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School:

School of Computing and Engineering

Credit Rating:

15

Level (including FHEQ):

M (FHEQ Level 7)

Graded or Non Graded:

Graded

Version Valid From:

2022-09-01

Module Leader:

Tariq Alsboui

Version Number

2023.02

Learning Methods

Guided Independent Study

Synopsis

This module will enable you to explore contemporary issues in relation to emerging technologies that can be used to realise Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS). CPS are collections of physical and software components that communicate and interact with users via networks. CPS extend the traditional capabilities of embedded systems by incorporating sensor … For more content click the Read More button below.

Learning Strategy

The University’s Virtual Learning Environment will be used to support distance learners throughout their learning experience, providing lecture content, and a variety of asynchronous activities. Material provided through the VLE will focus on: presenting the fundamental concepts of Cyber Physical Systems (CPS) and the challenges around its realisation; critically evaluating … For more content click the Read More button below.

Outline Syllabus

• Key concepts of Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS)• Applications of CPS• Modelling and visualising networked systems• Evaluating and optimising models• Sensor networks and data services• Reasoning for ‘smart’ systems• Autonomy, collaboration and Multi-agent systems• Predictive and prescriptive data analytics• Legal, social, ethical and professional issues of CPS• Key research challenges for … For more content click the Read More button below.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this module students will
1.
Demonstrate knowledge and critical understanding of Cyber-Physical Systems, their architecture and implementation challenges.
2.
Critically assess current practices in the development of Cyber Physical Systems and related ethical and human-related issues.
3.
Synthesise a number of contemporary technologies to implement fundamental aspects of Cyber-Physical Systems.
4.
Design and critically evaluate a proof-of-concept model of a Cyber-Physical System.

Formative Assessment

Assessment 1: Other

Summative Assessment

Assessment 1: Project Work

Assessment 2: Written Assignment

Assessment Criteria

Task 1 1.1     Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and critical understanding of the use of a modelling environment to create a representation of a Cyber Physical System. 1.2     Demonstrate conceptual understanding of model testing and verification strategies to enable critical evaluation of a CPS. 1.3     Demonstrate critical insight into the use of … For more content click the Read More button below. Task 2 will be assessed based on the accuracy and appropriateness of the answers submitted.

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