Internet of Things: How did we get here?

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Course Summary

Explore the history of IoT and learn how it has evolved into the technology that it is today. Discover the potential applications and challenges of IoT in various industries.

Key Learning Points

  • Understand the origins of IoT and how it has developed over time
  • Learn about the different components and technologies involved in IoT
  • Explore the potential applications and challenges of IoT in industries such as healthcare, transportation, and agriculture

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Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the history and evolution of IoT
  • Identify the different components and technologies involved in IoT
  • Analyze potential applications and challenges of IoT in various industries

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

  • Basic understanding of computer and networking concepts
  • Familiarity with programming concepts and languages

Course Difficulty Level

Beginner

Course Format

  • Self-paced
  • Online

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Description

It is hard to imagine life without your Smartphone – you have come to rely on it so much – for your work; to stay in touch with family and friends; to capture and share those special moments; to find your way around in a new neighborhood. Did you ever wonder how and when all this happened? Or how and when GPS sensors came to be in your cell phone?

Outline

  • Welcome
  • Welcome to the Internet of Things Specialization!
  • Capstone 1: Sonification of Movement
  • Capstone 2: Healthcare Remote Monitoring
  • Qualcomm talks about the course
  • Get your resources in order!
  • Course Slides (All Modules)
  • Intro
  • Intro Module
  • Circuit Switched Networks
  • Module 1 Overview
  • Introduction to Lesson 1
  • We love to talk
  • Birth of the Telephone
  • Control Plane
  • Data Plane
  • Introduction to Lesson 2
  • Broadcast Innovations
  • Broadcast Industry
  • Content is King
  • Introduction to Lesson 3
  • Sampling: Analog <-- --> Digital
  • Audio and Speech Coding
  • Shannon: Information Theory
  • Transistor
  • C and UNIX
  • Introduction to Lesson 4
  • Regulated Monopoly
  • Breakup of AT&T
  • Impact on Research
  • History of Bell Systems
  • AT&T System in 1953
  • More optional reading
  • Lesson 1
  • Lesson 2
  • Lesson 3
  • Lesson 4
  • Module 1
  • Packet Switched Networks
  • Module 2 Overview
  • Introdution to Lesson 1
  • CS and PS (Control Switched and Packet Switched)
  • Brief History
  • TCP / IP Protocol
  • Open Standards
  • Introduction to Lesson 2
  • Email
  • Browser
  • Introduction to Lesson 3
  • Voice over RTP/UDP/IP or VoIP
  • Broadcast / Multicast
  • Extras!
  • Lesson 1
  • Lesson 2
  • Lesson 3
  • Module 2
  • Computer Telephony
  • Module 3 Overview
  • Introduction to Lesson 1
  • Data Plane
  • Control Plane
  • Introduction to Lesson 2
  • The Big 5
  • Power Shift
  • Introduction to Lesson 3
  • Message Machine
  • Interactive Voice Response
  • Call Centers
  • Introduction to Lesson 4
  • What happened to the dial tone?
  • The 911 Fiasco
  • Hackers get into your phone
  • Pre-Module reading on the Carterphone
  • Lesson 1
  • Lesson 2
  • Lesson 3
  • Lesson 4
  • Module 3
  • Wireless Technologies
  • Module 4 Overview
  • Introduction to Lesson 1
  • Why would someone want to walk around with a phone?
  • AT&T almost missed the boat!
  • Introduction to Lesson 2
  • Leveraging Telephony Infrastructure for Mobility
  • Billing and Prepaid
  • Introduction to Lesson 3
  • Get more spectrum
  • Improving Spectral Efficiency
  • Reduce data rate for each voice call
  • 3G and 4G evolution
  • Introduction to Lesson 4
  • WiFi
  • Bluetooth
  • Other low power radios
  • Introduction to Lesson 5
  • Telephony 1-to-1
  • Broadcast 1-to-N
  • Sensor Networks N-to-1
  • A platform for IoT
  • Further reading on 1G and 2G cellular
  • Lesson 1
  • Lesson 2
  • Lesson 3
  • Lesson 4
  • Lesson 5
  • Module 4
  • Features and Apps
  • Module 5 Overview
  • Introduction to Lesson 1
  • Solutions Looking for Problems
  • Unintended Consequences
  • Phones get GPS
  • Phones get Cameras, accelerometers, etc
  • Voice is not the killer app?
  • Advanced Readings
  • Lesson 1
  • Module 5
  • Future Outlook
  • Introduction to Lesson 1
  • IoT: What the heck is it?
  • Build your own IoT
  • Specialization in a Nutshell
  • Introduction to Lesson 2
  • IoT: mHealth
  • IoT: Smart Homes
  • IoT: Automotive
  • Links for mHealth video
  • Lesson 1
  • Lesson 2
  • Module 6

Summary of User Reviews

This course on Internet of Things (IoT) history has received positive reviews from users. Many users found the course to be informative and engaging, providing a great overview of the history of IoT.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

Informative and engaging course content

Pros from User Reviews

  • Provides a great overview of the history of IoT
  • Instructors are knowledgeable and engaging
  • Course content is well-organized and easy to follow
  • Assignments and quizzes are helpful in reinforcing learning
  • Videos and lectures are high-quality and engaging

Cons from User Reviews

  • Some users found the course to be too basic or introductory
  • A few users experienced technical difficulties with the platform
  • Course content may not be relevant to all users' interests or needs
  • Some users found the course to be too theoretical and lacking in practical applications
  • Course may not provide enough depth on certain topics
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Harinath Garudadri, Ganz Chockalingam
University of California San Diego
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