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Post Graduate Program inPG Program in Embedded Systems for EV Applications

Our embedded system course trains engineers in advanced concepts of using embedded systems in EV applications. The program is an introduction to embedded systems for engineers who want to start their careers in this exciting domain, training students in advanced industry-oriented concepts using real-world projects.

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Duration: 24 weeks
Content: 198 hours
Courses: 9
Projects: 23
Mode: Online

Overview

What you'll
be able to do.

A thorough understanding of the importance of Embedded Systems in Electric Vehicles
Hands-on experience with the different Software and Programming Languages used in building an Embedded System for an Electric Vehicle application
A glimpse of how the automotive industry works to produce an Embedded Automotive System
Learning different problem solving approaches to be considered while designing an Embedded Automotive System

Why this program

This program will provide knowledge in bare metal programming and the development of device drivers for controller peripherals and porting Linux to the ARM platform.
The course focuses on industry-relevant tools (Simulink Design Verifier, Simulink test, Simulink coverage, Polyspace, LDRA Test Suite) and practices involved in the verification and validation of embedded software written by hand and developed with auto code generation.

Job Opportunities
- Firmware engineers/ device driver developer
- V&V engineers
- Embedded software testing engineers
- Model-Based Development engineers.
Higher Education can be pursued in the following domains:
- Embedded Software Engineering
- Autonomous Driving
- Electric Vehicle and Battery technology

Tools you'll use

SimulinkMATLABC ProgrammingSTM32CubeIDEEmbedded LinuxAVR ATmega328SimulIDEMicrochip StudioArm Cortex M4 - STM32Mbed SimulatorCAN ProtocolLRDA Tool Suite

Curriculum

12 courses,
111 modules.

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01Embedded Programming Essentials18 modules
1. C Language for Embedded Programming, C Input /Output Functions, C Data Types for Embedded Programming, C Language OperatorsW01
  - What an Embedded System is
  - Traits and Architecture of an Embedded System
  - Embedded Hardware and Software
  - Why C-language is Preferred for Embedded SW Development
  - Installing Tool Chain
  - Installing STM32CubeIDE
  - Installing GCC Compiler
  - Creating a New Project
  - Basic Elements of a C-Program
  - C-Program Layout
  - Standard I/O - Library
  - getchar and putchar
  - printf and sprintf
  - scanf and sscanf
  - C Data Types
  - Signed Data Representation
  - Data Type - Overflow/Underflow Issues
  - C99 Data Types
  - Fixed Point and Floating-Point Representation
  - FPU Usage
  - ‘Enum’ and ‘Typedef’
  - Operators in C
  - Operators Precedence and Associativity
2. C Control Statements, Function Prototypes, Introduction to Pointers, C Storage Classes and Type QualifiersW02
  - Control Statements in ‘C’ language
  - ‘if-else’
  - Loops for Iterations
  - Switch Case for Multiple Selections
  - Tips and Traps for Switch-Case
  - ‘if-else’ vs ‘switch’
  - ‘goto’ Statement and Labels
  - Introduction to vFunctions
  - Advanced Control Flow with ‘setjmp( )’ and ‘longjmp( )’
  - Functions ()
  - Function Prototypes
  - Recursive Function
  - Function Pitfalls
  - Introduction to Pointers
  - Call by Value Vs Call by Reference
  - Pointer Arithmetic
  - Functions as ‘Pointer'
  - C Storage Classes
3. C Compilation Process, C Preprocessor Directives, Arrays in C, Arrays to Functions, and Array of Function PointersW03
  - Stages of the Compilation Process
  - GCC Commands for Each Stage
  - Preprocessor Directives in C
  - Macros and their Types
  - Conditional Compilation
  - #pragma
  - Introduction to Arrays
  - Array Initialization
  - Accessing Array Elements
  - 2D Arrays
  - 3D Arrays
  - Pointers and Arrays
  - Passing Array Elements to a Function
  - Array of Pointers
  - ‘Function’ as ‘Pointer’ - Function Pointers
  - Array of Function Pointers
4. Command Line Arguments, Variadic Functions, Strings and String Functions in C, Structures in C, Unions and Bitfields in CW04
  - Command Line Arguments in C
  - Variadic Functions in C
  - Strings in C language
  - String Functions from
  - Structure Declaration in C
  - Array of Structures
  - Pointer Objects to Structure
  - Memory Allocation of Structure and Structure Padding
  - Structure Padding Comparison
  - Bit Fields
  - Unions
5. Advanced Function Arguments, Advanced Pointers-Void Pointers, File Operations in C, Standard Libraries CW05
  - Function Pointers
  - Inline Functions
  - Passing a String as a Function Argument
  - Returning a String from a Function
  - Passing Arrays to Function Arguments
  - Returning Multiple Values from a Function
  - Passing Structure Pointers as Function Arguments
  - Passing an Array of Structures to a Function
  - Double Pointers with Example
  - Void pointers with Example
  - Miscellaneous Features
  - File I/O Handling
  - Read and Write Operations
  - Error Handling Mechanisms
  - General Properties of C Library
  - Functions of C Library
  - Need for Libraries - Static vs. Dynamic Libraries
  - Utility Functions
6. C Memory Management, Dynamic Memory Allocation, Modular C Programming, Modular C Programming, and C Program OptimizationW06
  - C Memory Model
  - Dynamic Memory Allocation on Heap
  - Miscellaneous Memory Functions
  - Variable Length Arrays
  - Creating a User-Defined Library
  - Makefile Project in STMCubeMX IDE
  - Creating a Custom Makefile
  - Introduction to Debugging
  - Debugging using GDB Tool
  - Debugging using Preprocessor Directives
  - Optimization for Memory Usage and Execution Speed
  - Optimization Methods
  - Code Level Optimization
7. Stack and Stack Operations, Queue and Queue Operations, Linked List, Finite State MachineW07
  - Fundamental Concepts of Data Structures
  - Operation on Data Structure
  - Arrays and Array Operations
  - Stack and Standard Stack Operations
  - Fundamental Concepts of Queue
  - Operations performed in Queue
  - Different Types of Queue
  - Fundamental concepts of Linked List
  - Types of Linked List
    
