Industrial IoT (IIoT) Gateways Architecture and Protocols

Learn IIoT gateway architecture, industrial protocols, edge processing, and cloud integration with real-world examples
What you'll learn
Understand the role of IIoT gateways within Industrial IoT and Industry 4.0 architectures
Explain IIoT gateway architecture from field devices to edge and cloud layers
Understand how data is collected, normalized, and processed at the edge before cloud transmission
Identify and compare common industrial communication protocols such as Modbus, OPC UA, MQTT, and Ethernet-based protocols
Analyze real-world IIoT gateway data flows using practical Python and JavaScript simulations
Requirements
Basic understanding of IT or engineering concepts is helpful but not required
No prior experience with Industrial IoT or gateways is required
Basic familiarity with networking concepts is a plus but optional
Description
Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) gateways play a critical role in modern Industry 4.0 systems by bridging the gap between operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT). This course provides a clear, structured, and practical introduction to IIoT gateways, focusing on how data flows from industrial field devices to edge systems and cloud platforms.You will start by understanding what IIoT gateways are and why they are essential in smart manufacturing, energy systems, and industrial automation. The course explains gateway architecture layer by layer, including field devices, protocol adapters, edge processing, security components, and cloud connectivity.Rather than staying theoretical, the course uses realistic examples and simulations to demonstrate how gateways work in practice. You will explore common industrial protocols such as Modbus, OPC UA, MQTT, and Ethernet-based communication, and learn how gateways normalize and process data coming from PLCs, sensors, drives, and other industrial equipment.The course also introduces edge computing concepts, showing how data can be filtered, aggregated, and analyzed locally before being sent to the cloud. Through simple but meaningful Python and JavaScript gateway simulations, you will see how telemetry data is collected, processed, and prepared for cloud platforms.This course is vendor-neutral and focuses on core concepts that apply across different hardware platforms and software stacks. It is designed to build a strong conceptual foundation for anyone who wants to work with IIoT systems, edge architectures, or industrial data pipelines.By the end of the course, you will clearly understand how IIoT gateways fit into modern industrial systems and how they enable reliable, scalable, and secure industrial connectivity.
Who this course is for
Engineers and technicians who want to understand Industrial IoT and IIoT gateway concepts
Software developers interested in industrial systems, edge computing, or IoT architectures
Automation, manufacturing, and energy professionals transitioning into Industry 4.0 projects
Students and graduates seeking a solid conceptual foundation in IIoT systems
Technical managers or architects who need a clear overview of IIoT gateway architectures
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