Microprocessors and Microcontrollers

11B0297

Bachelor

German

5.0

winter and summer term

1 semester

Microcontrollers are universal programmable digital computers of low to medium performance based on highly integrated semiconductor circuits. They are used in many areas of technology. Upon successful completion of the module, students are able to independently develop and implement microcontroller-based systems. Furthermore, the students are familiar with essential characteristics for evaluating microcontroller and apply them in the selection of microcontrollers.

• Structure and functionality of microprocessors and microcontrollers
• Programming of microcontrollers
• Interrupt processing
• Serial interfaces
• Timer
• DMA
• Performance aspects
• Power aspects to support sustainable products
• In-system debugging

The total workload for the module is 150 hours (see also "ECTS credit points and grading").

• Written examination

• Field work / Experimental work

Graded Examination:

• Written Exam: Please refer to the current study regulations.

Ungraded Examination:

• Experimental Work: Approximately 5 experiments, each lasting 90 minutes.

The students possess a broad foundational knowledge regarding the basic functioning of modern microcomputers and their programming. They are capable of applying this knowledge to implement microcomputer-based systems.

The students have in-depth knowledge about the structure and programming of microcomputer systems. They are familiar with the peculiarities of programming microcomputer systems and can independently apply them in practice when programming the systems. They know the essential components of integrated microcomputer systems. The students are capable of describing the functioning of core components, especially interfaces, timers, interrupt processing, and can use them to solve simple problems.

The students understand the interplay between hardware and software components in modern microcomputer systems. They are capable of analyzing the requirements for a microcomputer-based system and, from these analyses, presenting reasoned alternatives to define a suitable implementation using a microcomputer.

The students understand the interaction between hardware and software components in modern microcomputer systems. They are capable of carrying out application-oriented microcontroller-based projects and independently contribute to solving complex tasks within a team.

The students understand the structure and functioning of microcomputer systems and are capable of explaining them.

• Gehrke, Winfried

• Gehrke, Winfried