    Singly Linked List
    
    Doubly Linked List
    
    Circular Linked List
    
    Doubly Circular Linked List
  - Introduction to FSM (Finite State Machine)
  - State Diagram
  - Explanation of State Diagram
  - State Table
  - Implementation of State Machine
  - Mealy State Machine
  - Moore State Machine
8. Process Management in C, Embedded Design PatternsW08
  - Threads
  - Memory Model of Threads
  - Library
  - Process Vs Threads
  - IPC Mechanism
  - Different Design Patterns of Embedded System
  - Hardware Adapter Pattern
  - Observer Pattern
  - Debounce Pattern
  - Interrupt Pattern
  - Polling Pattern
9. C and Embedded C StandardsW09
  - C Standards
  - K&R C
  - K&R Standards
  - ANSI C
  - C90 Standards
  - C99 Standards
  - C11 Standards
  - Embedded C
  - C-General Coding Standards
  - Embedded C Standards
10. AUTOSAR C Rules and MISRA C GuidelinesW10
  - Common Pitfalls in C Language
  - Overstepping of Array Boundaries
  - Example of Faulty Code
  - Buffer Overflow
  - Stack Overflow
  - Glimpse into AUTOSAR and MISRA
  - Prominent MISRA C Rules
11. Introduction to C++ and OOPS-Part 1W11
  - Introduction of C++
    
    What is C++?
    
