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Build your own Water Tank Automation using Raspberry Pi 2024

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So at the end of the day, you have nothing to lose. Enroll in the course with confidence and complete peace of mind and take your technical skills to the next level.Hello Everyone, I would like to introduce you to a brand new online course “Complete water Tank Automation using Raspberry Pi”. I have always been a firm believer in learning by doing and in this course, you will learn what you need to know by hands-on experience. You don’t need any special knowledge except basic computer skills to get started with the course. Every one of you comes from a different background and hence the course is crafted from basic to advanced level with minute details in every lecture.

The course is divided into 8 sections.

In the first section, we will get to know about the project concept and how we are going to solve a real-time problem by developing this project. Thereafter we will understand the stepwise approach to be followed so that the learning curve remains easier and the project development gets completed without any major technical issues.

In the second section, we will understand the complete hardware modules which are required to build the project and the individual uses of each hardware component. Thereafter we will learn about Raspberry Pi and its complete specifications in detail.

In the third section, we will begin setting up the Raspberry Pi. We will learn to download the latest operating system and burn it to the micro SD card. And, then we will proceed with the installation of the IP scanner tool using which we will fetch the dynamic IP address of the Raspberry Pi and then establish the connection via the putty terminal.

In the fourth section, we will learn how to assign a static IP address to the Raspberry Pi. As you are already aware that the dynamic IP address is temporarily assigned by your Internet Service Provider. If a dynamic address is not in use, it can be automatically assigned to a different device. So every time you scan your WIFI network you may get a different IP address for your Raspberry Pi. The static IP address will help in fixing this issue. Once we complete this, we will go ahead with updating our software library before proceeding with the project development.

The fifth section begins with the testing of the hardware modules. Testing each module separately will give you clarity about each hardware component’s functionality and the working principle. Here we will first start with the motor pump and then the relay. We will understand the functioning of the relay and then go through the circuit diagram. And, then with the help of the basic project, we can test whether the relay is functioning or not.

In the sixth section, we will get to know the working principle of the distance measurement module. With the help of the circuit diagram, we will establish the connection between the Pi and the distance sensor. And, then we will write a program using which we can measure the distance between the object and the sensor module. We will also cross-check whether the value returned by the sensor is correct or not.

In the seventh section, we will get to know about the Liquid Crystal Display. Thereafter we will understand a circuit diagram using which we can connect the LCD module with the Raspberry Pi. Once done, we will learn about the I2C protocol and how the I2C devices are detected via the python libraries and commands. We will then proceed with the code, using which we will display a couple of sentences on the LCD screen just to make sure that the device is functioning properly.

Finally, in the eighth section, we will build the final project, the automation of the water tank. We will follow a standard circuit diagram which will help us to connect all the modules. And, then we will understand the code using which the project will be executed. You will also see a real-time demonstration of the project.

Please note that the project covered in the course should work on any version of Raspberry Pi.

All the lectures contain English subtitles for clear and better understanding. If you face any technical issues, please post your query in the question and answer section and our technical support executive will get back to you within 1 business day.

At the end of the course, you will have a solid foundation on Raspberry Pi, Distance sensor module, LCD module, etc. So apart from building this project, you will also find it easy to build any other project of your choice.

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Learning objectives

  • We will get to know about the project concept and the problem which we are going to solve by developing this project.
  • Thereafter, we will cover the stepwise approach to be followed, so that the learning curve remains easier for the project development.
  • Going forward, we will understand the complete hardware requirements for the project development and its individual usage.
  • Then we will proceed to learn about raspberry pi and its detailed specification.
  • We will then came to know, how to download and burn the latest version of the operating system to the sd card and configure the pi for its usage via ssh.
  • We will then learn how to assign a static ip address to the raspberry pi by making certain changes in the operating system files.
  • Thereafter, we will proceed with the update and upgrade of the software library packages.
  • We will then step into the world of physical computing and learn how to test the motor pump which we have purchased for the project development.
  • We will then learn about the working principle of the relay and test the functioning of the relay using our customized program.
  • We will then get to know about the distance measurement sensor and how to assemble the same with the raspberry pi.
  • Thereafter, we will understand the program using which we can measure the accurate distance between the object and the sensor.
  • Finally, we will test the last module of the project which is our lcd. we will first learn about the i2c detection and then programmed the lcd to print.
  • After testing all the modules, we will start the main project. we will follow a standard circuit diagram and complete the assembly of the tank automation.
  • Finally, we will understand the set of two different programs which act as the driving force for the execution of the project.
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Syllabus

The section covers the concept to build the project and the stepwise approach which we will follow for the the successful development.

