ECE 422: Embedded Microcontrollers II

Design firmware for microcontrollers using both assembly and C programming languages.

Design, document, and demonstrate systems that combine dedicated hardware and software to complete a specific task.

Create microcontroller programs that conserve energy by effectively using low-power modes.

Write microcontroller programs that relies solely on a timer peripheral to generate output signals with a specific duty cycle, frequency, or PWM signal.

Design and implement a basic kernel for a real-time operating system.

Demonstrate an ability to adapt to new technologies/platforms in a rapidly changing field by

These are the same materials as ECE 322 (Fall 2021). Contact the instructor if you do not have these items.

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Valpo Engr Slack Invite link, then join the #microcontrollers channel.

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Homework assignments are due by the date and time specified. Late submissions will not be accepted for points. Frequently, the work due will form the basis of the following in-class activities and discussion — arriving unprepared will affect both your ability to participate meaningfully and hinder fellow students you are paired with. Collaborating on homework tasks is good, but the work you turn in must be yours. If you have questions about what would be acceptable, please ask.

A final project showcasing your new knowledge and skills will serve as the final assessment for the course. Presentations and the report is due at the officially-scheduled final exam time.

Put your not-smart-enough-to-leave-you-alone devices into Do Not Disturb mode during class time — you should not respond to messages or notifications not related to the course.

As the semester progresses, each student will assemble a portfolio of work. That work provides tangible evidence of reaching objectives that support the course’s goals found in [_goals]. Defined objectives are listed in this document with "OBJ-name" tags.

An Objective includes one or more Tasks>

Each Objective is met by documenting the following:

Objectives are:

The following percentages on the weighted score for the semester will guarantee the letter grades shown.

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