# Certified Internet of Things Practitioner Course (Self-Paced)

Canonical URL: <https://training.sdfm.org/courses/certified-internet-of-things-practitioner>

## Overview

This self-study course includes the CIoTP eLearning and exam voucher. In this course, students will learn general strategies for planning, designing, developing, implementing, and maintaining an IoT system through various case studies and by assembling and configuring an IoT device to work in a sensor network. Students will create an IoT device based on an ESP8266 microcontroller, implementing various common IoT features, such as analog and digital sensors, a web-based interface, MQTT messaging, and data encryption. In this course, you will learn how to apply Internet of Things technologies to solve real-world problems. The associated exam will certify that the candidate has foundational knowledge of IoT concepts, technologies, and tools that will enable them to become a capable IoT practitioner in a wide variety of IoT-related job functions.

## What you'll learn

- Plan an IoT implementation.
- Construct and program an IoT device.
- Communicate with an IoT device using wired and wireless connections.
- Process sensor input and control an actuator on an IoT device.
- Manage security, privacy, and safety risks on IoT projects.
- Manage an IoT prototyping and development project throughout the development lifecycle.

## Prerequisites

Students should have prior experience setting up and configuring computers or electronic devices, a basic understanding of computer hardware, and familiarity with fundamental software development concepts and networking principles.

## Curriculum

#### Lesson 1: Planning an IoT Implementation

- Select a General Architecture for an IoT Project
- Identify Benefits and Challenges of IoT

#### Lesson 2: Constructing and Programming an IoT Device

- Select and Configure a Processing Unit
- Select a Microcontroller Power Source
- Use a Software Development Kit to Program an IoT Device

#### Lesson 3: Communicating with an IoT Device

- Communicate Using Wired Connections
- Communicate Using Wireless Connections
- Communicate Using Internet Protocols

#### Lesson 4: Processing IoT Data

- Process IoT Device Input and Output
- Process Data in the Cloud
- Provide Machine to Machine Communication

#### Lesson 5: Managing Risks on IoT Projects

- Identify IoT Security and Privacy Risks
- Manage IoT Security and Privacy Risks
- Manage IoT Safety Risks

#### Lesson 6: Undertaking an IoT Project

- Identify Real World Applications for IoT
- Follow the IoT Development Lifecycle

## Instructors

### Bruce Gay — Instructor

Bruce is an engaging trainers and program manager who brings 25+ years practical experience to deliver effective and experiential training to students. Able to engage adult learners with a range of backgrounds and professional experiences. Successful at building effective stakeholder relationships and coordinating multi-disciplinary teams for solution delivery.

Bruce has over 25 years of project and program management experience across multiple industries. He has a Masters degree from The George Washington University and a B.A. from the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill. 

Bruce currently runs his own freelance training and consulting business, helping project managers and team leaders improve their business skills, become better leaders, and achieve professional greatness. 

Bruce is a well-received speaker in the areas of design thinking, project management, cross-team collaboration, and AI tools for projects, and has presented at regional and international conferences.

## Pricing

**Tuition:** $899