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Beginner online IoT courses
External learning resources, checked 9 October 2026. Compare syllabus, prerequisites, practical projects, hardware costs and certificate terms. Fees and availability can change; verify the provider’s current page before enrolling.
The University of Michigan’s Coursera course introduces industrial IoT, manufacturing applications and business considerations. Compare its scope with your learning goal and check current enrolment and assessment terms on the provider’s page.
Coursera's Introduction and Programming with IoT Boards
This course introduces IoT and teaches students how to program IoT boards. It is geared towards upper-level undergraduates, graduate students and engineers looking to get into IoT. Students learn to program various IoT development kits, including Arduino, Raspberry Pi and Samsung Artik.
CurtinX’s introductory edX course covers IoT foundations and related benefits, security and privacy questions. Check the current course run, access options, assessments and certificate terms directly with edX. No fixed fee or guaranteed outcome is quoted here.
Simplilearn's Introduction to IoT Training Course
Simplilearn SkillUp’s Introduction to IoT covers origins, building blocks, communication, design and development considerations. Its current page lists self-paced lessons and a completion certificate. Check access and certificate terms with Simplilearn; this is not a CurtinX course.
Intermediate online IoT courses
Advanced IoT courses for IT professionals cover complex topics like advanced device connectivity, edge computing, and data analytics, enhancing skills for intricate IoT projects
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Coursera's Architecting Smart IoT Devices
EIT Digital’s Coursera course addresses the architecture of smart IoT devices. Compare the hardware, networking and software coverage with your intended project, and verify current access, assessment and certificate terms directly with Coursera.
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This AWS course on edX introduces cloud-based IoT development and deployment. Review current prerequisites, the services used in exercises, possible cloud charges, access options and certificate terms. The earlier fixed fee has been removed because offers can change.
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This Coursera course addresses M2M and IoT interfaces and protocols for embedded systems. Review its syllabus, required background, practical work and assessment terms before enrolling. IoTPapa does not collect course payments or issue certificates.
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Udemy's Raspberry Pi and Arduino
​Unlock the potential of Raspberry Pi and Arduino! This hands-on course guides experienced students through creating seamless communication between the two devices. Dive into custom projects, from building a Raspberry Pi-based camera to crafting an intercom system. Get ready to elevate your skills in Python, C++, and hardware integration. Board access required. Course price varies
Specialist learning resources
​Discover diverse online courses, certifications, and degree programs tailored to all skill levels, offering comprehensive insights into designing and constructing cutting-edge IoT systems and exploring related technologies.
Cognixia's Internet of Things Security Expert Training
​Cognixia lists IoT security training. Confirm the current syllabus, delivery dates, prerequisites, practical labs, assessment and total fee directly with the provider. IoTPapa has not taken or independently rated this programme.
UC San Diego’s Coursera capstone focuses on building a mobile surveillance system. Check the required prior courses, hardware and software, current access and assessment terms. Confirm certificate conditions with Coursera; no free-certificate promise is made here.
​ RWTH International Academy's Certificate Course 5G Communication and the Internet of Things
The earlier 5G and IoT course is retained as a learning reference; current enrolment was not established. Browse RWTH International Academy’s current programmes and confirm syllabus, prerequisites, delivery dates and credential terms directly with the provider.
Other IoT online degrees and specializations
IoT is booming and is expected to stay that way for years, making it a solid career option. In addition to the 11 courses listed above, here are some other training programs to consider:
Stanford School of Engineering's Introduction to Internet of Things
DeVry University's Bachelor's Degree Specialization in Mobile and Networked Devices
The CurtinX IoT MicroMasters is a reference to a programme offered through edX. Confirm the current programme listing, available course runs, assessment and credential terms directly with the provider before planning enrolment. Availability was not established in this check.
FIU’s current engineering programme page describes a Bachelor of Science in Applied Artificial Intelligence & Internet of Things. Review the curriculum, admissions, study format and tuition with FIU. View FIU’s current programme.
This is a reference to Stanford’s introductory IoT learning material. Current availability, access duration and fees were not established in this check. Confirm the active offering and terms with Stanford Online before enrolling; no free-access or certificate promise is made here.
Coursera’s Internet of Things and AI Cloud specialisation covers connected-system development. Check the current constituent courses, prerequisites, hardware/software, capstone requirements and credential terms on the provider’s page. IoTPapa has not independently rated the programme.
What you will learn
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Mobile and Networked Devices Degree Specialization offered by DeVry University
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Builds upon concepts from Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology and Networking program
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Focuses on how devices connect, collect data, and communicate in the IoT ecosystem
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Covers information technology, mobility, networked devices, embedded systems, and information security
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Available as a hybrid or online program
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Provides a unique perspective into the field of smart devices and IoT
The former Intel Edge AI for IoT Developers URL now redirects to Udacity’s broader AI catalogue. It is not presented here as an available IoT course. Compare current courses for deployment projects, hardware requirements, software versions, assessment and total cost. View Udacity’s current AI catalogue.