Unit

School Of Computer, Data And Mathematical Sciences

Internet of Things and Smart EnvironmentsWestern Sydney University Unit Code: 301436.1

Discipline: NETWORKS AND COMMUNICATIONS

Student Contribution Band: 2

Level: 3

Credit Points: 10

Assumed Knowledge
The students should be familiar with the fundamentals of communication networks.


Prerequisite
300565 Computer Networking

About this Unit
This unit covers the essential components and the dominant and emerging applications of the Internet of Things (IoT) and smart environments. These include the functions of sensors, actuators, and relevant communication networks in collecting, analysing, and acting on smart environment data. The role of machine learning in developing smart environment solutions, such as smart cities, smart transportation, smart healthcare, and other leading applications, are also discussed. The unit additionally covers critical IoT cybersecurity and privacy issues and examines approaches for addressing them. It presents the relevant principles and current practices and explores the trends in IoT and smart environments.


Courses
3506.10Bachelor of Computer ScienceCURRENT




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