    Program Paradigm
    
    ANSI/ISO Vs Standard C++
    
    C++ Syntax and Structure
    
    C++ Language Fundamentals
    
    Benefits of C++ over C
  - C vs C++
    
    Procedural Vs OOP
    
    Compiling a C Program in C++ Environment
    
    Undefined Behavior in C and C++
    
    Void * in C vs C++
    
    Name Mangling
    
    Use of Extern C in C++ Programming
    
    Structures in C Vs Class in C++
  - C++ Vs Java
    
    Similarities between C++ and Java
    
    Exception Handling in C++ vs Java
    
    Default Virtual Behavior in C++ Vs Java
    
    Floating Point Operations and Property of Associativity in C, C++, and Java
  - Dynamic Memory Allocation
    
    malloc()
    
    calloc()
    
    realloc()
    
    free
    
    new
    
    delete
    
    malloc Vs new
    
    free Vs delete
  - Object Oriented Programming
    
    OOP’s Concepts - Briefing
    
    Class
    
    Default Access Specifier in a Class
    
    Access Modifiers
    
    Constructor
    
    Destructor
    
    Assignment Operator
    
    Copy Constructor
    
    Default Member Functions in a Class
    
    Object
12. OOPS - Part 2W12
  - Object-Oriented Programming
    
    Encapsulation
    
    Abstraction
    
    Message Passing
    
    Dynamic Binding
    
    Data Hiding
    
    Inheritance
    
    Use of Inheritance
    
    Modes of Inheritance
    
    Types of Inheritance
    
    Single Inheritance
    
    Multiple Inheritance
    
    Hierarchical Inheritance
    
    Multiple Inheritance
    
    Hybrid Inheritance
    
    Multipath Inheritance
    
    Diamond Problem
13. OOPS - Part 3W13
  - Object-Oriented Programming
    
    Polymorphism
    
    Compile Time Polymorphism
    
    Function Overloading
    
    Operator Overloading
    
    Runtime Polymorphism
    
    Function Overriding
    
    Virtual Keyword
    
    VTable
    
    Vptr-V Pointer
    
    Virtual Functions
    
    Abstract Class
    
    Pure Virtual Function
    
    Interface Vs Abstract Class
14. Constructor and DestructorsW14
  - Constructor and Destructor
    
    Virtual Constructor
    
    Virtual Destructor
    
    Virtual Copy Constructor
    
    Shallow Copy Vs Deep Copy
    
    Default Constructor and Copy Constructor
    
    Copy Constructor and Assignment Operator
    
    Dangling Pointer
    
    Void Pointer and Opaque Pointer
    
    Null Pointer and Wild Pointer
    
    Private Constructor
    
    Private Destructor
    
    Copy Elision
    
    Explicit Keyword
15. Keywords in C++W15
  - Static Keyword in C++
    
    Static Variables in a Function
    
    Static Variables in a Class
    
    Static Members of Class - Static Class Objects
    
    Static Member Functions in a Class
  - Const Keyword in C++
  - Mutable Keyword in C++
  - Friend Function and Friend Class in C++
  - This Pointer in C++
    
    ‘this’ Pointer
    
    Types of ‘this’ Pointer
    
    Delete ‘this’
16. Type CastingW16
  - Type Casting in C++
    
    Implicit Cast
    
    Explicit Cast
    
    dynamic_cast
    
    static_cast
    
    reinterpret_cast
    
    const_cast
  - Member Initializer List in C++
    
    Use of Initializer Lists
    
    Member Initializer Lists
17. Exception HandlingW17
  - Exception Handling in C++
    
    Exception Handling in C++
    
    Base Class and Derived Class Exception Handling
    
    Catch Block in C++
    
    Object Destruction
    
    Stack Unwinding in C++
  - Templates in C++
    
    Introduction to Templates
    
    Function Templates
    
    Class Templates
    
    Template Specialization
18. Multi-ThreadingW18
  - Multithreading in C++
  - Posix Threads
  - Std::thread
  - Inter-Process Communication
  - What is IPC?
  - Various Methods in IPC
  - Smart Pointers
  - Use of Smart Pointers
  - Types of Smart Pointers
  - Auto Pointer
  - Unique Pointer
  - Shared Pointer
  - Weak Pointer
02Fundamentals of Embedded Systems12 modules
1. Role of Embedded Systems in Mechatronic SystemsW01
  Embedded systems are used in the control of mechanical parts in mechatronic systems. Analog control is now being replaced with digital controllers like microprocessors or microcontrollers. It is important for learners to understand the basics of embedded systems, and their application in electronic control units used in the automotive industry.
  
