DE5406                             MICROCONTROLLERS 1

Level 5                                             Credits 15                                            Version July 2010

LEARNING TIME

RECOMMENDED PRE-REQUISITE

DE4103 Technical Literacy

RECOMMENDED CO-REQUISITE

Nil

AIM/PURPOSE

To develop an understanding of microcontroller architecture, applications and interfacing requirements.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

On successful completion of this course, the student should be able to:

1.            Demonstrate and apply knowledge of microcontroller hardware.

2.            Demonstrate practical microcontroller software development methods.

INDICATIVE CONTENT

●          Typical microcontroller architecture is described and operation is explained

●          Microcontroller on-board subsystems are described and configured to perform simple industrial functions in accordance with industry practice

●          A microcontroller is interfaced to practical devices in accordance with industry practice

●          An IDE is used to demonstrate practical software development methods for microcontrollers in accordance with industry practice

●          Programs for a microcontroller are written and documented based on given specifications in accordance with industry practice