High-Reliability Embedded Systems

Module code: EG7014

Module co-ordinator: Andrew Norman

Aims

At the end of this module, students should be able to:

• Design software for single-processor embedded applications based on small, industry-standard microcontrollers
• Implement a software design using a high-level programming language
• Write a report explaining the software design and implementation process

Learning

• Seminars, computing exercises, and practical classes
• Guided independent study (private study with additional support provided in laboratory sessions)

Assessment

• Computing exercises, including oral defence of work (70%); design report (30%)
• Resit by examination
• Students will receive ongoing assessment through feedback on submitted coursework