Embedded Systems ProgrammingLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

The course provides knowledge on developing embedded systems on a microcontroller. On completion of the course the student
• knows the principles of debugging and running embedded software in simulated and in production environments
• is able to develop embedded system software using C language with hardware interface based on given specifications
• is able to evaluate the need for software engineering tools for embedded systems.

Content

• Embedded systems and microcontrollers
• Interfacing hardware
• C-language
• Embedded systems in simulated environment
• Embedded debugging tools and debugging techniques

Qualifications

Basics of C-programming Language

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student
• has achieved the objectives of the course
• is able to identify, define and use concepts and models in the subject area of the course
• understands the conditions and principles of the development of expertise.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student
• has achieved the objectives of the course well, although there are still areas where knowledge and skills need to be improved
• has a good understanding of the concepts and models of the subject matter of the course and is able to carry out a reasoned analysis
• is able to apply what they have learned in learning and working life situations
• understands the importance of expertise in the ICT field and is able to analyse their own expertise.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student
• has achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks
• has an excellent command of the concepts and models of the subject matter of the course
• is able to analyse clearly and reasonably and propose practical development measures
• has a good ability to apply what they have learned in their freetime, learning and working life situations
• is able to analyse expertise in the ICT field and their own development towards expertise.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

The student
• has achieved the objectives of the course
• is able to identify, define and use concepts and models in the subject area of the course
• understands the conditions and principles of the development of expertise.