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What STEM summer program do you offer?,Currently we are offering a summer program named Internet of Things Summer Program
Why Internet Of Things Summer Program Certification?,"From smart microwaves to self-driving cars, IoT (or Internet of Things) and SMART Computing affects the daily life of everyone in many important ways. IoT are not just things of the future, but are very relevant right now. Don't you believe it? Without being aware, we are transitioning into the future. We already have smart watches, smart cars, smart TVs, and pacemaker devices attached to the heart. A decade ago, several of these products and apps were just prototypes or imagination. Now, they are a reality. Would you want to know about the new future and learn new tools and technologies? Welcome to the club! In the AIoT Smart Labs, we will learn about technological solutions to real world problems. We will discuss several topics including electrical engineering, electronics and computer science. Upon completion of the Internet of Things Summer Program, you can validate the certificate using this link."
The above explanation is a little heavy! I am a high schooler; how would this summer program help me in particular?,For Colleges & Careers: This creates a great transisition for you to explore the following areas as college or career option: Electrical Engineering Electronics Engineering Computer Sciences (Artificial Intelligence or Cloud Computing etc.) Mention in your college application to show your interest in any of the above areas Community and School Leadership You can start a club in your school and teach what you learnt. You may come up with ideas using these technologies to solve problems in your communities. Other possibilities: Innovation and Product development (probably long shot but not impossible based on your appetite)
What Will I Learn in the Internet of Things Summer Program?,Understanding IoT and SMART Technologies Learn Electronic Circuits and Components Learn Basics of Coding and Github Understanding Sensors Designing IoT Systems by integrating Hardware and Software
"Why Should I Consider the IoT Summer Program Over Other Online Resources? (e.g., YouTube Channels, Online Engineering Websites, Stack Overflow, etc.)","The IoT Summer Program is a unique opportunity for high school students who want to learn about the Internet of Things and how to create smart devices that can interact with the physical world. Many online resources do not provide the organized instructional material to teach students about the field of IoT with both theory and hands-on projects. Some resources only cover parts of theory, while other resources focus solely on projects. This leaves many gaps in knowledge leading to many conceptual misunderstandings in the future. Unlike other online resources that may only cover parts of theory or projects, the IoT Summer Program offers a comprehensive curriculum that covers both the hardware and software aspects of IoT, as well as the design thinking and problem-solving skills that are essential for innovation. The IoT Summer Program also provides live, mentorship from experienced instructors who can quickly understand and solve problems that may occur, whether they are simple or nuanced. This is something that many other online resources do not offer, and it can save you a lot of time and frustration from debugging errors on your own. Moreover, the IoT Summer Program does not assume that you have any prior knowledge on the topic, and it explains everything in a clear and easy-to-follow way. This way, you can focus on creating meaningful and impactful projects, rather than struggling to understand the basics. By participating in the IoT Summer Program, you will not only gain valuable knowledge and skills, but also build a portfolio of projects that showcase your creativity and potential as a future technology leader."
Who Is This For?,"This course is primarily for high schoolers interested in Technology and its applications. Primarily Electrical, Electronic, and Computer Science. However, this can be combined with any area. For example, IoT + Healthcare, IoT + Manufacturing and there is no limit on how you want to proceed. The skills developed in these areas can be implemented across various industries such as Healthcare, Retail, Manufacturing, Information Technology, etc."
Requirements,"High Schoolers (Grades 8 to 12). This is only a recommendation, not a restriction. Anyone interested can pursue. Have a laptop/computer to join and do the projects with internet connection."
What is AIoT Smart Labs?,"The Internet of Things (IOT) is a network of connected sensors, people, and devices that collect and share data about their surroundings and act based on certain circumstances. Smart Computing covers intelligent approaches gaining optimal performances by high-speed data mining and data analysis throughout all aspects in distributed computing and integrated systems. SMART can be defined as simply 'smart' or 'intellegent' ! Every thing that could make decisions by self and technologies related to that. However we also have AI in the name to keep it open for future possibilities of expanding the scope. Labs as the name says is for experimentation and exploration. Currently we are running a certification program named ""Internet Of Things (IoT) Theory & Practice"""
