C S 5680 - Embedded Systems (3)

When Offered: Spring
An in-depth study of the characteristics, design, and implementation of embedded systems with an emphasis on those aspects affecting the development of high quality software. Topics include: embedded system characteristics; basic electronics principles; microcontroller architecture; device drivers and interfacing (digital I/O, interrupts, timers, A/D converters, serial communication, basic sensors); and software architecture and development. Classes consist of both lecture and project development activities.
Prerequisite: C S 3481 (Computer Systems I) or equivalent
Lecture two hours, laboratory three hours. [Dual-listed with C S 4680.]