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Embedded System Design – Microcontroller Programming, Real-Time Applications & IoT Integration
Introduction
This course provides a complete understanding of embedded systems, from architecture and programming to real-time interfacing and communication protocols. With a strong emphasis on microcontrollers, hardware-software integration, and project-based learning, students will gain hands-on experience to build reliable embedded solutions for automation, consumer electronics, automotive, medical, and IoT industries.
Modules and Content
Module 1: Introduction to Embedded Systems
- Embedded vs general-purpose systems
- System architecture: hardware & software blocks
- Application areas and current trends
Module 2: Microcontroller Architecture and Programming
- Microcontroller vs microprocessor
- Architecture of 8051, AVR, or ARM (depending on hardware)
- Embedded C programming basics
Module 3: GPIO and Peripheral Interfacing
- LED, switch, buzzer, and relay interfacing
- Timers and counters
- Interrupt handling
Module 4: Analog Interfacing & ADC
- Sensors (temperature, light, IR)
- ADC configuration and signal acquisition
- Calibration and data processing
Module 5: Display and User Interface Devices
- LCD (16×2/20×4), OLED interfacing
- Keypad input handling
- Basic menu systems and control panels
Module 6: Communication Protocols
- UART, SPI, and I2C fundamentals
- Serial communication with PC and modules
- Interfacing EEPROM, RTC, and GPS
Module 7: Embedded System Software Development
- IDEs and toolchains (Keil, Atmel Studio, STM32CubeIDE)
- Code structuring and modular programming
- Debugging and simulation tools
Module 8: Real-Time Operating System (RTOS) Basics
- Concept of tasks, scheduling, and multitasking
- Introduction to FreeRTOS
- Task creation, synchronization, and semaphores
Module 9: IoT and Wireless Integration
- Introduction to Wi-Fi and Bluetooth modules (ESP8266, HC-05)
- IoT applications and MQTT protocol basics
- Cloud integration for data monitoring
Module 10: Final Project Development
- Project planning and circuit design
- Coding, integration, and testing
- Report documentation and presentation
Scope & Advantages
Embedded systems are at the heart of automation, IoT, robotics, automotive, medical electronics, defense systems, and more. With the boom in smart devices and connected technologies, embedded engineers are in high demand. This course enables students to build a strong career in embedded development, firmware engineering, and electronics product design.
Reference
- “Piping Handbook” by Mohinder L. Nayyar ,
- “Process Piping: The Complete Guide to ASME B31.3” by Charles Becht IV,
- “Pipe Stress Engineering” by Liang-Chuan Peng and Tsen-Loong Peng
- “Piping Design Handbook” by John J. McKetta Jr.
- “The Planning Guide to Piping Design” by Richard Beale and David R. Sherwood