  In this week, you will learn about
  - Basics of Embedded Systems
  - Basics of Automotive ECUs
  - Case Studies and Reference Designs of ECUs
2. ARM (MCU) ArchitectureW02
  The Advanced RISC Machines (ARM) architecture processor is a 32-bit microcontroller. As these processors are Reduced Instruction Set Computers (RISC), they consolidate all their functions down to a single chip. ARM processors are widely used in electronic gadgets like mobile phones. It is important to understand the basics of ARM processor architecture and their applications when learning about embedded systems.
  
  In this week, you will learn about
  - Basic Features of ARM Processor
  - Products Details and Product Roadmap
  - ARM Cortex Processor Internals
  - Cortex Microcontroller Software Interface Standard (CMSIS)
  - ARM Cortex M4 Programming Model
3. Sensors, Actuators, and Instrumentation ClusterW03
  Embedded systems have sensors and actuators. Sensors convert physical inputs into electrical signals that are then fed to the processor. Actuators take the resulting electrical signals from the processor and convert them into a physical output. Both sensors and actuators are important parts of embedded systems, due to which learners must understand associated concepts and terminologies.
  
  In this week, you will learn about
  - System Basics
  - Basic Concepts of Sensors and Actuators
  - Types, Functions, and Applications
  - Sensor Terminology
  - Technology of Sensors and Role of Sensors and Actuators in Automotive Systems
  - Automotive Instrumentation Cluster Basics
  - Actuators
4. Embedded Systems DevelopmentW04
  Embedded systems are designed differently depending on their requirements and applications. It is important to understand the different embedded systems, and how they vary in applications.
  
  In this week, you will learn about
  - Embedded Systems Bare Metal Programming
  - Philosophy
  - General Real Time Operating System (RTOS) Concepts
  - Bare Metal vs. RTOS
  - Bare Metal/RTOS/OS: Comparison
  - Examples of Bare Metal, RTOS, OS Development
5. Software Development Life CycleW05
  The software development life cycle (SDLC) elaborates on the process involved in designing and developing software. It defines each phase of the process, and how it optimizes the quality of software. Embedded systems also go through an SDLC to develop a high quality model. It is important to understand each phase of the SDLC and how each one relates to the development of embedded systems.
  
  In this week, you will learn about
  - Basics of SDLC
  - Phases of SDLC
  - SDLC Models
  - SDLC Frameworks
6. Introduction to Safety StandardsW06
  The Motor Industry Software Reliability Association (MISRA) C coding guidelines offer a defined framework for developing and testing codes for automotive software. They focus on improving the safety and security of embedded systems. To think at an industry level, it is important to understand the safety standards and their implications in embedded systems.
  
  In this week, you will learn about
  - Different Safety Standards in Various Domains
  - Secure Programming in C
  - Less Secure Areas of C Program
  - Secure C Coding Standards MISRA C
7. Get Started with Tinkercad, SimulIDE, MBED PlatformW07
  Arduino is used in the development of embedded systems. It has an AVR microcontroller that can be programmed to perform a specific application. Tinkercad is used in the designing, programming, and simulation of Arduino based systems. SimulIDE can also be used for the simulation of electronic circuits. It is important to understand these simulators and their use in embedded systems.
  
  In this week, you will learn about
  - What is Arduino?
  - Why Arduino?
  - Most Common Arduino Platforms
  - What is Tinkercad?
  - How to use Tinkercad & Simulate Circuits
  - Download and Install SimulIDE
  - Blink Program and Simulation in SimulIDE
  - Introduction to Mbed
  - CMSIS
  - ARM Microcontroller Introduction
8. Arduino Digital Pins, GPIO Input/Output Modes, and Methods of Programming Digital GPIOW08
  Pins on an Arduino board can be configured according to user needs. Each pin can be configured as either an input or output pin. SimulIDE is used to execute Arduino codes. It is important to understand the input and output configurations of Arduino, as well as how SimulIDE can be used to simulate circuits.
  
