CSNT 160 - Internet of Things

Credits: 3 Total Hours: 90

Restricted to students in Cybersecurity & Networking Technology and Cybersecurity & Network Support Technician
The growth of “Internet of Things” (IoT) devices has dramatically increased the number of security threats faced by organizations and individuals. In this course, students will learn how to properly connect and secure IoT devices. Students will begin with a brief introduction to basic electronic theory, component identification, and lab equipment usage. Students will explore the methods for remotely controlling and monitoring mechanical systems in industrial, commercial and home applications. Students then move on to IoT system architecture design and security, followed by specific vulnerabilities within the devices themselves, their communication protocols, and applications they run. Students will get hands-on practice setting up and configuring various automated systems.