Fundamentals of the Internet of Things

Spring 2025 > Engineering/Engineering Technology > EECE.5570 > 031V

Course No: EECE.5570-031V; SIS Class Nbr: 13524; SIS Term: 3430
Course Status: Registration Pending

Course Description

Explores the foundations and technologies involved in Internet of Things (IoT) from an industry perspective. Topics include Machine to Machine (M2M) communication and Wireless Sensor Networks (WSNs) and their relationship with IoT as well as their evolution. This involves all three main elements: (1) devices, (2) communications/networks and (3) analytics/applications. Specifically, it introduces technologies and interfaces associated with sensing and actuation on embedded devices and presents the fundamentals of IoT analytics including machine learning and rule-based AI. The bulk of the content presented in the course is focused on the industry-led standardization of IoT communication and networking mechanisms.

Prerequisites, Notes & Instructor

  • Prerequisites: Students with a CSCE career need permission to take Graduate Level Courses.
  • Section Notes: HyFlex Course
  • Core Codes: HYFX
  • Credits: 3; Contact Hours: 3
  • Instructor: Rolando Herrero
  • UMass Lowell Bookstore

When Offered & Tuition

  • W | 6:30 PM-9:20 PM ET Online
  • 2025 Spring: Jan 21 to May 08
  • Course Level: Graduate
  • Tuition: $2250
  • Note: There is a $30 per semester registration fee for credit courses.

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