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Build your smart device

Niveau

first cycle

Learning outcomes of the courses/module

• You’ll be able to read, modify, and even create simple programs for Arduino / ESP8266 • You’ll learn how to use basic functions and commands such as loops, control structures, and definitions. • You’ll understand how to use sensors and LEDs • You’ll build your own simple electronic circuits with sensors, LEDs and Arduino / ESP8266. • You’ll learn the basics to step into the exciting world of Internet of Things (IoT) and smart devices

Prerequisites for the course

No mandatory requirements Basic understanding of electrical engineering principles would be beneficial. The most important thing you need is the enthusiasm for learning and exploring the fascinating world of smart devices.

Course content

• Introduction to microcontrollers, specifically Arduino • Introduction to sensors for measuring temperature and distance • Introduction to various types of • Constructing electronic circuits on a breadboard • Editing and completing existing Arduino programs • Developing your own Arduino programs and projects

Recommended specialist literature

No required reading Recommendation: https://docs.arduino.cc/ https://randomnerdtutorials.com/

Assessment methods and criteria

Evaluation of participation and submission of own project

Language

English

Number of ECTS credits awarded

3

Share of e-learning in %

0

Semester hours per week

2.0

Planned teaching and learning method

There are classes to introduce the main subjects and exercises to help understand and use what you’ve learned. Learning is also done through projects.

Semester/trimester in which the course/module is offered

1

Name of lecturer

Markus Ehrlenbach, MSc

Academic year

1

Key figure of the course/module

IP_TEC104

Type of course/module

integrated lecture

Type of course

Compulsory

Internship(s)

none