Course Outline
Introduction
Overview of Embedded Systems
- Real-word Usage: Watches, DVD players, mobile phones, etc.
- Differences between real-time operating systems, EmbeddedLinux, etc.
- Resource constraints: size, speed, and power consumption
Overview of Microcontroller Architecture
- Microcontrollers vs microprocessors
- Selecting a Microcontroller Architecture
Starting a Project
- Decididing design requirements
- Preparing the Development Environment, Tools, and Hardware
- Interfacing between microcontroller and PC.
Programming a 8051 Microcontroller Using Embedded C
- Working with System Peripherals
- Interfacing with User Peripherals
- General Purpose I/O
Programming an ARM CORTEX M-3 Using Embedded C
- Working with System Peripherals
- Interfacing with User Peripherals
- General Purpose I/O
Programming an ARM9 CPU Core Using Embedded C
- Working with System Peripherals
- Interfacing with User Peripherals
- General Purpose I/O
Testing and Debugging
- Tools and techniques
- Optimizing for size, speed, and power consumption
Deploying an embedded system
- Environmental considerations
- Securing a device
Troubleshooting
Summary and Conclusion
Requirements
- An understanding of electronics.
- C programming experience.
- Hardware (microcontroller, cables, etc.) and software (IDE, etc.) will be needed by all participants. Please consult with training coordinator for specific requirements.
Audience
- Electronics engineers
- Developers with knowledge of electronics
Testimonials (4)
Just getting off the ground and doing some basic things was super useful
Remy Pieron - Facebook
Course - Arduino Programming for Beginners
The trainer was very interactive and steadily paced.
Carolyn Yaacoby - Yeshiva University
Course - Raspberry Pi for Beginners
The knowledge of the trainer. He was able to answer all of my questions, even questions about our platform. He also continued to help until we all understood the material.
James O'Donnell - Tennant Company
Course - Embedded Linux Kernel and Driver Development
Trainer was really kind and knowledgeable, going the extra mile to explain things that I didn't know