Electronic systems

Faculty

Faculty of Engineering and Computer Science

Version

Version 1 of 01.10.2025.

Module identifier

11B1190

Module level

Bachelor

Language of instruction

German

ECTS credit points and grading

5.0

Module frequency

only winter term

Duration

1 semester

 

 

Brief description

Electronic systems are becoming increasingly complex. They are based on the interaction of hardware and software, often utilizing operating systems (e.g., Linux). Upon successful completion of the module, students will be capable of realizing electronic systems using software and hardware modules. They will understand the basics of operating systems and be able to integrate their own components into an operating system environment. The students will be able to independently expand and deepen their acquired skills, enabling them to assess and efficiently implement more complex systems.

Teaching and learning outcomes

  • Architecture of Embedded Electronic Systems
  • Architecture Templates
  • Tools for Development of IP Blocks and System Integration
  • Memory Connection and Communication of System Components
  • HW/SW Interface
  • Fundamentals of Operating Systems
  • Integration of Hardware and Software Components
  • System Design
  • Example Systems

Overall workload

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

Teaching and learning methods
Lecturer based learning
Workload hoursType of teachingMedia implementationConcretization
45LecturePresence or online-
15Learning in groups / Coaching of groupsPresence-
Lecturer independent learning
Workload hoursType of teachingMedia implementationConcretization
40Preparation/follow-up for course work-
40Creation of examinations-
10Exam preparation-
Graded examination
  • Project Report, written or
  • oral exam
Ungraded exam
  • Field work / Experimental work
Remark on the assessment methods

The form of examination is at the discretion of the instructor.

Exam duration and scope

Graded Examination:

  • Project Report, written: approximately 15-20 pages; Explanation of the project: approximately 15 minutes
  • Oral Examination: see General Section of the Examination Regulations

Ungraded Examination:

  • Experimental Work: approximately 6 experiments, each lasting 90 minutes

Recommended prior knowledge

Programming 1 (E/Me), Programming 2 (E/Me), Digital Design

Knowledge Broadening

Upon completion of the module, students will have in-depth knowledge in the area of hardware and software design for electronic systems. They can apply this knowledge to independently specify and realize systems. The students are capable of integrating independently developed subsystems into more complex systems.

Knowledge deepening

Upon completion of the module, students possess in-depth knowledge in the field of hardware/software design and are able to define various implementation options for a given task, assessing them with respect to criteria such as effort and efficiency.

Knowledge Understanding

The students understand relevant aspects for the realization of electronic systems. They are capable of defining subsystems and realizing these as hardware and software components. The students are able to independently implement electronic systems using current design tools.

Application and Transfer

The students are capable of analyzing a given task. From the results of the analysis, they develop solution approaches and alternative implementation variants. They can evaluate these variants and decide which one is suitable for implementation. The students are able to carry out application-oriented projects and contribute to the solution of complex tasks in a team.

Academic Innovation

The students are capable of investigating a problem and evaluating solution approaches. They are able to construct new systems based on known basic structures and examine and assess their properties.

Communication and Cooperation

 The students can present the results of their analysis in a structured manner, either orally or in writing. They are able to realize simple systems and appropriately defend their chosen approach to a professional audience.

Literature

  • Frank Kesel: "Entwurf von digitalen Schaltungen und Systemen", Oldenbourg Wissenschaftsverlag, 2013.
  • Winfried Gehrke, Marco Winzker: "Digitaltechnik", Springer, Heidelberg 2023.
  • David Patterson, John LeRoy Hennessy: "Rechnerorganisation und Rechnerentwurf: Die Hardware/Software-Schnittstelle", De Gruyter Oldenbourg, 2022.
  • Joachim Schr?der, Tilo Gockel: "Embedded Linux: Das Praxisbuch", Springer, 2009.
  • Louise H. Crockett: "The ZYNQ Book", Strathclyde Academic Media, 2014.
  • "AMBA Specification", Arm Ltd., 2015.

Applicability in study programs

  • Electrical Engineering in Practical Networks (dual)
    • Electrical Engineering in Practical Networks (dual) B.Sc. (01.03.2026)

  • Electrical Engineering
    • Electrical Engineering B.Sc. (01.09.2025)

    Person responsible for the module
    • Gehrke, Winfried
    Teachers
    • Gehrke, Winfried
    • Lang, Bernhard
    • Weinhardt, Markus