In a Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) program focusing on Internet of Things (IoT) and Cybersecurity, students study the following key topics:
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Internet of Things (IoT):
- IoT Architecture: Understanding the layers of IoT systems, protocols like MQTT, CoAP.
- Sensors & Actuators: Integration of sensors for data collection and actuators for system control.
- Embedded Systems: Design and development of microcontroller-based devices for IoT.
- Cloud Computing: Cloud platforms for managing and storing IoT data.
- IoT Security: Addressing issues like data privacy, encryption, and authentication in IoT networks.
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Cybersecurity:
- Network Security: Techniques to protect networks from cyber threats.
- Cryptography: Study of encryption, key management, and secure communication.
- Ethical Hacking: Identifying and exploiting vulnerabilities to improve system security.
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Blockchain Technology:
- Blockchain Fundamentals: Distributed ledgers, consensus algorithms, and cryptocurrencies.
- Smart Contracts: Self-executing contracts with rules encoded on blockchain platforms.