What is AIoT SMART Labs site?,"The AIoT Smart Labs website is a site that hosts all the information about the IoT clubs (e.g. Course Curriculum and other chapters). We provide a summer program in the area of IoT (Internet of Things) and will expand to relevant courses in the future. The vision is to educate high school students to pursue technology careers by giving them the opportunity to explore technological areas encompassing electrical, electronics and computer sciences. As of now we have Internet of Things Summer Program. However, in future the goal is to expand to relevant areas. Not just for certification but also innovation in area."
"How is ""AIoT Smart Labs"" different from ""BASIS Ahwatukee IoT and SMART Computing Club""?","""AIoT Smart Labs"" is the overarching organization that manages chapters of clubs (e.g. ""BASIS Ahwatukee IoT and SMART Computing Club""). Currently Managment team of AIoT Smart Labs is executing the same course work as summer program in BASIS Ahwatukee in the form of club. Upon going through the course offered by this site, one can start their own club in their respective schools and AIoT Smart Labs will provide necessary guidance to get you started."
"Is ""AIoT Smart labs"" a non-profit?","Currently, the AIoT Smart Labsis not a non-profit organization as we do not take any money in the form of fees or any donations. We are currently NOT registered as a non-profit or as a for-profit company. Think of this as a channel to help other high school students to spin IoT clubs in their schools. This is by organizing educational programs to get you started."
Do you accept donations?,No. We do NOT accept any donations. We do NOT take any fees.
Do you offer programs?,We do offer Summer Programs. Click here to check program overview
What else do you do?,"We primarily work with the vision of transforming high school students into tech leaders. Summer programs are the starting point. From here, we encourage several high school students to start similar clubs. And from there, we want to evolve our activities to further expand this area in multiple areas. Such as community outreach, innovation, and application on an industrial scale. However, these are just my current thoughts. I have to see how these things will evolve in the future."
Are any of the positions paid?,None of the positions are paid. Any position here on the site is entirely a volunteering activity.
"If I volunteer for the club, do they count as volunteer hours?","If your activity is considered a volunteer activity, it will count as volunteer hours. Below are the criteria. Considered a volunteer activity: Helping with any events, such as being a mentor for AIoT Smart Labs activities Help reach out to people regarding AIoT Smart Labs or working in any position as a volunteer. Starting a club in similar lines in your school by working with your school management. It is up to you on how you want to contribute. A person can even come up with course work relevant to this. If our team approves that you can run the course as well via our platform. If the work is in line with the vision and mission of the AIoT Smart Labs, we can give volunteer hours. If you have more questions let us know via Contact Us form. Note: Additionally, you can check your hours on the Certificate/Hours Verification Page. NOT Considered a volunteer activity: Taking the course is not considered volunteer. This is for your learning."
What is the summer program name?,Internet of Things Summer Program
How can I join?,"We have recorded online and also live online at different times of summer. Content in all dates, including the recorded ones, is the same. You may pick one based on your availability and also on available slots in each batch. There is no limit on the number of people to sign up for the online recorded version. Check the Dates & Enrollment page to enroll."
Do I have to pay for the Summer Program?,We do NOT charge any fee. This year (2024) we will be using an online website (www.wokwi.com) for all of the projects that we do. The Summer Program (2024) is completely FREE to attend.
What other equipment is needed?,You need a laptop to join online sessions and internet connection.
How is this different from college-organized summer programs?,"The curriculum of the club is based on summer programs of other universities. Universities offer two-week summer programs and they cost around $4500 (including accommodation though). Add your travel costs (flights etc.), and in total it would be more than $5000. Whereas in our summer program, the course is free, material cost is nominal, and you join online from your home!"
What will I learn from this program?,"In the program you will understand IoT and SMART Technologies, learn Electronic Circuits and Components, learn the basics of computer programming, understand and select sensors and design IoT Systems by integrating hardware and software. Go over the course curriculum for more details."
Do you also cover Artificial Intellegence (AI)?,"Not currently. Though AI algorithms can be integrated to IoT devices, the current course focus is integrating hardware and software. Refer to the course contents."