In this lecture, we will understand the project concept and how wastage of water can be controlled by incorporating a python-based project developed using Raspberry Pi.

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The lecture contains the stepwise process for the project development. You will come to know, how we will proceed with the testing of the different hardware modules and then finally build the main project.     

In the section, we will understand about each hardware modules which we are required for the project development and learn in detail about the Raspberry Pi

The lecture contains the explanation of all the hardware modules which is required for the project development.

This document we have additionally added so that, "you have the complete hardware list in one place and you can copy and paste the product in the online shopping sites and can easily place the order."

The lecture covers an introduction to Raspberry Pi and how the tiny Raspberry Pi Zero Wireless will be beneficial for project development. You will also get to know the complete specifications of the Raspberry Pi Zero Wireless.

In this section, we will understand how to set up Raspberry Pi and scan the IP address to connect it via putty. Thereafter, we will make the IP address static, so that scanner tool is not required.

In this lecture, we will learn how to download the latest version of the Raspberry Pi image file and burn the same to the micro SD card. We will also configure the OS file to connect via the WIFI network and establish the connection using SSH.

In this lecture, we will understand and learn about the windows based network scanning tool which will help us to find out the IP address of all the devices connected to the WIFI network.

In this lecture, we will see how to use the network scanner tool to find out the IP address of the Raspberry Pi.

In this lecture, we will understand about SSH and then establish the connection with the Raspberry Pi using the Putty application.

In this section, we will understand how to make the IP address of the Raspberry Pi static and then proceed with the software upgradation.

This lecture will teach us, how to make the IP Address of the Raspberry Pi static, so that we don't need to use any third-party tool to find the IP Address.

In this lecture, we will understand how to update and upgrade the Raspberry Pi.

In this section, we will learn how to test the motor pump and then proceed with the testing of one channel relay.

Here, we will learn how to test the 12v motor pump before incorporating into the project.

This lecture will teach us the working principle of the relay and thereafter we will come to know, how to connect the same with the Raspberry Pi.

This circuit diagram is additionally provided so that you can build the circuit without the need of pausing the previous video. You can also zoom and easily follow the circuit to design your own.

Here, we will go ahead and understand the source code of the relay testing step by step.

After understanding the complete source code, we will see, how the code works and whether our newly purchased relay works as per our expectation or not.

The source code of the relay testing is additionally provided so that you don't have to type the entire code. You can simply download and use the code as per your requirement.

In this section, we will first understand the working principle of the distance measurement sensor and then proceed with the testing of the module.

Here, we will come to know, how the distance sensor works and then understand the circuit diagram to establish the connection between the Pi and the distance sensor to measure the accurate distance.

In the lecture, we will understand in detail the complete source code. This code will help us to test the distance between the object and the sensor. By doing this, we can decide whether our purchased module actually works or not.

In this lecture, we will execute our distance measurement code and will check whether it measures the accurate distance or not between the object and the sensor.

The source code of the distance measurement sensor is additionally provided so that you don't have to type the entire code. You can simply download and use the code as per your requirement.

In this section, we will first first understand the working principle of the liquid crystal display and then proceed with the interfacing of the LCD with the Raspberry Pi.

In this lecture, we will understand how the LCD module works and what is its application in the industry.

This lecture will teach us in detail about the I2C protocol which was developed by Philips semiconductors in late 1982. We will also go through the process of configuring the I2C using the terminal.   

Here, we will understand the circuit diagram which will help us to connect the LCD module with the Raspberry Pi. You will also notice that, an additional power supply is added because the Raspberry Pi is not able to meet the power requirements.         

In this lecture, we will understand how to configure the I2C protocol on the Raspberry Pi and activate the same.

In this lecture, we will understand the code to test the LCD module with the Raspberry Pi. Please note that, the main code and the calling function code are explained separately.

