Teaching Responsibility

LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:

Engineering

Learning Methods

Lecture

Practical

Module Offerings

7441MSDM-JAN-CTY

Aims

To develop an understanding of ad hoc and sensor networking concepts, protocol design, and coding techniques.

Learning Outcomes

1.
Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the concepts, opportunities and issues surrounding Wireless Sensor Networks.
2.
Evaluate various protocols, traffic, propagation models and access techniques using analytical methods and modelling techniques.
3.
Apply mathematical and data analytic techniques, and computer-based models for solving complex problems and to assess sensor networks.
4.
Design, implement and critically evaluate a practical solution that uses wireless networks and the data generated for a given engineering problem.

Module Content

Outline Syllabus:
Wireless Sensor Networks: Introduction, topologies, protocols and platforms. Radio Technologies: 802.15.4, 802.11, Bluetooth, WiFi and other proprietary systems. Deployment, energy considerations and data from sensor network to influence its behaviour and the outcome. Modelling tools and simulation techniques to explore and address limitation and issues in sensor networks
Module Overview:
This module encourages the development of theoretical understanding and practical experience in wireless and sensor networks, covering concepts, protocol design, and coding techniques. It aligns with several United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, including Quality Education, Gender Equality, Decent Work and Economic Growth, Industry, Innovation, Infrastructure, and Reduced Inequalities.
Additional Information:
This module encourages development of theoretical understanding and practical experience in wireless and sensor networks. United Nations Sustainable Development Goals: 4. Quality Education. 5. Gender Equality. 8. Decent Work and Economic Growth 9. Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure. 10. Reduced Inequalities

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