What are the qualifications for this program?,"We recommend this for high schoolers (9th - 12th Grade) based on intensity of the program. However, this is not a rule. If you are in middle school or in college and would want to sign up, you are welcome to."
Do I need any recommendation letters to join?,No. Simply join by signing up.
Is the program online or on site? How do you organize?,The program is completely online and live sessions. You can join via zoom links sent to you.
How much time and effort is needed?,"This is a one-week program (Mon to Fri). Similar to most universities' summer programs, except that it is completely online & live, so you can join from anywhere. During the program weekdays, on a daily basis, there will be approx. two-hour meeting and about one hour-tasks at home."
I am stuck while doing the project. How do I get help?,"It is quite common that one can encounter issues while doing electronic projects. Though the troubleshooting can be daunting, you can solve issues faster with more experience. We will try our best to help you complete the projects. Via YouTube videos, live sessions, and a discord server."
I have more questions. How can I ask?,Click here for contact us page to ask your questions.
How do I enroll for the program?,Click here for Program Dates and Enrollment
Can Summer Program helps to start a new club in my school?,"The summer program helps high school student learn the course content and get a certificate. Once high school students learn via the summer program, it is up to them on how to take it forward: Simply learn and get a certificate. You or anyone can verify the certificate on this verification link. One may explore their passion further on technology side on scaling up for new projects etc. The other option is creating clubs with the learned knowlege to share the knowledge with other students via a club. You may run the same content as a club course work in your school."
I want to start and IoT club at my school. How can I do that?,"Once you complete the course, if you are confident that you can execute a similar program by spinning a club at your school, you are more than welcome! Yes, it requires a lot of commitment to execute everything. Leadership means helping others grow. If that is your passion, I recommend going for it. We will be with you to support you with our experience. Below I have some tips to get your started."
What support do I get from you?,"Please note starting a club at your school is primarily between you and school management. However, here is how we can help. I (Founder, Rishi S) will share my story/experiances of how I started a club at the school. How I started Promoting the club (Creating leaflets, URL links, etc.) You may consider the exact same course or modify it based on your skills, interest and needs in your school. We will share all the Power Point slides that we used in the course. If your course work is different, you have to work on them. Budgeting or costs for the club Help review your course content Please note you are the leader driving the activity. You can decide what you want to execute. This course that you learned can be a starting point and from there you can take it up the way you want."
Can you show my club and my team on this site.,"Yes, of course. With your consent, we will post your details under the chapters."
What fields does the IoT Summer Program build foundations in?,"Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science & AI"
What does AIoT SMART Labs stand for?,AIoT SMART Labs
Who can enroll in the IoT Summer Program?,"High schoolers (Grades 9 to 12, 8th graders may also consider). Have a laptop/computer with an internet connection to join class and do the projects"
How much does the IoT Summer Program cost?,The program is free. You only need a laptop or computer to join along with an internet connection. Fully online and live program
What are the dates for the online & live batches?,"First Batch: July 1, 2024 Monday to July 5, 2024 Friday (9 AM to 11 AM Pacific Time). Second Batch: July 29, 2024 Monday to August 2, 2024 Friday (9 AM to 11 AM Pacific Time)"
When will the content for the online & recorded batch be available?,"Content will be available starting July 6, 2024 onwards"
How does the IoT Summer Program compare to university summer programs?,The curriculum of the club is based on summer programs of other universities. Universities cost around $4500 or more (including accommodation though) + Travel costs. Our summer program is free with zero material cost. We use free software to create our projects for the 2024 IoT Summer Program.
What is the Internet of Things (IoT)?,"The Internet of Things (IoT) is a network of connected sensors, people, devices that collect and share data about their surroundings and act based on certain circumstances using software. Examples: Autonomous Tesla Car, Smartwatch, Home Automation, Pacemakers (a device attached to the heart to make it beat properly)"
What are the projected number of IoT connected devices worldwide by 2030?,29 Billion