In this lecture, we will see the real-time testing of the LCD module.  The text will be displayed on both the rows on the LCD.

The lecture contains two different source codes. One is for the LCD hardware and the second is for the LCD calling function. You can simply download and use the code as per your requirement.

This is the final section of the course. Here, we will learn about the tank automation project. We will first understand the circuit diagram and thereafter we will proceed withe the code execution.

This is the final circuit diagram of the course. Here, we will learn, how we can design a circuit to automate our tank so that we don't need to start or stop the motor pump. Everything will be automated and managed by the system.

This is the final source code of tank automation. Here we will understand the code snippet line by line. After completing the entire code, we will proceed with the execution of the project.

In this lecture, we will see the final demonstration of the project. We will test the project multiple times to know, whether it works as per our expectations. The real-time demonstration will also give you clarity on designing the circuit on the cardboard.

The lecture contains the source code of the distance measurement sensor.  This is additionally provided so that you don't have to type the entire code. You can simply download and use the code as per your requirement.

In this video lecture, we will understand the summary of the entire course. We will get to know, what we have learned so far in the course.

This section includes coding exercises and assignments designed for hands-on practice

This is a basic QUIZ where all the questions are related to Raspberry Pi.

Write a program to calculate LCM of three numbers.
Write a program to divide list elements by a number, returning division results as a list.
Write a program to generate and print a complete deck of playing cards.
Write a program to calculate the distance between two coordinates.
Write a program to invert the key-value pairs of a dictionary.
Write a program to create a class which performs basic calculator operations.

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Know what's good
, what to watch for
, and possible dealbreakers
Provides a hands-on approach to learning about Raspberry Pi and its applications in real-time problem-solving, which is ideal for practical learners
Starts with fundamental concepts and gradually progresses to advanced levels, ensuring that learners with varying backgrounds can follow along easily
Breaks down the project into manageable sections, which helps learners understand each hardware component and its functionality before integrating them
Explores the use of Raspberry Pi, distance sensors, LCD modules, and relays, which are commonly used in automation and IoT projects
Requires learners to download and burn the operating system to an SD card and configure the Pi, which may require additional hardware and technical skills
Focuses on a specific project, water tank automation, which may not appeal to learners interested in broader applications of Raspberry Pi

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Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Build your own Water Tank Automation using Raspberry Pi 2024 with these activities:
Review Basic Electronics Concepts
Reinforce your understanding of fundamental electronics concepts like voltage, current, resistance, and Ohm's Law to better grasp the hardware components used in the course.
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  • Review online resources and tutorials on basic electronics.
  • Practice simple circuit calculations.
  • Identify common electronic components and their functions.
Brush Up on Python Fundamentals
Strengthen your Python programming skills, including syntax, data structures, and control flow, to effectively write and understand the code used in the Raspberry Pi projects.
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  • Complete online Python tutorials or courses.
  • Practice writing basic Python scripts.
  • Review common Python libraries and modules.
Read 'Raspberry Pi Cookbook'
Supplement your learning with practical examples and solutions for common Raspberry Pi tasks.
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  • Browse the table of contents to identify relevant chapters.
  • Read through the recipes related to hardware interfacing and Python programming.
  • Experiment with the code examples provided in the book.
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Practice Interfacing with GPIO Pins
Gain hands-on experience with the Raspberry Pi's GPIO pins by practicing simple interfacing tasks, such as controlling LEDs and reading sensor data.
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  • Set up a basic circuit with an LED and a resistor.
  • Write a Python script to control the LED using the RPi.GPIO library.
  • Connect a simple sensor (e.g., a button) to a GPIO pin and read its state.
Document Your Project Progress
Reinforce your understanding by documenting each step of the water tank automation project, including hardware setup, code implementation, and troubleshooting.
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  • Create a project log or journal.
  • Record your progress, challenges, and solutions.
  • Include diagrams, code snippets, and photos.
Expand the Automation Project
Deepen your knowledge by expanding the water tank automation project with additional features, such as remote monitoring, data logging, or integration with other smart home devices.
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  • Design and implement the new features.
  • Research potential enhancements for the project.
  • Test and debug the expanded project.
Create a Project Presentation
Solidify your understanding and communication skills by creating a presentation that showcases your water tank automation project, including its design, implementation, and results.
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  • Prepare slides outlining the project's objectives, design, and implementation.
  • Include diagrams, code snippets, and photos of the project.
  • Practice presenting the project to an audience.

