Course Summary
Learn how to effectively model and debug embedded systems with this comprehensive course. Gain hands-on experience in debugging techniques and tools to become a proficient embedded systems engineer.Key Learning Points
- Learn how to model and debug embedded systems using industry-standard tools and techniques
- Gain a solid understanding of how to design, test and maintain embedded systems
- Develop skills in debugging techniques and tools to efficiently identify and fix errors in embedded systems
Related Topics for further study
- Embedded Systems Design
- Debugging Techniques
- Industry-standard Tools
- Testing and Maintenance
- Error Identification and Fixing
Learning Outcomes
- Develop proficiency in modeling and debugging embedded systems
- Gain hands-on experience in industry-standard tools and techniques
- Learn how to design, test, and maintain embedded systems effectively
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic knowledge of programming concepts
- Familiarity with C programming
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online self-paced course
- Hands-on projects
- Video lectures
- Interactive quizzes
Similar Courses
- Embedded Systems Programming
- Introduction to Embedded Systems
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Jack Ganssle
- Colin Walls
Related Books
Description
This course can also be taken for academic credit as ECEA 5387, part of CU Boulder’s Master of Science in Electrical Engineering degree.
Knowledge
- About SystemC and how it can be used to create models of cyber-physical systems in order to perform "what-if" scenarios.
- About Trimble Engineering's embedded systems for heavy equipment automation.
- A deeper understanding of embedded systems in the Automotive and Transoprtion market segment.
- How to debug deeply embedded systems.
Outline
- SystemC, Trimble Engineering Guest Speakers
- Introduction
- Segment 1 - SystemC 1
- Segment 2 - SystemC 2
- Segment 3 - SystemC: Example Baggage Handling System
- Segment 4 - Explanation of Rotary Shaft Encoders
- Segment 5 - Rotary Shaft Encoder use in Paper Cutters
- Segment 6 - SystemC Examples
- Segment 7 - Baggage Handling System Model Structure
- Segment 8 - Trimble - Introduction
- Segment 9 - Trimble - Machine Grade Control, Production Study
- Segment 10 - Trimble - Machine Types
- Segment 11 - Trimble - Excavator
- Segment 12 - Trimble - Communication Protocols
- Segment 13 - Trimble - Site Gateway
- Segment 14 - Trimble - Peer-to-Peer System
- Segment 15 Trimble - Predictive Analytics
- Segment 16 - Trimble - Security
- Segment 17 - Trimble - UAVs
- Segment 18 - Trimble - Augmented Reality
- Segment 19 - Trimble - Hololens
- Access to Course Resources
- A Note from the Instructor
- Module 1 Quiz
- Deep Dive: Automotive and Transportation
- Introduction
- Segment 1 Automotive 1
- Segment 2 - Automotive 2
- Segment 3 - Automotive 3
- Segment 4 - Automotive 4 - Waze
- Segment 5 - Automotive 5
- Segment 6 - Automotive 6
- Segment 7 - Trucking
- Segment 8 - Trucking - Weigh in Motion
- Segment 9 - Logistics
- Segment 10 - Trains
- Segment 11 - Planes
- Segment 12 - Shipping
- Segment 13 - Smart Roads
- Segment 14 - Smart Parking
- Segment 15 - Summary
- Module 2 Quiz
- Debugging Deeply Embedded Systems, Lauterbach Guest Speaker
- Introduction
- Segment 1 - Debug 1
- Segment 2 - Debug 2
- Segment 3 - Log Pages
- Segment 4 - Debugging During Validation
- Segment 5 - The Importance of Trace
- Segment 6 - Lauterbach - Introduction
- Segment 7 - Lauterbach - JTAG
- Segment 8 - Lauterbach - Tracing
- Segment 9 - Lauterbach - Types of Trace Output + Viewing Traces
- Segment 10 - Lauterbach - Looking Back in Time
- Segment 11 - Lauterbach - Timing and Performance Analysis
- Segment 12 - Lauterbach - Code Coverage
- Module 3 Quiz
- Promoting Technical Ideas, Learning from Failures
- Introduction
- Segment 1 - Promoting Technical Ideas - Patents
- Segment 2 - Promoting Technical Ideas within a Company
- Segment 3 - Learning from Failures
- Segment 4 - Learning from Failures - From My Past
- Segment 5 - Learning from Failures - Sparkfun
- Segment 6 - Learning from Failures - Kickstarter CST-01 Watch
- Segment 7 - Learning from Failures - Toyota
- Segment 8 - 20 Reasons Startups Fail
- Segment 9 - Assessing Business Risks
- Concluding Remarks
- List of IIoT Companies
- Module 4 Quiz
Summary of User Reviews
Check out this course on modeling and debugging embedded systems! Students highly recommend it for its comprehensive curriculum and hands-on approach. Many found the instructor's explanations to be clear and easy to follow.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
Clear and easy to follow explanations from the instructorPros from User Reviews
- Comprehensive curriculum
- Hands-on approach
- Instructor provides detailed explanations
- Real-world examples
- Great for beginners and experienced developers alike
Cons from User Reviews
- Some students found the pace to be too slow
- Limited opportunities for interaction with other students
- Course materials could be more organized
- Lectures can be a bit lengthy
- Not suitable for those without prior programming knowledge