converging technologies that will springboard the next round of innovations.
Expected Learning Outcomes
- Compare how the telephone system works (that is, peer-to-peer networks) with how media delivery works (that is, broadcast/multicast networks).
- Know and understand Packet-Switched Networks
- Know and understand computer telephony
- Know and understand wireless technology
- Know how phone apps are born!
- you should know the history of the Internet and the many innovations it has advanced with, and what the Internet of things is
Course Contents
- Circuit Switched NetworksIn order to answer the big question, “how did we get here?” we must start from the beginning. The beginning of what you may ask, well the beginning of telecommunication! In this course we will cover the birth of the telephone and its gradual evolution through different networks. Humans love to talk, which might explain the speedy growth of telephony networks.
- Packet Switched NetworksNow that we have looked at circuit switched networks, we will begin to talk about packet switched networks. Digital networking will change in the telephone industry is what allowed all of the exciting new features we see on mobile phones. In this course, we will clarify differences between circuit and packet switched networks, as well as reveal what digital networking allows us to do.
- Future OutlookCongratulations! You’ve made it to the last module in this course! At this point, you should know the history of the internet and many innovations that it has advanced with, but what is the Internet of Things anyway? That question and many more will be answered in this final course!
- Features and AppsPhone applications are born! This is probably the greatest contribution to the telephone industry because now phone don’t just make phone calls and take messages, but also handle finances, entertain, educate, control your home, turn on your car and anything you can imagine! The limits of a technology have never been more endless, if you can think it you can sure build an app for it.
- Wireless TechnologiesTelephones eventually become a new entity which we might recognize as the cell phone. Phone mobility revolutionizes the telecommunications market, phones are no longer apply to homes but rather to people. Cell phones were a game changer for telephone companies.
- Computer TelephonyThe convergence begins! Computers and telephones start working together which served a great opportunity for business in many ways. Imagine a world without caller ID or voicemail, scary isn’t it? Telephony begins to take the digital route, which brings a whole new experience in telecommunications. The digitization of telephones wasn’t all positive, for it created the possibility of hackers accessing personal information.
Bibliography
Recommended Core Bibliography
- Papadopoulos, G., Theoleyre, F., & Vilajosana, X. (2020). Industrial Internet of Things: Specificities and Challenges. https://doi.org/10.1002/ITL2.172
- Антти Суомалайнен - Интернет вещей: видео, аудио, коммутация - Издательство "ДМК Пресс" - 2019 - 120с. - ISBN: 978-5-97060-761-9 - Текст электронный // ЭБС ЛАНЬ - URL: https://e.lanbook.com/book/123717
Recommended Additional Bibliography
- С.Грингард - Интернет вещей: Будущее уже здесь - Альпина Паблишер - 2016 - ISBN: 9785961443066 - Текст электронный - URL: https://hse.alpinadigital.ru/book/8927