Emerging Technologies for Cyber Physical Systems (Distance Learning)

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School:

School of Computing and Engineering

Credit Rating:

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 networks and data services to enable previously disparate systems to become more integrated through ‘smart’ capabilities. You will have the opportunity to explore several application areas of CPS, including the Internet of Things (IoT), smart cities and digital manufacturing.

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.

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 the research literature pertaining to CPS technologies; developing the learners’ skills to enable the realisation of proof-of-concept models of CPS.

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.

• 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 CPS

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this module students will

Demonstrate knowledge and critical understanding of Cyber-Physical Systems, their architecture and implementation challenges.

Critically assess current practices in the development of Cyber Physical Systems and related ethical and human-related issues.

Synthesise a number of contemporary technologies to implement fundamental aspects of Cyber-Physical Systems.

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

Description:Development task: Individually design and develop a visual model of a Cyber Physical System. The learner will demonstrate their model to their tutor and report all design considerations and testing strategies employed, including any model optimisations that have been incorporated. Relevant model documentation is to be presented during the demonstration.

Assessment Weight:60

Assessment Length:18 Hours (Typical Effort)

Module Learning Outcomes:MLO3, MLO4

Individual or Group:Individual

Final Assessment Component:Yes

Marked Anonymously:No

Eligible for Tutor Reassessment:No

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.

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 optimisation through the modelling of Cyber Physical use cases.

Task 2 will be assessed based on the accuracy and appropriateness of the answers submitted.

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