IoT Engineer
Explore how IoT engineers connect sensors, devices, networks and software to observe or control real-world systems.
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What does this career involve?
Common kinds of work to investigate when learning about this area.
Work you might explore
- Selecting sensors, controllers and communication methods
- Writing device and application software
- Testing connected systems for reliability and security
- Working across electronics, networking and data
What skills can help?
- Embedded programming
- Electronics foundations
- Networking concepts
- Systems integration
Courses to explore
These are possible learning routes, not fixed requirements. Course content and entry conditions vary.
Projects students can try
Small projects can help you test your interest and practise the work behind this career.
Prototype a smart energy monitor
Document the privacy and security risks of a connected device
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