  In this week, you will learn about
  - Demonstration of the Working of Dio Pins - Led Chaser
  - Voltmeter Project in Simul Ide
  - L298 Motor Driver in Simulide
  - Relay in Simulide
  - Digital Inputs
  - Digital Outputs
9. Introduction to Analog Data, Analog to Digital Conversion, Digital to Analog Conversion, Analog Data, ADC, and DAC in MbedW09
  While analog data is continuous in nature, digital data is discrete in nature. There are analog to digital converters (ADC) that change analog data into digital data. Embedded systems need ADCs to acquire and process signals from the environment. It is important to understand the basics of analog and digital data, as well as ADCs.
  
  In this week, you will learn about
  - Analog Data
  - NTC circuit example
  - Analog to digital conversion
  - Digital to analog conversion
  - Working with analog pins and simulate a code
  - Simulate a code for Thermometer using TMP36 Sensor in Tinkercad Simulator
  - LDR in SIMULIDE
  - Voltmeter in SIMULIDE
  - Libraries in Mbed
  - Reading and logging data from analog inputs
  - DAC in Mbed
  - Analog Output in Mbed
10. Timers in AVR based Microcontrollers, Concepts of PWM, and PWM in MbedW10
  Arduinos can be programmed to have timers that are used to measure and record events with time. It makes use of a counter that counts according to the clock frequency. It is important to understand how timers are configured in Arduino boards, and how they can be simulated using SimulIDE.
  
  In this week, you will learn about
  - Timers in Arduino UNO
  - Blink using timers
  - Need of PWM
  - Fade
  - Simulation of Illustrating the analogWrite() function
  - H bridge
  - DC motor control
  - Servo motor mechanism
  - Servo mechanism- PWM pin in SIMULIDE
  - Timers in ARM based microcontrollers
11. Interrupts, Demonstration, and AdvantagesW11
  Interrupts can be programmed into Arduinos to prioritize processes and execute them immediately. The microcontroller will then finish executing the block of code it is on, and immediately shift to the high priority code. It is important to understand how to program interrupts into Arduinos.
  
  In this week, you will learn about
  - About Interrupts
  - Demonstration of Interrupts using Push Buttons
  - Advantages of Interrupts with Example
  - Polling Method
  - Problems in Polling Method
  - Example of Interrupts in Mbed
12. Serial Communication Protocols W12
  Serial communication transfers data as binary pulses. UART is a communication protocol which uses asynchronous serial communication. There is also a serial peripheral interface that is a synchronous protocol used to transfer data at higher speeds. It is important to understand the different communication protocols used in embedded systems.
  
  In this week, you will learn about
  - Introduction to Serial Communication
  - Types of serial communication
  - UART communication protocol
    
    Simulate a code for communication between two Arduino using UART protocol
  - I2C communication Protocol
    
    Simulate a code for communication between two Arduino using I2C protocol
  - SPI communication Protocol
    
