SOFE 4590U – Embedded Systems

Embedded systems range from microprocessor-based controllers to system-on-a-chip, and applications of embedded systems including consumer electronics, automotive systems, medical devices, and robotics to name a few. This course covers the characteristics, design and implementation of embedded systems, and issues in hardware/software interfacing. Topics include: specification languages for capturing system behavior, tools for validation and verification, microcontrollers and their programming models.
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Laboratory hours: 3 (biweekly)
Prerequisite(s): ELEE 3450U and SOFE 3950U