2020/21 Undergraduate Module Catalogue
ELEC3662 Embedded Systems
20 creditsClass Size: 170
Module manager: Dr Lotfi Mhamdi
Email: l.mhamdi@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) View Timetable
Year running 2020/21
This module is not approved as a discovery module
Module summary
The teaching and assessment methods shown below will be kept under review during 2020-21. In particular, if conditions allow for alternative formats of delivery, we may amend the timetable and schedule appropriate classes in addition to (or in place of) the Online Learning Workshops. For Semester 2 (from January 2021), we anticipate that this will be most likely, in which case online teaching will be substituted for traditional face-to-face teaching methods, including lectures and practical classes. ‘Independent online learning’ will involve watching pre-recorded lecture material or screen-casts, engaging in learning activities such as online worked examples or remote/virtual laboratory work, etc. Students will be expected to fully engage with all of these activities. The time commitment for independent online learning, and also the frequency and duration of Online Learning Workshops, are approximate and intended as a guide only. Further details will be confirmed when the module commences.Objectives
The aim of this module is to introduce students to contemporary hardware and software development tools for embedded devices. The major objective is for students to develop proficiency with the C language and use it to programme a microcontroller to interface with sensors/actuators and a display, as required. Students must practice good log-book keeping and develop their project planning and presentation skills.Learning outcomes
On completion of this module students should be able to:
1. Demonstrate knowledge of microprocessor principles and architectures (von Neumann, Harvard).
2. Apply the basic principles of embedded system design and development, including using a contemporary computer environment and development board to implement a microcontroller-based embedded system design.
3. Take an electronics application and derive a specification compatible with embedded system design technologies.
4. Generate a solution compatible with a target micro-controller.
5. Implement a micro-controller solution in the appropriate hardware.
6. Demonstrate competence in the use of technical literature and other information sources such as software manuals, data sheets, application notes and programmers guides.
Skills outcomes
Mobile applications development and interfacing with embedded systems and electronics.
Syllabus
Topics may include, but are not limited to:
Programming methods and the design of software using 'C' programming language
The use of a microcontroller development board for practical embedded system problems
Interfacing with sensors, actuators and visual displays- Microprocessor architectures (von Neumann, Harvard)- Instruction execution cycle- Practical application of the above in a design project
Microprocessor architectures (von Neumann, Harvard)- Instruction execution cycle- Practical application of the above in a design project
Instruction execution cycle- Practical application of the above in a design project
Practical application of the above in a design project
Teaching methods
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
| On-line Learning | 8 | 1.00 | 8.00 |
| Independent online learning hours | 64.00 | ||
| Private study hours | 128.00 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 8.00 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 200.00 | ||
Private study
Students are expected to use private study time to consolidate the material covered in lectures, to undertake preparatory work for laboratory classes and to prepare for the mini-project assignment.Opportunities for Formative Feedback
Student progress will be monitored during the laboratory sessions through log book records and progress made.Methods of assessment
Coursework
| Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
| Online Assessment | Online Assignment/Test 1 | 15.00 |
| Online Assessment | Online Assignment/Test 2 | 25.00 |
| Online Assessment | Online Assignment/Test 3 | 25.00 |
| Online Assessment | Online Assignment/Test 4 | 35.00 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 100.00 | |
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