Assignments

Objective: This final project is the culmination of everything you have learned in this advanced course. You will act as a professional smart home consultant and create a complete, client-ready design blueprint for a new home construction. The Scenario: You have been engaged by the “Silva” family, who are building a modern, 4-bedroom duplex in […]

Objective: To design a set of intelligent automations for a home equipped with solar panels and a battery, with the goal of maximizing energy independence and minimizing costs. The Scenario: A client has a home with the following setup: A 5kW solar panel array. A 10kWh battery backup system. A smart hub (like Home Assistant)

Objective: To create a complete, professional project plan and quote for a client, demonstrating your project management skills. The Scenario: You have just completed a consultation with the “Okonjo” family. They want to automate their ground floor, which consists of a living room, dining room, and kitchen. The Agreed Scope (Deliverables): Supply and install 6

Objective: To design a complete network architecture and security plan for a complex, multi-level residential building, applying advanced networking concepts. The Scenario: You have been contracted to design the network for a new three-story home in Banana Island, Ikoyi. The client is a high-profile executive who demands top-tier performance and uncompromising security. The home has

Objective: This final project will bring together everything you’ve learned in Tier 2—from safety and networking to device integration and client communication—into a single, professional proposal.   The Scenario: A client, the “Adebayos,” a young professional couple in Lagos, wants to automate their master bedroom. They are tech-savvy but time-poor. Their main goals are convenience,

Objective: To develop your systematic problem-solving skills by analyzing common client complaints and creating a logical troubleshooting plan. Task: For each of the three scenarios below, write a step-by-step troubleshooting plan. Start with the simplest, most likely solutions and progress to more complex ones.   Scenario 1: The Unresponsive Fan Client’s Complaint: “The smart plug

Objective: To test your ability to diagnose interoperability issues and propose effective solutions using hubs and third-party services. The Scenario: A new client calls you for a consultation. They are frustrated with their “smart” home. They have bought several devices over the past year, but nothing works together. Their Device List: Google Nest Hub (a

Objective: To demonstrate your ability to think like a system designer and configure complex automations that enhance a client’s lifestyle. The Scenario: A client has a fully equipped smart living room with the following devices: 3 x Smart Color Bulbs (in different lamps) 1 x Smart Switch (controlling the main ceiling light) 1 x Smart

Objective: To apply your knowledge of networking fundamentals and protocols to design a reliable and secure network for a complete smart home. The Scenario: A client is building a new 3-bedroom bungalow in Abuja and wants to make it smart. They are focused on security, convenience, and energy savings. The Device List: 4 x Outdoor

Objective: To demonstrate your ability to identify, assess, and mitigate risks in a real-world installation scenario, reinforcing the principles of OHS.   Task: You have been hired to automate a client’s living room. Your first job is to replace a standard light switch with a smart switch and install a smart plug for their entertainment