M4-R5: Internet of Things and its Applications
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This module covers the Internet of Things (IoT) technology, its architecture, and various applications in the modern world.
For detailed syllabus, refer to the official NIELIT document, visit: O Level (IT) Syllabus [PDF]
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Course Outline
| S.No | Topic | Written Marks (Max.) |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Introduction to IoT – Applications/Devices, Protocols and Communication Model | 10 |
| 2. | Things and Connections | 10 |
| 3. | Sensors, Actuators and Microcontrollers | 15 |
| 4. | Building IoT Applications | 40 |
| 5. | Security and Future of IoT Ecosystem | 5 |
| 6. | Soft skills-Personality Development | 20 |
Detailed Topics
Introduction to IoT
- Overview of Internet of Things (IoT)
- Characteristics of IoT devices and applications
- Building blocks of IoT
- Technologies in IoT ecosystem
- IoT levels and design methodology
- Physical Design/Logical Design of IoT
- Functional blocks and Communication Models
- Development Tools in IoT
Things and Connections
- Working of Controlled Systems
- Real-time systems with feedback loop
- Connectivity models (TCP/IP vs OSI)
- Wired and wireless methodologies
- Process flow of IoT applications
Sensors and Actuators
- Sensors for physical measurements
- Light sensors
- Moisture sensors
- Temperature sensors
- Actuators and control systems
- DC motors
- Types of actuators
Microcontrollers
- Role of microcontrollers as gateway
- Microcontroller vs microprocessor
- Types of microcontrollers
- Embedded system integration
IoT Application Development
- Arduino IDE basics
- Sketch writing and compilation
- Debugging techniques
- Serial monitor usage
- Embedded C Language fundamentals
- Variables and Data Types
- Control structures
- Arrays and Functions
- Sensor interfacing
- Digital vs analog pins
- LED and Button interfacing
- Various sensor interfaces (DHT, LDR, MQ135, IR)
- LCD Display integration
- Keypad interfacing
- Bluetooth module (HC-05)
- Relay module for AC supply
IoT Security
- Need for IoT security
- Privacy in IoT devices
- Consumer device security
- Security levels
- Device protection strategies
Future of IoT
- Secure algorithm requirements
- New trends in IoT
- AI integration
- Machine Learning applications
Personality Development
- Personality determinants
- Self-awareness
- Motivation
- Self-discipline
- Positive personality building
- Gestures and body language
Professional Skills
- Self-esteem development
- Time management
- Stress management
- Professional etiquettes
- Communication skills
- Writing skills (Resume, Letters, Reports)
- Presentation skills
- Interview preparation