• Module responsible: George Adrian Stoica
• Teachers:
  • George Adrian Stoica (stoica@ntnu.no)
  • Dag Svanæs (dag.svanes@ntnu.no)
• The course is taught in English
• Workload: 3.75 SP
• Start: week 34 (estimated)

Description

This theory module explores the fundamentals and applications of the Internet of Things (IoT) through hands-on development with Arduino microcontrollers. Framed within a Design Through Research paradigm, the course positions technological prototyping as a form of inquiry.

The module is delivered through a series of lectures/workshops, supplemented by a team-based project.

This module is intended for students conducting a master’s thesis that involves prototyping as a form of research inquiry.

Learning Goals

This module will explore two main topics: IoT prototyping and Research Through Design.

Participants will develop advanced competencies in interfacing sensors and actuators, implementing wired and wireless communication protocols, managing data acquisition and visualization, and designing interactive IoT systems. Emphasis is placed on experimentation and rapid prototyping as a form of research inquiry. All participants will work "hands on" to develop a physical prototype with Arduino (or similar controllers)

Students will develop prototypes that aim to augment everyday artefacts. They investigate complex, real-world problems, iteratively design and refine connected solutions, and ground their decisions in critical analysis and contextual research.

Syllabus

The needed materials will be made available at the start of the semester. The reading list is comprised of 2-3 relevant academic papers. Additional resources will be made available as needed.

Structure

• six meetings: start with the theory (1st lecture), the rest will be organized as workshops
• project work finalized with project presentation (last meeting)
• reflection report

Assessment (group based)

• project presentation (mandatory)
• reflection report (grade giving)
• max 12p + appendix (mandatory appendices will include AI disclosure and specific project documentation)

Materials and resources

Students will get access and actively use the department labs (e.g. MakerSpace, DesignLab). Basic electronic components will be typically sourced from the department's lab stocks.

Misc info

• lectures / workshops are participatory in nature, attendance is required for successful completion
• detailed information, including the reading list and other materials, will be provided during the first lecture.
• register to the module here: theory modules registration
• students from our department must get an approval from their supervisor to register for the theory modules
• make sure you register asap and at least a couple days before the first lecture