This subject is based on the skills and knowledge acquired in the subjects:
This subject begins from the subjects "Computer Structure" and "Computer Technology" and develops the ability to design systems based on microcontrollers and microprocessors, and the subject "Embedded Systems" complements this subject.
Course competences | |
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Code | Description |
IC01 | Ability to design and build digital systems, including computers, based on microprocessors and communication systems. |
IC02 | Ability to develop specific processors and embedded systems, along with the development and optimization of software in such systems. |
IC05 | Ability to analyse, assess, and select the most adequate hardware and software platforms for the support of embedded and real time applications. |
IC07 | Ability to analyse, assess, select, and set up hardware platforms for the development and execution of applications and digital systems. |
INS02 | Organising and planning skills. |
INS04 | Problem solving skills by the application of engineering techniques. |
PER02 | Ability to work in multidisciplinary teams. |
PER04 | Interpersonal relationship skills. |
PER05 | Acknowledgement of human diversity, equal rights, and cultural variety. |
SIS01 | Critical thinking. |
SIS03 | Autonomous learning. |
SIS05 | Creativity. |
Course learning outcomes | |
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Description | |
Ability to analyze, evaluate and select the most appropriate hardware platform based on the specific environment in which it is to be implemented. | |
Ability to design and build digital systems, as well as to develop and optimize software for such systems. | |
Ability to use and correctly program multiprocessor architectures. | |
Ability to size and integrate systems using the most appropriate hardware and software platforms for the development and execution of computer applications and services. | |
Ability to recognize different types of parallel architectures. | |
Additional outcomes | |
Not established. |
The laboratory part is divided into labs that have an incremental character except the first one. In the labs we are going to use STM32-F411RE (Cortex-M4) and ESP-WROOM-32 (ESP32) boards.
Training Activity | Methodology | Related Competences (only degrees before RD 822/2021) | ECTS | Hours | As | Com | Description | |
Class Attendance (theory) [ON-SITE] | Lectures | IC01 IC02 IC05 IC07 | 0.6 | 15 | N | N | Teaching of the subject matter by lecturer (MAG) | |
Individual tutoring sessions [ON-SITE] | Lectures | IC01 IC02 IC05 IC07 | 0.18 | 4.5 | N | N | Individual or small group tutoring in lecturer¿s office, classroom or laboratory (TUT) | |
Study and Exam Preparation [OFF-SITE] | Self-study | IC01 IC02 IC05 IC07 | 1.8 | 45 | N | N | Self-study (EST) | |
Other off-site activity [OFF-SITE] | Practical or hands-on activities | IC01 IC02 IC05 IC07 INS02 INS04 PER02 PER04 PER05 SIS01 SIS03 SIS05 | 0.9 | 22.5 | N | N | Lab practical preparation (PLAB) | |
Problem solving and/or case studies [ON-SITE] | Project/Problem Based Learning (PBL) | IC01 IC02 IC05 IC07 INS02 INS04 PER02 PER04 PER05 SIS01 SIS03 SIS05 | 0.6 | 15 | Y | Y | Worked example problems and cases resolution by the lecturer and the students (PRO) | |
Writing of reports or projects [OFF-SITE] | Self-study | IC01 IC02 IC05 IC07 INS02 INS04 PER02 PER04 PER05 SIS01 SIS03 SIS05 | 0.9 | 22.5 | Y | N | Preparation of essays on topics proposed by lecturer (RES) | |
Laboratory practice or sessions [ON-SITE] | Practical or hands-on activities | IC01 IC02 IC05 IC07 INS02 INS04 PER02 PER04 PER05 SIS01 SIS03 SIS05 | 0.72 | 18 | Y | Y | Realization of practicals in laboratory/computing room (LAB) | |
Final test [ON-SITE] | Assessment tests | IC01 IC02 IC05 IC07 INS02 INS04 SIS01 SIS05 | 0.3 | 7.5 | Y | Y | Partial test 1 of the first half of the syllabus of the subject (EVA) | |
Total: | 6 | 150 | ||||||
Total credits of in-class work: 2.4 | Total class time hours: 60 | |||||||
Total credits of out of class work: 3.6 | Total hours of out of class work: 90 |
As: Assessable training activity Com: Training activity of compulsory overcoming (It will be essential to overcome both continuous and non-continuous assessment).
