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SEE712 - Embedded Systems

Year:

2025 unit information
Enrolment modes: Trimester 1: Waurn Ponds (Geelong)
Credit point(s): 1
EFTSL value: 0.125
Prerequisite:

For students enrolled in S460, S461, S462, S463, S465, S466, S467: completion of 18 credits points and SEE222 or Unit Chair approval.

For students enrolled in S550, S751, S752, S756, S757: Nil.

For all other students: Unit Chair approval.
Corequisite: Nil
Incompatible with: Nil
Study commitment

Students will on average spend 150 hours over the teaching period undertaking the teaching, learning and assessment activities for this unit.

This will include educator guided online learning activities within the unit site.
Scheduled learning activities - campus

1 x 2 hour practical experience (laboratory) per week.
Note:

Assumed Knowledge

  1. Basic C programming: It is expected that students have a basic understanding of the C programming language, including concepts such as variables, data types, control structures (e.g., loops, conditionals), functions, and arrays. If you are unfamiliar with C programming, we recommend reviewing online tutorials or taking an introductory course to familiarize yourself with the language.
  2. Electronics: A basic understanding of electronics is also assumed. This includes knowledge of basic electronic components (e.g., resistors, capacitors, transistors), circuit analysis (e.g., Ohm's law, Kirchhoff's laws), and digital logic gates. If you need to refresh your knowledge in this area, there are various online resources and textbooks available that cover the fundamentals of electronics.

Further Reading (Recommended): 'C Programming Language' by Brian W. Kernighan and Dennis M. Ritchie. 'Programming in C' by Stephen G. Kochan. 'The Art of Electronics' by Paul Horowitz and Winfield Hill. 'Electronic Circuits: Fundamentals and Applications' by Mike Tooley. These resources are recommended to enhance your understanding of C programming and electronics, but it is not restricted to these sources. Feel free to explore additional materials that align with your learning preferences and needs.

Equipment Requirements

Learning experiences and assessment activities in this unit require that students have access to specific mechatronics components/equipment, such as Arduino Mega 2560 and other components which vary from year to year. The expected cost of this equipment for this unit is approximately $100. These components will also be usable in subsequent units.

Content

This unit delves into the design and development of embedded systems, focusing on FPGA and microcontroller platforms. It encompasses advanced programmable devices, peripherals, and programming tools. Covered topics include embedded design methodologies, programming languages, system realization, and testing procedures.

Unit Fee Information

Fees and charges vary depending on the type of fee place you hold, your course, your commencement year, the units you choose to study and their study discipline, and your study load.

Tuition fees increase at the beginning of each calendar year and all fees quoted are in Australian dollars ($AUD). Tuition fees do not include textbooks, computer equipment or software, other equipment or costs such as mandatory checks, travel and stationery.

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