Internet of Things (OpenLearning)

Internet of Things (OpenLearning)

Get ready for an "IoT Future"! Explore what IoT is, how it's come about, and what skills are needed to build capabilities for this technological evolution. The Internet of Things (IoT) is one of the most exciting and impactful technological evolutions of our time. Through this course, you'll be introduced to what IoT is, how it's come about, and what skills are needed to build capabilities for an "IoT Future".

Together, will get a hands-on understanding of how the Internet of Things will impact every facet of human life as we move forward and how you can create opportunities for innovation with IoT in different areas of business and life.

Course Outcomes

  • Discuss the Internet of Things - what it is, the context for its growth, and how it is already driving much of our society
  • Identify business and innovation opportunities offered by IoT
  • Identify the social and cultural challenges involved with implementing IoT - and how we can address them
  • Identify ways to build capabilities for IoT at the individual, business, and industry levels.
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