    Simulate a code for communication between two Arduino using SPI protocol
03AVR Bare Metal Programming- Live Sessions8 modules
1. Arduino Vs Bare Metal Programming and Compiling Program with Custom Make FilesW01
  - Memory Blocks of Microcontroller
  - Measuring Memory Occupied by the Code using Arduino Library
  - Measuring Clock Cycles taken by the Instructions of Arduino Library
  - Internal I/O Circuit Diagram of Microcontroller
  - Accessing Registers using Specific Address
  - Comparison of Code Size and Clock Utilization of Arduino Library and Bare Metal Coding
  - Need for Writing a Custom Make File
2. Pinout and Features of Atmega328 and AVR ArchitectureW02
  - Pin Out Details of Atmega328
  - Pin Description at a Glance
  - Features of Atmega38
  - AVR Architecture
3. Setting up Microchip Studio for AVR using SimulIDE to Simulate the Target Environment and Input & Output Ports of Atmega328W03
  - Setting up Microchip Studio
  - Introduction to SimulIDE
  - Flashing the Code on the Virtual Atmega328 Microcontroller in SimulIDE
  - I/O Pin Block Diagram
  - I/O Ports and their Functions
  - Register Description of I/O ports
4. Debugging the Code in Microchip Studio and Basics of Timers, Counters, and PWMW04
  - Starting a Debugging Session
  - Various Windows of Debugging
  - Adding Breakpoints
  - Timer Clock Sources
  - Counter Unit
  - Output Compare Unit
  - Compare Match Output
  - Modes of Operation
5. LCD Interface and Basics of ADCW05
  - Deep Dive into 2*16 LCD Display
  - Common Commands for HD78044 LCD
  - Simulation of LCD Interfacing
  - Basics of ADC
  - Registers Associated with ADC of Atmega328
6. Analog Comparator and InterruptW06
  - Introduction to Interrupt
  - Interrupt Service Routine(ISR)
  - Registers Associated with Interrupt
  - Code and Simulation of ISR
  - Introduction to Analog Comparator
7. Communication Protocols and Non-Volatile MemoriesW07
  - Basics of UART, SPI, and I2C
  - Harvard and Von-Neumann Architecture
  - Program Memory Map
  - Write to and Read from the Flash Memory
  - Concepts of the Boot Loader
  - EEPROM
  - Program to Store Data into EEPROM
8. Saving Power and Code ProtectionW08
  - Concept of Power Saving
  - Power Reduction Register
  - Different Sleep Modes of Atmega
  - Wake Up Sources
  - Watchdog Timer
04Software Verification and Validation and System Testing for Hand Code8 modules
1. Introduction to Verification and Validation and System TestingW01
  - What is verification? (Real-world examples)
  - What is Validation and how it is different from verification? (Real-world examples)
  - Identifying Verification and Validation from the V- Cycle
  - Developer’s Mindset Vs Tester’s Mindset
  - Explaining various stages of validation (Unit Testing, Integration Testing, System Testing) with regards to verification phases in V-cycle
    
    System Testing
    
    Blackbox Testing
    
    Functional Testing
    
    Smoke Testing
  - Usage of V-model in present Agile world
  - SAFE (Scaled Agile Framework) concepts to illustrate ARTs
2. Test Case Development from Requirements – IW02
  - Introduction to Test Coverage Levels (C0, C1, MCDC)
  - Introduction to Different Test Design Techniques
  - Choosing Test Design Techniques for Various System Requirements (Examples)
3. Test Case Development from Requirements – IIW03
  - Test Cases Vs Test Specification
  - Writing a Test Plan
  - How to Write a Test Case for the Requirements?
  - Usage of Doors to Create Test Cases for the Requirements (Traceability)
  - Hands-on Examples (Using Excel) [CLIMA, BSW]
4. Static Analysis and MISRA-C GuidelinesW04
  - What is MISRA-C?
    
    How are we using it for Safety-critical SW?
  - Important Rules of MISRA-C
    
    How to identify and fix them?
  - What is Static Analysis?
    
    Where is Static Analysis in V-cycle?
  - Explaining Errors in Static Analysis (Case Studies)
  - Heuristics Vs Formal Methods
  - Hands-on Examples
5. Unit Testing and Integration TestingW05
  - Unit Testing and Integration Testing
    
    Why do we need it?
  - Why do we need SIL?
  - SIL Levels and Coverage Levels
  - Stub Functions
  - Hands-on Examples
6. Automation and CI/CDW06
  - Overview of Test Automation
  - Introduction to Constructs of Infrastructure for CI/CD
  - Introduction to Git Hub
7. Tool Introduction, Familiarization and Static AnalysisW07
  - Overview of LDRA Toolsuite
  - Analysis Scope Definition
  - UI View and Usage
  - LDRA -Tbrun, Tbvision, and TBReports Overview
8. Unit Testing and Integration TestingW08
  - Unit White Box Testing of Simple Project - (Array, Structure, Pointer, Linked lists)
    
