The Internet of Things: Connecting the World

Overview

Learn how the Internet of Things is driving us towards a more connected future.

We live in a dataimmersed world. Even physical information like temperature, our heart rate, or sleep patterns, can be turned into digital data. Now, thanks to the Internet of Things (IoT), this data can be used to gather valuable insights and make more intelligent decisions.

In this course, we'll introduce you to the IoT in an accessible way from what it is and how it works to the its relationships with sustainability and its future potential. We'll also explore the range of contexts in which its being applied, from wearable technologies and smart homes, to smart farms and even smart cities. Join us as we discover how the IoT is driving us towards a more connected future.

Learning Objectives

In the Introduction to the Internet of Things (IoT) course we'll explore:

• What the IoT is and how it works
• Different IoT applications in different contexts
• Sustainability and the IoT and its future potential

By the end of the course, you'll have a firm grasp of the foundations of IoT technology and how it is applied across different industries successfully.

Why should I take this course

The Introduction to the Internet of Things (IoT) course describes the technologies involved in, and that rely on, the IoT simply and clearly. By the end of the course, learners will have explored various ways in which the IoT can be used successfully in business and industry.

Audience

The Introduction to the Internet of Things (IoT) course is ideal for anyone interested in this technology or for business managers and owners interested in how the IoT could be applied in the different business contexts.