Why should I consider this IoT Summer Program?,"Program includes hardware, software, and their integration. Hence, this one program builds a strong foundation for many STEM undergrad degrees. Paves the path for STEM careers in Healthcare, Retail, IT, Banking, Manufacturing, etc. Hands-on projects along with solid foundation via theory. Free course with a verifiable certificate makes this an affordable and yet very effective summer program. Online and Live Summer Classes."
What will you learn in the IoT Summer Program?,"Electronic Circuits and Components (Hardware), Computer Programming (Software), Understand & Select Sensors, Build IoT Systems by integrating Hardware and Software, Discuss Industrial & Real World Application."
What topics are covered in the program sessions?,"Session 1: IoT & SMART Computing, Programming Basics. Session 2: Microcontrollers Selection, Sensors: Types and Applications. Session 3: Transports (WiFi, Bluetooth) and Protocols (HTTP) Intro, Electronic Circuit Building. Session 4: Measuring Electrical Properties With Multimeter, Controlling LEDs Via Code. Session 5: Measuring Distance Using Sensor, Controlling IoT System Using Web Application. Healthcare: Controlling Heartbeat Using Pacemaker. Automobiles: Proximity Sensors in Autonomous Cars. Home Automation: SMART Home Applications."
What are some real-world applications discussed in the program?,"Healthcare (Controlling Heartbeat Using Pacemaker), Automobiles (Proximity Sensors in Autonomous Cars), Home Automation (SMART Home Applications)."
How is the IoT Summer Program different from university/college summer programs?,"The curriculum of the club is based on summer programs of other universities. Universities cost around $4500 or more (including accommodation though) + Travel costs. Our summer program, the course is free and with zero material cost. We use free software to create our projects for the 2024 IoT Summer Program."
How does the program help high schoolers with their future?,"Provides a great transition to explore STEM areas as college or career options such as Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Sciences (Artificial Intelligence or Cloud Computing), Biomedical, Automobile and many more. Mention the certificate on your college application to show your interest in any of the above areas. Update your LinkedIn or any professional networks to show that you did this summer program. You can start a club in your school and teach what you learned. We will help you in this process! You may come up with ideas using these technologies to solve problems in your communities."
What certification will be provided after completing the program?,A verifiable course completion certificate.
Where can you enroll in the IoT Summer Program?,At www.aiotsmartlabs.com
Who can be contacted for more questions about the program?,Email: rishi@aiotsmartlabs.com
What kind of hands-on projects will students do in the IoT Summer Program?,"After covering the basics in electronic hardware and computer science programming, we do hands-on projects. Each project is a prototype that the student builds. We use an LED (small light) as a proxy and try to control it programmatically using software (code, web app, etc.) Students understand controlling electronic devices or getting data from sensors. This is done by integrating hardware, electronic components and software. In addition to that, we will discuss case studies on how each project can be expanded for real life applications in different industries, such as Healthcare, Automobiles, Home Automation etc. This hands-on hardware integration via software programing builds a strong foundation with STEM skills and knowledge. As a result, it builds confidence for several STEM undergrad programs."
Brochure link to webpage,https://www.aiotsmartlabs.com/summer-program/brochure
Enrollment Link to webpage,https://www.aiotsmartlabs.com/summer-program/dates-enrollment
Where can I enroll for the program?,https://www.aiotsmartlabs.com/summer-program/dates-enrollment
Program Dates Information Link to webpage,https://www.aiotsmartlabs.com/summer-program/dates-enrollment
Program Information Link to webpage,https://www.aiotsmartlabs.com/summer-program/program-overview
FAQ Link to webpage,https://www.aiotsmartlabs.com/faq
Certificate Verification link to webpage,https://www.aiotsmartlabs.com/more/certificatehours-verification
What is Certificate Verification or Hours Verification?,The details of those who complete the courses and who contributed as volunteers are maintained in a central repository. Anyone can self-verify credentials via this page by entering the code of the person to be verified to check the certificate or volunteer hours.
What is the process for Certificate or Hours Verification?,Verification is done by entering the code of the person to be verified.
How do you generate the code for verification?,"Take the first 3 letters of the first name, first 3 letters of the last name, and first 3 letters of the school's name (all in lowercase). Enter these in the search bar."
Can you provide an example of generating a code?,"First Name: John, Last Name: Conner, School Name: Arizona Dessert High School. The code is: johconari."
What if the person has only one name?,Enter the first 3 characters of the first name along with the first three letters of the school's name.