    Adding Test Cases, Executing Tests, and Understanding Test Report
    
    Fixing Defects Detected from Tests
    
    Analyzing Coverage and Adding Test Case to Increase Coverage
    
    Generating Test Cases using Different Techniques
    
    MC/DC, Equivalence Class, Boundary Check, etc., using MCDC Planner
    
    Stubs
  - Unit Blackbox Testing of Simple Project
    
    Adding Test Cases, Executing Tests, and Understanding Test Report
  - Integration Testing
    
    Adding Test Cases, Executing Tests, and Understanding Test Report
    
    Identifying and Fixing Defects Detected from Tests
05Device Drivers and Serial Communication Protocols7 modules
1. Theoretical Introduction to ARM on-chip peripherals W01
2. Bare metal programming with board bring up W02
3. Driver development for GPIO, UART, SPI, I2C interfacesW03
4. Hands-on Peripheral Interfacing using SPI/I2C Interfaces W04
5. Theoretical Introduction on CAN, Ethernet, ARINCW05
6. CAN Driver Development (Hands-on)W06
7. CAN data analysis and visualization (Hands-on)W07
06ARM Cortex MCU Programming12 modules
1. Day 1 - Introduction to Embedded SystemsW01
  - Introduction to Embedded System
  - ARM Cortex Microcontroller Family
  - Introduction to Embedded System Development Process
    ○ Tool Chain
    ○ Cross-compilation
2. Day 2 - ARM Cortex M4 ArchitectureW02
  - ARM Cortex M4 Architecture (2 hours)
  - Key Features of ARM Cortex M4
  - Key Advantages of ARM cortex M4
    
    ARMV7E-M Architecture
    
    Instruction Set
    
    Processor Data Types
    
    Alignment Support
    
    Digital Signal Processing
    
    Scalability and Power Efficiency
  - Architecture Building Blocks
    
    WIC - Wake up Interrupt Controller
    
    NVIC - External Interrupts 1 to 240
    
    MPU
    
    FPU
    
    Interfaces
    
    Debug
3. Day 3 - Cortex M4 Register & Board Bring-upW03
  - Core Registers
    
    Special purpose Register
    
    Program status Register
    
    Special Purpose Mask Register
    
    Special Purpose Control Register
  - ST Evaluation Board
    
    Board Bring-up and Project Creation
    
    First Program Compilation and Download
    
    Register Set
4. Day 4 - System Timer and Exception ModelW04
  - System Timer (Systick)
    
    System Timer and its Operation
    
    Systick Register and Systick Configuration
  - ARM Cortex V7 Exception Model
    
    Exceptions Supported
    
    Exception Number Definitions
    
    Vector Table and Exception Priorities
    
    Reset Behavior and Stack Alignment on Exception
5. Day 5 - Memory Map and Boot ProcessW05
  - Memory Management for CortexM4
    
    Memory addressing
    
    Code Memory
    
    SRAM
    
    Peripherals
    
    External RAM - (Off-chip memory)
    
    Booting Process
    
    External Reset
    
    Booting Process
6. Day 6 - System Clock & EndiannessW06
  - System Clock Configuration
    
    Three Different Clock Sources (SYSCLK)
    
    HSI 8 MHZ RC Oscillator Clock
    
    HSE Oscillator Clock
    
    PLL Clock
    
    Clock Configuration using STcube
    
    System Clock Initialization using Code
    
    PLL Clock Configuration
  - Endianness
    
    Cortex M4 Endianness
    
    Little and Big Endian
7. Day 7 - Reset and Power ManagementW07
  - Power Control/Operational Modes
    
    Power Supplies
    
    Power Supply Supervisor
    
    Low Power Modes
    
    Sleep Mode
    
    Stop Mode
    
    Standby Mode
    
    Auto-Wakeup Mode from Low Power Mode
  - Resets (ST Cortex M4 Micro)
    
