IoT and Industrial Applications (AIIoT)

Course Name IoT and Industrial Applications (AIIoT)

Course Name as on
Certification in IoT and Industrial Applications (AIIoT)
Certificate
Certificate Type Certificate of Completion by IITM Pravartak and L&T EduTech
Certificate Issued by IIT MADRAS and L&T EduTech
Course Overview

In today's rapidly evolving landscape, organizations are embracing Digital Transformation

alongside the growth of Industrial Automation. As automation directly impacts business
returns, sectors such as Designing, Manufacturing, Assembling, and Logistics are transforming
into Digital Industries. This course aims to equip learners with advanced data collection
techniques essential for these industries.

The comprehensive course on "IoT and Industrial Applications (AIIoT)" dives into the evolution
of industrialization, from the Industrial Revolution to the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). It
starts with a historical overview, core IIoT concepts, and examines IoT drivers, benefits, and
challenges through real-world examples like Dam Water Level Monitoring and STP Monitoring.

Key topics include:

• Solar Plant Management

• Utility Monitoring in Railways

• IIoT Architecture Components

Course Objectives
• Hands-on experiences with Annunciator Monitoring and Dairy Product Processing

• Sensor fundamentals, types, and selection criteria

Applications in sectors like Pharma, Electricity Distribution, and Energy Measurement are
explored, along with practical demonstrations on Machine Status, Edge Computing, Gateway
types, and configurations. The course covers IoT Connectivity, Wireless Protocols, and includes
an IIoT example with a Wheel Loader. Real-world applications include Automotive Component
Casting, Diesel Generator Monitoring, Aerospace Parts Manufacturing, and Bulk Milk Cooler
Monitoring. The course concludes with IIoT Security Concerns and a case study on an IoT
Connected Workplace Solution.

Join us to gain practical insights and hands-on experience in IIoT and prepare yourself for the
future of industrial automation.

Course Objectives
At the end of this course learners will be able to,

• Understand the historical phases of industrial revolution and evolution of industrial

processes.
 • Get an overview of Industrial IoT, covering drivers, benefits, challenges, and practical
examples for deeper exploration.
• Get insights into the intricate aspects of IoT applications, both fundamental and
advanced topics.
• Have a thorough comprehension of IIoT architecture components.
• Gain a deep knowledge of sensor fundamentals, types, and selection criteria to enable
effective implementation.
• Understand the application of sensor technologies in industries like pharmaceuticals,
electricity distribution, and manufacturing, enhancing industry-specific knowledge.
• Get a comprehensive understanding of edge computing, spanning fundamental
principles, types of gateways, and practical applications in various industries.
• Gain practical knowledge and skills in selecting, configuring, and deploying IoT
gateways, ensuring efficient data processing at the edge of the network.
• Understand a framework of IIoT connectivity, covering wireless long-range protocols,
sensor applications, and gateway integration.
• Practicing skills in implementing IIoT security measures, focusing on device security,
access control, and data protection in industrial settings.

Students pursuing Diploma / UG / PG Programs in Electrical & Electronics Engineering /

Eligibility
Electronics and Communication Engineering

Pre-Requisites Basic knowledge on Electronics Engineering

Students pursuing Diploma/ UG / PG Programs in Electronics & Communication Engineering /
Target Segment Electrical & Electronics Engineering.
Faculties / Working Professionals in the above domains & other aspiring learners

Course Content See Enclosed Progamme details – as Annexure 1

Pedagogy Online Self-paced E-Learning Content

Assessment One Final Assessment
Dr. B Venkatalakshmi
Subject Matter Expert L&T EduTech.

A highly qualified academician and researcher with a Ph.D in Multisource Network Coding for
MANETs and an ME in Optical Communication from College of Engineering Guindy, Anna
University. Her research interests include pervasive computing, network coding, RFID, digital
signal processing, information theory, mobile ad-hoc networks, industrial IoT, AI and edge
computing and 5G. Dr Venkatalakshmi has a wide range of research skills, including Matlab,
GIoMoSim, Qualnet, ADS, RFID API integration, Python, Weka and Power BI.
Programme Faculty
With over 29 years of teaching and research experience, having served as a lecturer, professor,
head of research and development department and vice principal at various educational
institutions in Chennai, she has made significant contributions to academic planning and
development, research planning and development and industry interactions and development.
She has organised and developed the ME Mobile and Pervasive Computing syllabus and gained
expertise in the domain of RFID and wireless sensor networks, training human resources in
these areas. She has also established new research labs and published many research works in
national and international journals.
Duration Units: 5 Hours: 11
Class Schedule Self-Paced

• The course explains IoT applications such that, the learner gains ability to design
solutions for any complex real-world problems
Programme • The relevant examples discussed in the course provides an investigation capability for
Highlights/USPs the learners while developing IoT solutions
• The end-to-end framework of IoT Systems explained in the course enable confidence
in the learner to contribute the IoT solutions

Total Fees (Rs.)

Total Fees Total Programme
Rs 1,900/- inclusive of tax
Fee
 ANNEXURE 1

Proposed Course outline / programme / plan - Unit wise syllabus details.

Unit 1 - Introduction to Industrial IoT and Industrial IoT Architecture - Part I

• Historical journey of industrialization, exploring innovations and societal impacts across distinct phases.
• Essentials of Industrial IoT concepts and their transformative role in industrial processes.
• Possible drivers, benefits, and challenges influencing the widespread adoption of IoT across diverse
industries.
• Hands-on examples of IoT applications across industries, guided by an instructor for a practical learning
experience

Unit 2 - Industrial IoT Architecture - Part II

• Dynamics of solar plant management, covering crucial aspects of effective operation and maintenance.
• Pivotal role of IIoT in enhancing utility monitoring within the railway sector.
• Demonstration on panel boxes, providing practical insights into their role and functionality in industrial
settings.
• The intricacies of temperature monitoring systems, understanding their significance in various industrial
applications.
• The layers of IIoT architecture by participating in a comprehensive, multi-part series focusing on the
various components that constitute its framework.

Unit 3 - Data Acquisition

• Basics of sensors in an engaging learning series, covering fundamental principles and setting the
groundwork for advanced sensor applications.
• Various types of sensors and the criteria for selecting the right sensor for specific applications through
comprehensive sessions and practical guidance.
• Reinforcing fundamental sensor concepts and addressing key principles critical for sensor integration.
• A spectrum of sensor technologies, including thermal, pressure, shear, photo, electrical, magnetic, and
mechanical sensors along with Industry-specific applications of sensors

Unit 4 - The Edge Computing and The Gateway

• The nuances of edge computing, covering key concepts and applications relevant to contemporary
industrial settings.
• The diverse types and features of gateways in industrial IoT landscapes.
• Edge computing, emphasizing its significance in industrial scenarios, and gaining insights into real-world
applications.
• Selection, configuration, and analysis of IoT gateways, explore hands-on experience in optimizing these
critical components for industrial settings.

Unit 5 - IoT Connectivity Protocols, Platform Architecture and Security

• The diverse landscape of IIoT connectivity, examining wireless long-range protocols, real-world examples
in a wheel loader, and the overall platform architecture.
• IIoT security concerns, including device security, access management, and data protection in industrial
applications.
• On-off time measurement, showcasing the application of IIoT in monitoring and optimizing industrial
processes.
• Types of server architecture, data architecture, data ingestion, and stream processing in IIoT solutions.