module specification

This module aims to introduce foundational knowledge of hardware and software elements relevant to robotics and internet of things (IoT) at foundation level (level 3). In particular, the module is designed to provide students with an introductory overview and practical experience in design and development of a simple system involving elements of robotics and IoT.

The module covers the necessary principles and theory through formal lectures/seminars followed by comprehensive laboratory practice involving workshop-based exercises and a case study.

(LO1) Introduction to Robotics and Internet of Things and foundational components. Foundational electrical principles underpinning robotics and internet of things (IoT): electrical conductance, conductors and insulators, how to check continuity, ohms law, potential dividers, analogue and digital signals, ADCs and sampling, magnets and electromagnetism, digital communications principles and protocols. 

(LO2) Essential electronic components for robotics and internet of things: resistors, capacitors, inductors, diodes, buffers, batteries, voltage regulators and other relevant devices.

(LO2) Selected sensors for internet of things and actuators for robotics: Thermistors, LDRs, LEDs, buzzers, solenoids and DC motors.

(LO3) Laboratory skills and safety: use of laboratory and prototyping equipment such as a multimeter, and solderless breadboards; safety in electronics workshops: dangers of high voltages, electrical shocks and fires, dealing with emergencies.

(LO4) Introduction to circuit simulator for modelling, integrated development environment for an IoT enabled target system and robotics.

(LO5) LSEP: legal, social, ethical and professional issues in context of robotics and Internet of Things.

Students will develop understanding and practical investigative skills based on weekly lectures, tutorials and supervised workshops.  The teaching sessions will utilise examples/case studies as a platform for understanding foundational principles related to the module.

The workshops are provided to support students in gaining practical experience in effective use electronic equipment and simulation tools, within a dedicated laboratory.

Appropriate blended learning approaches and technologies, such as, the University’s VLE, simulation tools and laboratory equipment will be used to facilitate and support student learning to:
• Deliver content;
• Encourage active learning;
• Provide formative and summative assessments, and prompt feedback;
• Enhance student engagement and learning experience.

Students will be encouraged to keep reflective commentaries on their learning activities and tasks that they carry out to complete their work.

Students are expected and encouraged to work individually and in groups to implement solutions for their laboratory exercises and case study.

On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:

LO1:  Demonstrate foundational knowledge, principles, methods and techniques used in the areas of internet of things and robotics;
LO2:  Acquire a foundational understanding of electronic components, sensors and actuators required in design and development of a simple system involving elements of robotics and IoT;
LO3:  Conduct themselves in a safe and professional manner in a laboratory workshop environment and develop foundational laboratory skills such as measurement of voltage, resistance and current and bread-boarding, while having an inclusive approach to engineering practice and recognise the responsibilities, benefits and importance of supporting equality, diversity and inclusion;
LO4:  Demonstrate design and simulation/modelling techniques involving a target system and appropriate integrated development environment (IDE);
LO5:  Appreciate and understand related legal, social, ethical and professional issues in context to robotics and Internet of Things

Weblearn Reading List:
CT3102 Introduction to Robotics and Internet of Things | London Metropolitan University

Core Texts:
• John Craig (2021), Introduction to Robotics, Global Edition, ISSN-10 129216493X
• Paul Scherz, Simon Monk (2016), Practical Electronics for Inventors, McGraw-Hill Education, ISBN-13: 978-1259587542
• Gordon Mccomb (2018), Robot Builders Bonanza, McGraw-Hill Education, ISBN-13: 978-1260135015
• Arshdeep Bahga,Vijay Madisetti (2015), Internet of Things: A Hands-On Approach, Universities Press, ISBN-13: 978-8173719547

Journals:
Every Day Practical Electronics: http://www.epemag3.com/index.html  [CORE]
Elektor Labs: https://www.elektor.com/labs/
IEEE transactions on robotics: http://catalogue.londonmet.ac.uk/record=b1931930~S
IEEE World Forum on Internet of Things (WF-IoT): http://catalogue.londonmet.ac.uk/record=b1993364~S1
New Electronics : http://www.newelectronics.co.uk/digital-magazine/
Nuts and Volts: https://www.nutsvolts.com/magazine  (Optional)
Electronics for You: https://grab.electronicsforu.com/collections/grab-magazines/products/efy-magazine-subscription  (Optional)

Websites:
https://www.arduino.cc/
https://virtuino.com/
https://www.tinkercad.com

Electronic Databases:
Londonmet Library: https://student.londonmet.ac.uk/library/
IEEE Xplore: http://catalogue.londonmet.ac.uk/record=b1572993~S1

Social Media Sources: N/A

Michael Lehman (2014), Programming the Internet of Things with Android, Lynda.com
http://catalogue.londonmet.ac.uk/record=b1784440~S1

Margaret Fisher (2015), Up and Running with Arduino, Lynda.com
http://catalogue.londonmet.ac.uk/record=b1785079~S1