EEE8087 : Real Time Embedded Systems
EEE8087 : Real Time Embedded Systems
- Offered for Year: 2024/25
- Module Leader(s): Dr Nick Coleman
- Owning School: Engineering
- Teaching Location: Newcastle City Campus
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
| Semester 1 Credit Value: | 20 |
| ECTS Credits: | 10.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Pre-requisite
Modules you must have done previously to study this module
Pre Requisite Comment
Familiarity (a course of relevant experience) with C, C++ or Java. Basics of Digital Electronics.
Co-Requisite
Modules you need to take at the same time
Co Requisite Comment
N/A
Aims
Embedded computer systems form a huge part of the world economy. Significant expansion of design activities in this sector is expected in the near future, due both to market demands and to the inability of silicon technology to maintain exponential growth.
The working of these systems will be covered in depth, including the underlying microprocessor hardware and its machine interface, direct programming of the hardware for simpler or time-critical applications, and the design of a real-time operating system and its deployment in more complex cases. Emphasis will be on the software side using a simulator, since the large numbers will be difficult to accommodate in the hardware labs.
Outline Of Syllabus
Embedded computer systems form a huge part of the world economy. Significant expansion of design activities in this sector is expected in the near future, due both to market demands and to the inability of silicon technology to maintain exponential growth.
The working of these systems will be covered in depth, including the underlying microprocessor hardware and its machine interface, direct programming of the hardware for simpler or time-critical applications, and the design of a real-time operating system and its deployment in more complex cases. Emphasis will be on the software side using a simulator, since the large numbers will be difficult to accommodate in the hardware labs.
Learning Outcomes
Intended Knowledge Outcomes
Microprocessor and microcontroller system architecture and programming: high-level and assembly languages, I/O programming, real-time performance, process models, concurrent programming, design of an RTOS.
AHEP codes: M1-C, M3-C, M6-C, M13-D.
Intended Skill Outcomes
Assembly language programming and determination of real-time performance.
Programming of simple I/O peripheral devices.
Selection of appropriate process model for given applications.
Concurrent programming.
Implementation and documentation of a simple RTOS.
Deployment of an RTOS in simple example applications.
AHEP codes: M1-C, M3-C, M6-C, M16-C, M17-C.
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 8 | 2:00 | 16:00 | Timetabled lectures |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 70:00 | 70:00 | Assessment project - programming |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 10:00 | 10:00 | Assessment project - report |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Practical | 4 | 2:00 | 8:00 | Timetabled optional labs for catch up |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Practical | 4 | 4:00 | 16:00 | Timetabled labs |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 1 | 80:00 | 80:00 | Weekly programming exercises and preparation and completion of formative assessment |
| Total | 200:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
The subject combines specific knowledge of real-time embedded design with general knowledge and skills of electronics design and programming. The theory taught in the lecture sessions forms the basis of the applied study carried out as computer practicals. Essential design skills, which include analysis, synthesis and implementation, together with project management and technical writing, are also exercised in practicals and in the assessment.
Reading Lists
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Other Assessment
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Report | 1 | M | 100 | A large assignment, for which students work in groups of three. Maximum of 4000 words. |
Formative Assessments
Formative Assessment is an assessment which develops your skills in being assessed, allows for you to receive feedback, and prepares you for being assessed. However, it does not count to your final mark.
| Description | Semester | When Set | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Practical/lab report | 1 | M | Assessment of the progress, feedback. Maximum 2000 words. |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
Technical theory, design skills including analysis, synthesis and implementation, together with project management and technical communication, are assessed in the programming assignment and associated written report.
The formative assessment allows the student the opportunity to assess their progress and receive feedback.
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- EEE8087's Timetable
Past Exam Papers
- Exam Papers Online : www.ncl.ac.uk/exam.papers/
- EEE8087's past Exam Papers
General Notes
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