Evaluation System | Continuous assessment | Non-continuous evaluation * | Description |
Assessment of problem solving and/or case studies | 25.00% | 25.00% | Non-compulsory activity thatcan be retaken.To be carried out before end of teaching period [EVA] [PRO] |
Laboratory sessions | 25.00% | 25.00% | Compulsory activity that can be retaken. To be carried out during lab sessions [LAB] |
Assessment of active participation | 10.00% | 10.00% | Non-compulsory activity thatcan be retaken. To be carried out in the theory/laboratory sessions for the students of the continuous assessment mode. The students of non-continuous modality will be evaluated of this activity through an alternative method. [EVA] |
Final test | 40.00% | 40.00% | Compulsory activity that can be retaken (rescheduling) to be carried out within the planned exam dates of the final exam call (convocatoria ordinaria). [EVA] [RES] |
Total: | 100.00% | 100.00% |
Not related to the syllabus/contents | |
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Hours | hours |
Unit 1 (de 4): Microcontrollers and Microprocessors | |
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Activities | Hours |
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] | 2 |
Individual tutoring sessions [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] | .5 |
Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Self-study] | 11 |
Other off-site activity [AUTÓNOMA][Practical or hands-on activities] | 3 |
Writing of reports or projects [AUTÓNOMA][Self-study] | 3 |
Laboratory practice or sessions [PRESENCIAL][Practical or hands-on activities] | 3 |
Final test [PRESENCIAL][Assessment tests] | 2 |
Teaching period: 2 weeks | |
Group 20: | |
Initial date: 01-02-2021 | End date: 14-02-2021 |
Unit 2 (de 4): Basics of Embedded Software | |
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Activities | Hours |
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] | 4 |
Individual tutoring sessions [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] | 1 |
Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Self-study] | 12 |
Other off-site activity [AUTÓNOMA][Practical or hands-on activities] | 4 |
Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Project/Problem Based Learning (PBL)] | 4.5 |
Writing of reports or projects [AUTÓNOMA][Self-study] | 4.5 |
Laboratory practice or sessions [PRESENCIAL][Practical or hands-on activities] | 4.5 |
Final test [PRESENCIAL][Assessment tests] | 3 |
Group 20: | |
Initial date: 15-02-2022 | End date: 06-03-2022 |
Unit 3 (de 4): Peripherals | |
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Activities | Hours |
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] | 6 |
Individual tutoring sessions [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] | 2 |
Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Self-study] | 18 |
Other off-site activity [AUTÓNOMA][Practical or hands-on activities] | 11.5 |
Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Project/Problem Based Learning (PBL)] | 9 |
Writing of reports or projects [AUTÓNOMA][Self-study] | 12.5 |
Laboratory practice or sessions [PRESENCIAL][Practical or hands-on activities] | 9 |
Final test [PRESENCIAL][Assessment tests] | 1.5 |
Group 20: | |
Initial date: 08-03-2022 | End date: 24-04-2022 |
Unit 4 (de 4): Communication Protocols | |
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Activities | Hours |
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] | 3 |
Individual tutoring sessions [PRESENCIAL][Lectures] | 1 |
Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Self-study] | 4 |
Other off-site activity [AUTÓNOMA][Practical or hands-on activities] | 4 |
Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Project/Problem Based Learning (PBL)] | 1.5 |
Writing of reports or projects [AUTÓNOMA][Self-study] | 2.5 |
Laboratory practice or sessions [PRESENCIAL][Practical or hands-on activities] | 1.5 |
Final test [PRESENCIAL][Assessment tests] | 1 |
Teaching period: 2 weeks | |
Group 20: | |
Initial date: 20-04-2022 | End date: 08-05-2022 |
Global activity | |
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Activities | hours |
General comments about the planning: | The subject is taught in 3 x 1,5 hour sessions per week. |