Cloud dashboards, ML basics, and autonomous navigation with sensors.
Course Syllabus (5 Modules)
MODULE 1: Robotics, IoT & Arduino Foundations (12 Sessions)
๐น Topics Covered:
- Introduction to Robotics: definition, history, real-world applications.
- IoT basics & synergy with Robotics (Smart Homes, Smart Cities, Industry 4.0).
- Arduino UNO basics: board, Arduino IDE setup, first sketch (Blink LED).
- Electronics fundamentals: breadboard, LEDs, resistors, Ohmโs law.
- Digital vs Analog pins, Serial monitor.
- Sensors: Push Buttons, LDR, DHT11, Ultrasonic, PIR.
- Actuators: DC motors, Servos, Buzzers, Relay.
- Motor drivers (L298N), PWM speed control.
- LCD interfacing (I2C).
๐ง Practical Tasks:
- LED blinking & fading, traffic light simulation.
- Button-controlled LED.
- Digital Thermometer (DHT11 + LCD).
- Distance Meter (Ultrasonic).
- Servo sweep + Smart Fan (DHT11 + motor).
- Buzzer alarm system.
๐ฏ Learning Outcome:
Students gain a strong foundation in Robotics, IoT basics, Arduino programming, electronics, sensors & actuators.
MODULE 2: Robot Development & IoT Integration (10 Sessions)
๐น Topics Covered:
- Robot mobility: chassis, wheels, power supply.
- Line follower robot with IR sensors.
- Obstacle avoidance robot with Ultrasonic sensor.
- Bluetooth module (HC-05) & smartphone control.
- IoT applications: Smart Dustbin, Home Automation basics.
- IoT protocols (HTTP, MQTT) โ simplified introduction.
- Introduction to ESP8266/NodeMCU for Wi-Fi-based IoT.
- Sending sensor data to cloud (ThingSpeak/Blynk).
- IoT Home Automation: appliance control via mobile app.
๐ง Practical Tasks:
- Build a Line Follower robot.
- Build an Obstacle Avoidance robot.
- Bluetooth-controlled robot with Android.
- IoT-based Weather Station (DHT11 + NodeMCU).
- Wi-Fi connected temperature sensor.
- Remote light/fan control.
๐ฏ Learning Outcome:
Students integrate Robotics with IoT, enabling robots/devices to connect, communicate, and be remotely controlled.
MODULE 3: Capstone Projects & Evaluation (6 Sessions)
๐น Project Phase:
Students (individually or in groups) design, build, and present a final IoT-enabled Robotics project.
๐งช Example Projects:
- IoT-based Smart Irrigation System.
- Fire Detection & Alert Robot.
- Motion-activated Security Alarm.
- Voice-controlled Home Automation.
- RFID Attendance System (advanced option).
๐ Assessment:
- Practical Demonstration (50%)
- Viva / Presentation (30%)
- Quiz/Test (20%)
๐ฏ Learning Outcome:
Students apply all concepts to complete a real-world prototype, gaining project design and teamwork experience.
MODULE 4: IoT with Raspberry Pi โ Basics (6 Sessions)
๐น Topics Covered:
- Introduction to Raspberry Pi (latest model, GPIO pins).
- Installing Raspberry Pi OS, Python programming basics.
- Remote access: SSH, VNC.
- Interfacing simple sensors (DHT11, PIR, Ultrasonic) with Raspberry Pi.
- Using Python libraries (GPIOZero, RPi.GPIO).
๐ง Practical Tasks:
- Blink LED using Python on Raspberry Pi.
- DHT11 Temperature Logger.
- PIR Motion Alarm.
- Ultrasonic distance display on terminal.
๐ฏ Learning Outcome:
Students learn Python-based IoT programming with Raspberry Pi and sensor interfacing.
MODULE 5: Advanced IoT with Raspberry Pi & Cloud (6 Sessions)
๐น Topics Covered:
- IoT Communication protocols (HTTP, MQTT).
- Sending data to cloud platforms (ThingsBoard, Firebase, Adafruit IO, Blynk).
- Building real-time dashboards.
- Camera Module integration โ live video streaming.
- Smart Home IoT case study (automation + monitoring).
- Security & privacy in IoT deployments.
๐ง Practical Tasks:
- IoT Weather Station with cloud data logging.
- Remote appliance control via smartphone.
- Raspberry Pi Live Camera Stream.
- Cloud dashboard for multiple sensors.
๐ฏ Learning Outcome:
Students learn advanced IoT concepts, cloud integration, and real-world scalable IoT solutions using Raspberry Pi.
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Now your syllabus is compressed + upgraded into 5 modules:
- Robotics & Arduino Foundations
- Robot Development + IoT Integration
- Capstone Project
- IoT with Raspberry Pi (Basics)
- Advanced Raspberry Pi IoT + Cloud