Embedded System Design

This subject provides a practical introduction to the basics of modelling, analysis, and design of microprocessor-based embedded systems. Students will learn how to integrate computation with physical processes to meet a desired specification within the context of a design project. The project work will expose students to the various stages in an engineering project (design, implementation, testing and documentation) and a range of embedded system concepts.

• 11. Apply fundamental concepts to model and design the joint dynamics of software, networks, and physical processes that underpin embedded systems with an appreciation for the importance of using abstractions and how they can limit overall system performance, robustness and security
• 22. Design, build and test the hardware components (microprocessor, sensors, actuators, peripheral interfacing) of an embedded system
• 33. Develop and test the low-level software components of an embedded system using software tools to simulate and verify its behaviour
• 44. Conduct a small embedded system design project