Career center

Learners who complete Build your own Water Tank Automation using Raspberry Pi 2024 will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
Automation Technician
An Automation Technician installs, maintains, and repairs automated systems. This career involves working with hardware, software, and programmable logic controllers, similar to the Raspberry Pi used in this course. The course guides learners through the process of setting up and programming a Raspberry Pi to manage a water tank, which mirrors real-world automation applications. Someone interested in becoming an automation technician should take this course because it provides a practical, hands-on understanding of the components and programming skills required for automated systems. The course’s emphasis on hardware integration, sensor technology, and implementing control logic perfectly suits the needs of an automation technician.
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Embedded Systems Engineer
An Embedded Systems Engineer designs and develops the hardware and software for embedded systems, which are computer systems embedded within other devices. This role often involves projects focusing on microcontrollers and real-time operating systems – something that is at the heart of this course with the Raspberry Pi. The course teaches how to set up and program a Raspberry Pi, interface sensors, control relays, and display information on an LCD, all of which are fundamental skills for embedded systems development. This course helps build a foundation for a future embedded systems engineer by providing practical experience in developing an automated system with hardware and software.
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Robotics Technician
A Robotics Technician builds, tests, and maintains robots and robotic systems. This career often involves working with various hardware and software components, including sensors, actuators, and control systems, akin to the components learners use in this course. The course provides hands-on experience with integrating sensors, controlling actuators like pumps, and using microcontrollers like the Raspberry Pi to create an automated system. A future robotics technician may find this course essential because it offers practical exposure to the fundamental building blocks of robotic systems, like distance sensors, relay control, and microcontroller programming.
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Industrial Controls Technician
An Industrial Controls Technician installs, maintains, and troubleshoots the control systems used in manufacturing and other industrial settings. The work often involves programmable logic controllers, sensors, and machinery. This course’s focus on using a Raspberry Pi to automate a water tank is an excellent introduction to industrial control principles, where the same logic applies. The course helps build a foundation in the hardware and software aspects of control systems and provides concrete examples of using sensors and actuators, which helps anyone who wishes to pursue a career as an industrial controls technician.
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Mechatronics Engineer
A Mechatronics Engineer works at the intersection of mechanical, electrical, and computer engineering. Mechatronics often involves the development of automated systems and robots. By taking this course, learners gain valuable experience in integrating various hardware and software components to create a functional automation system with the Raspberry Pi. The hands-on approach to building a water tank automation system aligns perfectly with the type of projects a mechatronics engineer may undertake. This course will be especially helpful to those interested in this field because it integrates mechanical components, electronic control, and software algorithms.
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Internet of Things Developer
An Internet of Things Developer designs and builds connected devices and systems, and often works with sensors, microcontrollers, and cloud platforms. This course's hands-on project, involving a Raspberry Pi and various sensors to automate a water tank, is an ideal introduction to working with IoT systems. A future internet of things developer should take this course because it provides a practical understanding of the hardware and software aspects of IoT development, including sensor integration, microcontroller programming, and real-time automation. The course's exercises and assignments provide practice that will certainly be useful.
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Smart Home Technician
A Smart Home Technician installs and configures smart home devices and systems. This role requires knowledge of various technologies, including microcontrollers, sensors, and automation systems, just like those covered in this course. This course, which centers on using a Raspberry Pi to automate a water tank, provides a practical introduction to these technologies and their applications. A smart home technician will find this course essential because it offers hands-on experience with integrating hardware components, programming automation logic, and implementing real-time monitoring.
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Electrical Engineering Technician
An Electrical Engineering Technician assists engineers in designing, developing, and testing electrical equipment and systems. This role may involve working with circuits, sensors, and control systems at the heart of this course’s work with the Raspberry Pi. The course is practical and hands-on, with a strong focus on the integration of hardware components, which is useful for electrical engineering technicians in training. By completing this course, learners will gain valuable skills in areas that overlap with an electrical engineering technician's work, especially in testing and circuit building.
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Instrumentation Technician
