Is prior experience in programming or electronics required?

While a basic understanding of programming concepts and fundamental electronics is helpful, this course is designed to guide learners through the essentials of Arduino interfacing, making it accessible for those new to embedded systems and electrical engineering.

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When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. Your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile.

Is financial aid available?

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Interfacing with the Arduino

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Interfacing with the Arduino

This course is part of An Introduction to Programming the Internet of Things (IOT) Specialization

Instructor: Ian Harris

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4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

3,962 reviews

8 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

95%

Most learners liked this course

What you'll learn

Develop Arduino programming skills for sensor and actuator control.
Design and implement basic electronic circuits for IoT devices.
Master interfacing techniques for various hardware peripherals.
Understand digital and analog signal conversion in embedded systems.

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There are 4 modules in this course

This course is for aspiring engineers, programmers, and hobbyists interested in embedded systems and IoT. You will gain practical skills in interfacing with the Arduino platform. By the end of this course, you will be able to:

- Program Arduino to control sensors and actuators for automation. - Understand digital and analog signal conversion in electrical circuits. - Connect Arduino to various hardware peripherals using shields and software libraries. - Design basic electronic circuits for real-world applications. To be successful, you should have a basic understanding of programming concepts and fundamental electronics.

In this module, you'll dive into the essential hardware design and wiring skills needed for building your own IoT devices. We'll cover the basics of passive electronic components and guide you through creating simple circuits on a breadboard. By the end, you'll confidently design and implement the electrical systems required to interface with sensors and actuators, bringing your automation projects to life!

What's included

10 videos2 readings2 assignments

10 videosTotal 56 minutes

Module 1 Introduction1 minute
Lecture 1.1 - Electrical Circuits4 minutes
Lecture 1.2 - Electrical Properties7 minutes
Lecture 1.3 - Ohm's Law4 minutes
Lecture 2.1 - Electrical Components9 minutes
Lecture 2.2 - Diodes5 minutes
Lecture 2.3 - Switches, Potentiometers7 minutes
Lecture 3.1 - Wiring8 minutes
Lecture 3.2 - Wiring Demo, Pushbutton6 minutes
Lecture 3.3 - Wiring Demo, Potentiometer5 minutes

2 readingsTotal 45 minutes

Course Overview15 minutes
Module 1 Readings30 minutes

2 assignmentsTotal 40 minutes

Module 1 Quiz10 minutes
Build a Circuit30 minutes

In this module, you'll master interfacing with sensors and actuators, the building blocks of automation and control systems. We'll explore different types, understand the essential circuitry for connection, and dive into the Arduino programming needed to communicate with them. By the end, you'll be able to make your Arduino projects interact intelligently with the physical world!

What's included

10 videos1 reading2 assignments

10 videosTotal 57 minutes

Module 2 Introduction1 minute
Lecture 1.1 - Sensors10 minutes
Lecture 1.2 - Resistive Sensors12 minutes
Lecture 1.3 - Resistive Sensor Demo4 minutes
Lecture 2.1 - Actuators6 minutes
Lecture 2.2 - Analog Actuators3 minutes
Lecture 2.3 - Pulse Width Modulation7 minutes
Lecture 3.1 - Demo Fade Example4 minutes
Lecture 3.2 - Making Sounds6 minutes
Lecture 3.3 - Demo Music System4 minutes

1 readingTotal 20 minutes

Module 2 Reading20 minutes

2 assignmentsTotal 40 minutes

Module 2 Quiz10 minutes
Light an LED30 minutes

Welcome to this module on Arduino software libraries! Here, you'll discover how powerful libraries simplify complex hardware interactions, making your programming journey smoother. We'll explore common libraries that enable you to effortlessly use hardware peripherals with your Arduino. By the end, you'll be able to integrate advanced functionalities into your embedded systems projects with confidence. Get ready to unlock new possibilities!

What's included

10 videos1 reading2 assignments

10 videosTotal 61 minutes

Module 3 Introduction1 minute
Lecture 1.1 - Arduino Libraries9 minutes
Lecture 1.2 - EEPROM8 minutes
Lecture 1.3 - Masking10 minutes
Lecture 2.1 - I2C Communication7 minutes
Lecture 2.2 - I2C Transactions5 minutes
Lecture 2.3 - Sending Bits6 minutes
Lecture 3.1 - Wire Library5 minutes
Lecture 3.2 - Master Communication4 minutes
Lecture 3.3 - Slave Operation7 minutes

1 readingTotal 20 minutes

Module 3 Reading20 minutes

2 assignmentsTotal 40 minutes

Module 3 Quiz 10 minutes
EEPROM Sketch30 minutes

Ready to expand your Arduino's potential? In this module, you'll explore Arduino shields, learning how these powerful add-on boards, combined with software libraries, extend your system's capabilities. You'll discover their construction and how to integrate them. Crucially, you'll learn to connect your IoT device to the Internet using both Ethernet for wired networking and WiFi for wireless connectivity, preparing you to build truly connected projects.

What's included

10 videos1 reading2 assignments

10 videosTotal 60 minutes

Module 4 Introduction1 minute
Lecture 1.1 - Arduino Shields6 minutes
Lecture 1.2 - Ethernet Shield8 minutes
Lecture 1.3 - Ethernet Library7 minutes
Lecture 2.1 - Ethernet Client4 minutes
Lecture 2.2 - Client Examples4 minutes
Lecture 2.3 - Ethernet Server6 minutes
Lecture 2.4 - Ethernet Shield Demo11 minutes
Lecture 3.1 - WiFi Shield6 minutes
Lecture 3.2 - WiFi Shield Demo8 minutes

1 readingTotal 30 minutes

Module 4 Reading30 minutes

2 assignmentsTotal 40 minutes

Module 4 Quiz10 minutes
Wifi Shield30 minutes

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Reviewed on May 22, 2020

A good introductional course, where i'm able to learn the basics and some more. A recommended course for anyone who is willing to learn more about arduino or start learning arduino.

Reviewed on Jan 25, 2016

Great course! You will learn much on Arduino projects and Arduino Shields.This course earns my highest recommendations and is ideal for someone who wants to learn more on IoT.

Reviewed on Jun 8, 2020

It was a really nice to complete this course as a part of the specialization. I really like it and highly recommend to other students who are interested in learning Arduino!

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Frequently asked questions

Arduino is an open-source electronics platform widely used for building interactive projects and embedded systems. This course will teach you the fundamental programming and electrical engineering principles to leverage Arduino for automation and IoT applications.

You will develop practical coding skills for Arduino, focusing on C/C++ based programming to interface with various sensors and actuators. This includes understanding software libraries and digital signal processing.

You'll learn to design and implement basic electronic circuits, connect hardware peripherals like sensors and actuators, and use Arduino shields to build functional IoT devices, from simple automation tasks to networked systems.

To access the course materials, assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience when you enroll in a course. You can try a Free Trial instead, or apply for Financial Aid. The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience.