FIU's All-New Bachelor of Science inÂ
Internet of Things (IoT)Â The first IoT degree offered in the U.S. Preparing the next generation of highly trained IoT Specialists
What is IoT? Internet of Things, better known as IoT, is a network of smart devices which communicate with each other and the surrounding physical world. Smart sensors, smart appliances, smart wearable technologies and smart phones are considered IoT devices.
FACTS
Approximately 4.5 million IoT jobs are projected to be available by 2020. IoT technologies will increase the quality of life in terms of cost, convenience and reliability. About 20 billion IoT devices are projected to be in use by 2020.
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IoT Careers and Salaries POTENTIAL CAREERS Embedded Engineer IoT Hardware Engineer IoT Software Engineer IoT Technical Architect IoT Solutions Architect IoT Data Engineer IoT Mobile Application Engineer IoT Android Engineer IoT Security Analyst IoT Privacy Analyst
TOP HIRING COMPANIES Amazon Web Services AT&T Cisco Dell Google Intel Microsoft Oracle Samsung Siemens *Information from Networkworld.com
POTENTIAL SALARIES Application Developer $84,558 per year IoT Software Engineer $96,884 per year IoT Technical Architect $99,721 per year IoT Software Architect $121,374 per year *IoT average salaries in the U.S. Information from Indeed.com FIU | Internet of Things Degree
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Program Overview Goals Pillars Courses
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Program Overview A degree in Internet of Things will transform a student into a technological expert who can manage, program, maintain and secure IoT devices in many critical areas such as energy transportation, health, aviation, infrastructure and hospitality.
Four Pillars of IoT
Software
Cybersecurity & Privacy
Hardware Wireless Communications
Educational Goals Technology. Demonstrate hands-on expertise in selection, installation, customization and maintenance of state-of-the-art IoT devices and networks. Content. Apply knowledge of IoT to at least one related field. Communication. Effectively communicate ideas verbally in a professional presentation related to IoT and ideas in written and graphical form through a scientific report. Critical thinking. Analyze the legal and ethical implications of students' work and how the work can impact individuals, society and the environment.
120 Credit-Hour Degree Students with an associate's degree (AA) degree from a Florida accredited State college may be able to complete the Bachelor of Science degree in IoT with 60 credits.* *Consult with an FIU Electrical & Computer Engineering Academic Advisor for details.
Sample Courses: CTS 1120 Fundamentals of Cybersecurity COP 2250 Programming in Java CNT 3142 Microcontrollers for IoT CNT 3162 Intro to Wireless Communications for IoT CNT 3122 Sensors for IoT CNT 4165 Network Protocols for IoT EEE 4717 Intro to Security of IoT FIU | Internet of Things Degree
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Applications are being accepted for fall and spring. For more information, including deadlines and our online application, click here or contact Dr. Kemal Akkaya.
CONTACT US FIU's IoT Bachelor's Degree may be right for you if... you want to become an expert in a fast-growing industry. you want to be a pioneer in this emerging field as this is the first IoT degree offered in the nation. you have a passion for smart technology. you want to resolve issues in IoT such as privacy and security issues.
Meet Dr. Kemal Akkaya Professor, Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering and IoT Program Coordinator Email: kakkaya@fiu.edu Phone: (305) 348-3017 internetofthings.fiu.edu FIU | Internet of Things Degree
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LOCATION FIU's College of Engineering and Computing is located at the FIU Engineering Center, a 40-acre major research facility home to state-of-the-art research laboratories. With close to $20M of external funding, research is an integral part of the college’s mission and its success. The college is committed to diversity, and is the largest producer of Hispanic engineers. FIU is a vibrant, student centered public research university, ideally located in Miami that is Worlds Ahead in its commitment to learning, research, entrepreneurship, innovation and creativity so that our graduates are prepared to succeed in a global market.
Florida International University College of Engineering & Computing Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering 10555 West Flagler Street, EC 3900 Miami, FL 33174
Phone: (305) 348-2807 Email: ece.info@fiu.edu ece.fiu.edu