An Instrumentation Technician installs, calibrates, and maintains instruments that measure and control physical properties. These can include temperature, pressure, and level like the ones covered in this course with a distance sensor. The course offers hands-on experience with sensors, microcontrollers, and control logic which maps directly to many instrumentation systems. An instrumentation technician may find this course helpful because it provides a tangible project to show competency in testing different sensors, data acquisition, and control system implementation. Additionally, the course may give insights into the use of microcontrollers in instrumentation.
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Computer Engineering Technician
A Computer Engineering Technician supports computer engineers in the design, development, and testing of computer hardware and systems. This position can involve work with microcontrollers, sensors, and embedded systems that are covered in this course. The course helps build a foundation in microcontroller programming, hardware integration, and system configuration. Because the course focuses on hands-on learning in these areas, it may help someone wishing to pursue a career as a computer engineering technician.
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Maker
A Maker is an individual who enjoys creating and tinkering with various technologies and materials, often participating in the maker movement. This course is an excellent fit for a maker as it provides a hands-on approach to building an automated system using a Raspberry Pi. It covers essential skills like hardware integration with sensors, control logic, and microcontroller programming. A maker may find this course useful because it offers a practical project with tangible outcomes, fostering creativity and problem-solving skills. The course, with its focus on hardware and software, may be a useful stepping stone to more ambitious projects.
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Hobbyist Programmer
A Hobbyist Programmer enjoys programming and software development projects outside of a professional setting with no particular need for commercialization. The course, which guides learners through programming a Raspberry Pi to interact with hardware and automate a water tank, directly aligns with the interests of a hobbyist programmer. This course’s approach to combining programming with hardware integration may be useful for someone who wishes to learn new skills for personal projects. While the course does not focus on traditional software development, it may serve as a vehicle to explore real-time programming and working with sensors and actuators.
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Electronics Hobbyist
An Electronics Hobbyist explores and experiments with electronic components and circuits for personal interest. This course, which teaches how to integrate components like sensors, relays, and LCDs with a Raspberry Pi, aligns very strongly with this interest. The focus on hardware integration, circuit building, and testing makes this course helpful for an electronics hobbyist. The course provides clear, hands-on guidance for those who want to create tangible electronic projects. If you wish to explore electronics through hardware and software, you should consider this course.
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Science Educator
A Science Educator focuses on teaching scientific concepts and principles, often using hands-on demonstrations to illustrate complex ideas. This course may be useful for someone who teaches science in a hands-on classroom environment. The content of the course will also be useful in assisting a science educator in building interesting demonstrations, and could be directly utilized for science experiments. This course will be useful to a science educator that has a particular interest in showing engineering demonstrations, particularly when the topic is automation.
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Technology Enthusiast
A Technology Enthusiast has a general interest in learning about new technologies and how they work. The course provides an opportunity to dive into a hands-on project and learn the process of creating an automated system with a Raspberry Pi, giving a look behind the scenes. This course guides learners through setting up and programming hardware. This may be useful to the technology enthusiast because it offers a tangible way to explore these technologies, and is suitable for someone seeking to expand their technical awareness.
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Raspberry Pi Cookbook
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Provides a comprehensive collection of recipes for various Raspberry Pi projects, including hardware interfacing, software development, and system administration. It serves as a valuable reference for troubleshooting and expanding your knowledge beyond the course material. The book is commonly used by hobbyists and professionals alike. It offers practical solutions and code examples that can be directly applied to the water tank automation project and other similar projects.
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Provides a hands-on approach to learning about Raspberry Pi and its applications in real-time problem-solving, which is ideal for practical learners
Starts with fundamental concepts and gradually progresses to advanced levels, ensuring that learners with varying backgrounds can follow along easily
Breaks down the project into manageable sections, which helps learners understand each hardware component and its functionality before integrating them
Explores the use of Raspberry Pi, distance sensors, LCD modules, and relays, which are commonly used in automation and IoT projects
Requires learners to download and burn the operating system to an SD card and configure the Pi, which may require additional hardware and technical skills
Focuses on a specific project, water tank automation, which may not appeal to learners interested in broader applications of Raspberry Pi
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