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Medium Of InstructionsMode Of LearningMode Of Delivery
EnglishVideo and Text Based

Course Overview

The Certification Course on IoT using Raspberry-Pi by NIELIT is completely molded for e-learning. Therefore, all the participating students can learn at their own comfort and pace. The entire session will be entirely guided by the experienced professors of NIELIT. E-materials will be provided to every participant for easy learning. Projects will be made available so that aspirants learn in more structured and vivid details. The course will be encouraging students to take up IoT in a more professional way.

The student will be taught to set-up environments involving Raspberry Pi. The basics of the Linux Operating System will be covered during the IoT using the Raspberry-Pi course in a fundamental way. The art of debugging Python code and tracing Raspberry Pi will be imparted to all the participants. The rudiments of Python-based IDE will be dealt with in detail. After completing the IoT using the Raspberry-Pi certification course the students will have an e-certificate issued in form of links and e-handouts.

The Highlights

  • Two different course duration
  • 4-week course + no project
  • 6-week program + 2 projects
  • Certificate by NIELIT
  • Government recognized certificate

Programme Offerings

  • Online education
  • Projects
  • E-content
  • Presentations

Courses and Certificate Fees

Certificate Availability
no

Eligibility Criteria

Education

  • Pursuing/Passed B.E./B. Tech (CS/IT/EEE/ECE)/ MCA/ BCA/ BSc/MSc / Polytechnic Diploma/ NIELIT ‘O’ Level with graduation/ NIELIT ‘A’ Level.
  • Knowledge of basic programming.

Certification Qualification Details

  • All the candidates need to secure a minimum of 50% marks in the examinations and they are also required to have a minimum of 75% attendance throughout the course. Then only will the student receive an e-certificate?

What you will learn

Knowledge of electronics

The students will develop their skills in the following domains once they complete the Certification Course on IoT using Raspberry-Pi by NIELIT-

  • They will learn about Raspberry-Pi in detail.
  • Aspirants will be learning more about IoT technology.
  • Candidates will have their knowledge strengthened in the field of GPIO programming.
  • The details about electronics components will also be given.
  • Students will be introduced to the single-board computer.
  • Learners will be taught to manage the Raspberry-Pi.
  • He/she will gain more skills in Raspbian OS concepts.
  • Candidates will also be learning about hardware interfacing.
  • The looping concepts will also be covered.
  • The basics of python programming will be taught.

Who it is for

The Certification Course on IoT using Raspberry-Pi by NIELIT is recommended to every participant who wants to learn more about the listed things-

  • Students seeking jobs in the field of IoT.
  • Candidates who are interested to know more about python based IDE.
  • Aspirants are eager to explore the Raspberry Pi environment.

Application Details

For starting the registration process, please begin by clicking the given URL- http://nielit.gov.in/sites/default/files/headquarter/pdf/RasspberryPi_v10.pdf

As of now, the application process is closed. So please recheck later for further notice and updates.

The Syllabus

  • Understanding IoT fundamentals
  • Definition of the term Internet of Things (IoT)
  • Technological trends leading to IoT
  • IoT and its impact on society
  • IoT Architecture and Protocols
  • Real-time examples of IoT
  • Overview of IoT components and IoT Communication Technologies

  • Definition of an embedded system in terms of its interface
  • Components of an embedded system
  • How embedded systems interact with the physical world

  • The core hardware components commonly used in IoT devices
  • Sensors and Actuators

  • Role of an operating system to support software in IoT devices

  • Introduction to Raspberry Pi
  • Comparison of various Raspberry Pi Models
  • Understanding SoC architecture and SoCs used in Raspberry Pi
  • Pin description of Raspberry Pi
  • On-board components of Raspberry Pi and their functions
  • Projects using Raspberry P

  • Linux- Introduction, Architecture, File System
  • Popular Linux Commands

  • Raspbian O.S.- Introduction
  • Installing Raspbian Linux for Pi
  • Setting up boot options for Raspbian and Configuration
  • Tools available in Raspbian for Raspberry Pi.

  • Concept of users and the login process
  • Viewing and modifying the file system
  • Files and their permissions
  • The nature of processes and their management

  • Introduction, Python vs. Other Languages, Applications of Python
  • Understanding Python, Interpreted Languages
  • How to use the Python shell and execute programs
  • Variables, Keywords, Operators, and Operands
  • Data Types in Python, Importing Libraries
  • Boolean and algebraic expressions
  • Strings and their operations and methods
  • How to define and invoke functions
  • Flow Control, Conditional Statement, Loops

The General Purpose Input/ Output (GPIO) pins and their features
Use of the GPIO library to access the GPIO pins
Interfacing sensors and Actuators to Raspberry Pi using Python
  • LED Blinking, Temperature and Humidity Sensor (DHT11) Integration with Pi, Integrating Motion Sensor (PIR), Obstacle detection using Ultrasonic/Distance sensor, Servo control, Buzzer, Photo Detector/Light Dependent Resistor (LDR),
Integration of Camera module
  • Raspberry Pi Camera Module - Picamera library
  • Camera functions: capture images, change settings, capture video, time-lapse, photos, etc.

  • Introduction to networking and basic networking hardware
  • Network protocol
  • Client-Server concepts
  • Introduction to the structure of the Internet

  • MQTT Protocol
  • Controlling the hardware through a Web Page – creating custom web pages using
  • HTML.
  • GPIO control over Web Server.
  • Installation of LAMP Web Server on Raspberry Pi.
  • Communicating using RPi- GSM interfacing
  • Accessing onboard Wi-Fi
  • Communicating data using the onboard module

  • Introduction to Cloud Computing
  • Various types of Cloud Services - IaaS, PaaS, etc
  • IoT clouds, API, and library
  • Raspberry Pi data visualization in ThingSpeak cloud
  • Raspberry Pi sensor data visualization in ThingSpeak cloud
  • Publish strings from Raspberry Pi to PubNub cloud

  • Twitter’s API; Registering your Twitter app; Authentication keys
  • Sending tweets & Reading twitter streams
  • Callback functions
  • Responding to tweets

National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology, Gangtok Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: What is the duration of the course?

The Certification Course on IoT using Raspberry-Pi by NIELIT has two different course tenure- a) 6-week course period that included two projects and b) 4-week program tenure that has no projects included.

2: What are the things required for the course?

Before the students apply for the course they have to ensure that they have a Raspbian and Raspberry Pi Board. They also need to have a minimum of 4GB RAM laptop or a computer.

3: When will the course commence?

The course starting date will be shared via email to all the registered students. Candidates can also check the website for more information.

4: What are the qualification requirements?

To qualify for the certification course students need to secure 75% attendance and also 50% marks.

5: How can I apply for the course?

Click the URL-http://nielit.gov.in/sites/default/files/headquarter/pdf/RasspberryPi_v10.pdf
And visit the site of NIELIT and begin with the process.

6: How can I pay the fees?

The fee details and all the necessary steps involved in it will be shared on the official website of NIELIT in due course of time.

7: What is the time-table of the programme?

The session schedule of The Certification Course on IoT using Raspberry-Pi by NIELIT will be shared with all the candidates shortly.

8: When will the certificate be given?

The e-certificate will be given as soon as the students pass the final examination by securing the passing marks.

9: Is the course campus oriented?

No, the entire course of The Certification Course on IoT using Raspberry-Pi by NIELIT will be held in the e-learning platform.

10: Will course materials be provided?

Yes, during the entire course, all the students will be provided with e-materials and assessment papers on a regular basis.

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