IoT Innovators

IoT Innovators

Circuits, sensors, coding in C/C++. Build distance meter, smart light, and rover.

Duration: 1 Year

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Course Syllabus

MODULE 1: Foundations of Robotics, IoT & Electronics (9 Sessions)

🔹 Topics Covered:
  • Introduction to Robotics: definition, history, applications.
  • IoT Basics: real-world use cases (Smart Homes, Smart Cities, Industry 4.0).
  • Difference & synergy between Robotics and IoT.
  • Arduino basics: board overview, IDE setup, first sketch (Blink LED).
  • Electronics fundamentals: breadboard, LEDs, resistors, Ohm’s Law.
  • Analog vs Digital pins, serial communication.
  • Introduction to sensors: push buttons, LDR, DHT11, Ultrasonic, PIR.
🔧 Practical Tasks:
  • Blink & Fading LED, traffic light pattern.
  • Button-controlled LED.
  • Automatic Night Light (LDR).
  • Digital Thermometer (DHT11 + LCD).
  • Distance Meter with Ultrasonic Sensor.
🎯 Learning Outcome:

Students gain a strong foundation in Robotics & IoT, basic electronics, Arduino programming, and sensor interfacing.

MODULE 2: Actuators, Interfaces & Robot Building (10 Sessions)

🔹 Topics Covered:
  • Actuators: Buzzers, DC Motors, Servos, Relay module.
  • Motor driver (L298N) and speed control with PWM.
  • LCD Display interfacing (I2C).
  • Robot motion basics: wheels, differential drive, chassis & power.
  • Line follower robot (IR sensors).
  • Obstacle avoidance robot (Ultrasonic).
  • Bluetooth module (HC-05) & smartphone control.
🔧 Practical Tasks:
  • Servo sweep & Smart Fan (DHT11 + motor).
  • LCD temperature display.
  • Buzzer alarm system.
  • Build a line follower robot.
  • Build an obstacle-avoiding robot.
  • Bluetooth-controlled robot with Android.
🎯 Learning Outcome:

Students learn to integrate sensors with actuators and build functional robots with autonomous and remote-control features.

MODULE 3: Integration, IoT Applications & Capstone Project (6–7 Sessions)

🔹 Topics Covered:
  • Combining Robotics with IoT concepts.
  • Real-world IoT applications: Smart Dustbin, Home Automation basics.
  • Project design cycle: ideation, wiring, coding, testing.
  • Documentation & presentation skills.
🧪 Capstone Projects (Examples):
  • Smart Dustbin (Ultrasonic + Servo).
  • Fire Detection & Alert System.
  • Motion-activated Security Alarm.
  • Custom student-proposed projects.
🎯 Learning Outcome:

Students consolidate their knowledge into real-world prototypes, preparing them for further advanced Robotics/IoT projects.

MODULE 4: IoT and Cloud Integration (6 Sessions)

🔹 Topics Covered:
  • What is IoT again? Architecture and Protocols (MQTT, HTTP)
  • Introduction to ESP8266 and NodeMCU.
  • Connecting NodeMCU to Wi-Fi.
  • Sending sensor data to the cloud (ThingSpeak or Blynk).
  • Reading data on smartphone or web interface.
  • IoT Home Automation – Switching appliances via app.
  • Security and privacy in IoT systems (overview).
🔧 Practical Tasks:
  • Wi-Fi-connected temperature sensor
  • Remote light/fan control via smartphone
  • IoT-based weather station using DHT11 + NodeMCU
🎯 Learning Outcome:

Students will understand how to connect devices to the internet and send/receive data in real-time.

MODULE 5: Capstone Projects + Evaluation (5–7 Sessions)

🔹 Project Phase:

Students (individually or in teams) will choose a final project from a list or propose their own.

🧪 Example Projects:
  • IoT-based smart irrigation
  • Voice-controlled home automation
  • RFID attendance system (optional advanced topic)
📝 Assessment:
  • Practical Demonstration (50%)
  • Viva / Presentation (30%)
  • Mini written quiz or test (20%)