IoT Automation Systems
Build connected intelligent systems that integrate physical devices with automation workflows for smart environments.
Course Overview
Our IoT Automation Systems course bridges the physical and digital worlds, teaching you how to create interconnected systems that sense, process, and act on real-world data. You'll learn to integrate IoT devices with automation workflows to build intelligent environments for homes, offices, factories, and public spaces.
What You'll Learn
- IoT device integration and communication protocols
- Sensor data collection, processing, and analysis
- Edge computing and cloud integration strategies
- Building automated responses and control systems
- IoT security and privacy best practices
Who Should Attend
- Automation specialists looking to incorporate IoT
- IT professionals focused on smart technology integration
- Engineers working in facility management or industrial automation
- Technology consultants developing smart solutions
- Entrepreneurs developing IoT products or services
Prerequisites
This advanced course requires a strong foundation in automation concepts and basic programming skills. Familiarity with networking, cloud services, and basic electronics is beneficial. Completion of our RPA Fundamentals course and some experience with hardware integration is recommended.
Course Format
This comprehensive 12-week course combines theoretical learning with extensive hands-on lab work and a substantial capstone project. Classes are held twice weekly for 3 hours each, with additional workshop sessions for practical experimentation. The course includes lab equipment and IoT components for in-class exercises. Both in-person and hybrid attendance options are available.
Course Curriculum
Module 1: IoT Fundamentals & Architecture
Week 1-2Establish a solid foundation in IoT concepts, architecture, and common implementations. Explore the IoT ecosystem, key components, communication protocols, and the relationship between IoT and automation systems.
Module 2: Sensors & Data Acquisition
Week 3-4Master various sensor technologies and data collection methods. Learn to implement environmental, motion, proximity, and specialized sensors while ensuring data quality, handling, and initial processing for automation workflows.
Module 3: Edge & Cloud Computing
Week 5-6Explore edge computing concepts for local data processing and real-time responses alongside cloud platforms for advanced analytics and storage. Develop hybrid architectures that balance local control with cloud capabilities.
Module 4: Actuators & Control Systems
Week 7-8Learn to implement systems that act on processed data through various actuators and control mechanisms. Build automated responses for environmental control, access management, equipment operation, and emergency protocols.
Module 5: Security & Integration
Week 9-10Address critical security aspects of IoT automation systems and develop strategies for integrating with existing business systems. Implement encryption, authentication, and monitoring while creating seamless workflows with enterprise applications.
Module 6: Capstone Project
Week 11-12Apply all course concepts to develop a complete IoT automation solution for a real-world scenario. Work in teams to design, build, and present a functioning prototype that addresses specific business or environmental challenges.
Your Instructor
Lukas Zeman
IoT Solutions Architect
Lukas brings 14 years of experience in IoT systems design and deployment across multiple industries. He specializes in creating connected automation solutions for hospitality, manufacturing, and smart buildings throughout the region.
With a background in both electrical engineering and computer science, Lukas bridges the gap between hardware and software in IoT implementations. Before joining CyprusAutomate, he led the IoT division at a major European technology firm where he oversaw large-scale smart city projects. He holds multiple certifications in IoT platforms and industrial automation systems.
IoT Automation in Cyprus
The Internet of Things (IoT) is rapidly transforming business operations and environmental management across Cyprus, creating unprecedented opportunities for automation, efficiency, and innovation. As the island continues to develop its digital infrastructure and smart city initiatives, the demand for professionals skilled in IoT automation systems has grown dramatically.
Our IoT Automation Systems course addresses the specific challenges and opportunities within the Cypriot context. The Mediterranean climate presents unique requirements for environmental monitoring and control systems, particularly in the hospitality and tourism sectors that form the backbone of the island's economy. Our curriculum includes specialized modules on energy-efficient climate control, water management systems, and guest experience automation tailored to the needs of Cyprus's renowned resorts and hotels.
The course also addresses the industrial automation requirements of Cyprus's manufacturing and logistics sectors, with particular attention to integration with existing systems and compliance with EU regulations. Participants learn to implement IoT solutions that enhance productivity while maintaining the high quality standards required for European markets. The agricultural sector, another vital component of the Cyprus economy, benefits from our coverage of precision farming technologies, automated irrigation, and crop monitoring systems adapted to local conditions.
What distinguishes our approach is the practical, hands-on methodology that ensures participants can immediately apply their learning to real-world scenarios. All lab exercises and the capstone project are designed around actual use cases from Cypriot businesses and organizations. This focus on local relevance ensures that graduates are equipped to address the specific operational challenges faced by employers throughout the island.
As Cyprus continues its digital transformation journey, professionals skilled in IoT automation will play a crucial role in enhancing the competitiveness and sustainability of businesses across all sectors. Our course provides not just technical expertise but also the strategic understanding needed to identify high-value IoT automation opportunities and successfully implement solutions that deliver measurable business benefits in the unique context of the Cyprus market.
Build the Connected Future
Join our next cohort starting on July 15, 2025 and master the skills to create innovative IoT automation solutions.