Can I check to see how it works?,"Yes, you can use the sample code ""johconari"" to check how it shows up."

What should I ensure when entering the code?,Please make sure all letters are in lowercase.

What should I do if I encounter problems accessing the search bar?,"If you see ""Sorry, unable to open the file"" or another error, it could be because you are logged into several Gmail accounts on the same browser. Copy the URL and paste it in incognito mode to do the verification process: https://www.smartiotclubs.com/more/certificatehours-verification"

Contact Us Link to webpage,https://www.smartiotclubs.com/more/contact-us

Can I do this summer program outside of summer hours/holidays?,"Yes, you can. During non-summer hours, you can register for the recorded sessions and get the certificate."

Arrival Alert Buddy Link to webpage,https://www.smartiotclubs.com/innovations/arrival-alert-buddy

What is the purpose of the AIoT Smart Labs Innovations page?,"The page presents various projects aimed at solving everyday challenges through technological innovation, focusing on positive social and environmental outcomes."

Why is innovation important according to the AIoT Smart Labs page?,"Innovation plays a vital role in human progress, helping to creatively solve problems and leading to advancements from ancient inventions like the wheel to modern space technologies."

What can be found on the subpages of the Innovations tab?,"You can delve into the specifics, obstacles faced, and solutions behind each project."

What is the Arrival Alert Buddy?,The Arrival Alert Buddy is an innovative design aimed at making the school pick-up experience hassle-free by using IoT technology to notify students when their parents have arrived.

What problem does the Arrival Alert Buddy address?,"It addresses the challenge of waiting in the sun or snow, long lines at school pick-up, and the stress of not knowing when your ride will arrive."

How does the Arrival Alert Buddy work?,"It uses IoT technology with a battery, jumper cables, a microcontroller (esp32), and an LED. Through the Blynk platform, it connects the parent's phone to the LED, which lights up when the parent clicks a button, indicating their arrival."

What are the benefits of the Arrival Alert Buddy?,"The benefits include affordability (costing less than $20), simplicity (easy for students and parents to use), and efficiency (eliminating waiting in the sun or playing the waiting game)."

How can one create their own Arrival Alert Buddy?,"By following a comprehensive guide provided on the subpage, which includes steps for assembling the hardware and configuring the software."

What hardware is needed to create the Arrival Alert Buddy?,"The hardware required includes a microcontroller with WiFi capability (ESP-32 Mini, ESP-32, ESP-8266), a rechargeable power bank, a micro USB to USB cable (able to transfer data), an LED, a resistor, jumper cables, and a case."

What software is needed to create the Arrival Alert Buddy?,"The software required includes the Arduino IDE, code from the GitHub repository (rishisim/Arrival-Alert-Buddy-Code), and the Blynk website and mobile app."

Where can one find the code for the Arrival Alert Buddy?,The code can be found on GitHub at the repository rishisim/Arrival-Alert-Buddy-Code.

How can one get assistance in creating the Arrival Alert Buddy?,You can connect with the creator on Discord using the handle @rishisim for assistance.

What should you do if you want to explore the specifics of each project?,"Click on the subpages of the Innovations tab to explore the specifics, obstacles faced, and solutions behind each project."

How did the journey of AIoT Smart Labs begin?,"The journey began with a summer project of a tweeting plant, a plant that sends a tweet to its owner when it needs water, which sparked a passion for hardware and software integration."

What was proposed to the school after the summer project?,"A course structure was proposed to the school in the form of a club to provide students with a basic understanding of electrical, electronics, and computer science integration to create innovative products or solutions."

What is the goal of the course designed by AIoT Smart Labs?,"The goal is to help students kickstart their learning in high school, so they can explore their interests further in electrical, electronics, and computer science integration."

What are the future plans for the AIoT Smart Labs program?,"The plans include expanding the program to other schools, offering summer internships to students interested in technology as a career, and making technology education accessible to all communities, particularly underserved communities."

What is the ultimate vision for AIoT Smart Labs?,"The ultimate vision is to transform the page from being about a single person to being about ""us,"" a team of inspired high school technology leaders dedicated to empowering the next generation of tech leaders in schools."

What commitment does AIoT Smart Labs have towards underserved communities?,AIoT Smart Labs is committed to offering summer internships to underserved communities in the future to make technology education accessible to all.

What is the significance of the tweeting plant project?,"The tweeting plant project was significant as it was the starting point that led to the discovery of a passion for integrating hardware and software, and it served as the inspiration for proposing a structured course to teach these skills to peers."

What does the course aim to integrate?,"The course aims to integrate electrical, electronics, and computer science knowledge to create innovative products or solutions."

How does AIoT Smart Labs plan to support students in technology?,"AIoT Smart Labs plans to support students by expanding the program to other schools, offering summer internships, and making technology education accessible to all communities, including offering opportunities to underserved communities."

What future hope is expressed for the AIoT Smart Labs page?,"The hope is that the page will evolve to represent a collective group of high school technology leaders who are working together to empower future tech leaders, rather than focusing on a single individual's journey."