    Power Reset
    
    System Reset
    
    RTC Domain Reset
8. Day 8 - Nested Vectored Interrupt ControllerW08
  - NVIC Operations & NVIC Registers
  - External Interrupt Behavior
  - Interrupt Vector Table
  - Polling vs Interrupt
  - NVIC - Execution of Single Interrupt in Detail
9. Day 9 - Watchdog TimerW09
  - What and Why Watchdog Timer is Required?
  - Hardware and Software Watchdog Timer
  - Independent Watchdog Timer and Window Watchdog Timer
  - Example/Working of Any Watchdog Timer with Example
10. Day 10 - ARM Cortex M4 Microcontroller DMA ProgrammingW10
  - DMA (Direct Memory Access Controller)
    
    Introduction
    
    DMA Main Features
    
    DMA Functional Description
    
    DMA Interrupts
    
    DMa Registers
    
    DMA Interface with UART Communication
11. Day 11 - Bare Metal & ARM BusesW11
  - ARM Core - ST 32
    
    Internal Buses
    
    Instruction Set
    
    Hardware Wise Consideration for ARM Core
    
    Peripheral interfaces with Core
    
    How different Vendors use ARM core for their Products
  - Baremetal Embedded Dev and Make/Linker scripts
    
    bare metal and RTOS
    
    Example of Project Creation using KEIL/ST Cube for Bare Metal and RTOS
    
    Config File Creation & Explanation
    
    Code Optimization Technique
    
    Dis-assembly Listing
12. Day 12 - STM32Fx ARM Cortex M4 Microcontroller Custom Bootloader DevelopmentW12
  - Bootloader
    
    IAP (In-Application programme) Overview
    
    Principle of IAP
    
    IAP Driver Description (Flowchart of IAP)
    
    Running the IAP Driver
    
    IAP Driver Menu
    
    User Programming Conditions (Memory Map )
07Embedded Linux on ARM6 modules
1. IntroductionW01
  - Why Linux?
  - Common Embedded Linux Systems
  - History of Linux
  - Development Model of Linux
  - Open Source vs Closed Source
  - Open Sourcing Licensing Models
  - Gatekeepers of Linux
2. Architecture of Embedded Linux system - Part-1W02
  - Embedded Systems vs Non-Embedded systems
  - Primary bootloader (ROM Code)
  - Secondary bootloader (U-boot)
  - Hardware Architecture.
  - Choosing the right development board
3. Architecture of Embedded Linux System - Part-2W03
  - Embedded Linux Development Setup
  - High-Level Software Architecture
  - Memory Layout and Partitioning
  - Root Filesystem
  - Application Layer
  - Choosing the right Distribution
4. Embedded Hardware Basics Part-1W04
  - Bus Architecture in SoC Design
  - Memory Interfaces
  - Ethernet Interface
  - Wireless Connectivity (BT/WiFi)
  - Power Management
5. Embedded Hardware Basics Part-2W05
  - Touch Screen Interface
  - SPI/I2C Interface
  - Display Interface
  - Reading Schematics
6. Development Tools and Host SetupW06
  - Host Machine Configuration
  - Installing Host Tools
  - Cross Compiler Toolchain
  - Eclipse IDE
08Linux Driver Development12 modules
1. IntroductionW01
  - Introduction to Linux
  - Getting the Kernel Source
  - Kernel Configuration
  - Kernel Building
  - Kernel Installation
  - Kernel Upgradation
2. Linux Kernel ModuleW02
  - Application Vs Kernel Module
  - Hello World Module
  - Compilation - In-tree and out-tree
  - KConfig Framework
  - Loading and Unloading Module
  - Module Parameters
3. Character Driver W03
  - Major and Minor Numbers
  - Data Structures
  - Char Driver Registration
  - File Operations - Open, Release, Read, and Write
  - Testing with User Space Application
4. Debugging TechniquesW04
  - Debug by Printing
  - Debug by Querying
  - Debug by Watching
  - System Faults
5. Concurrency and Race ConditionW05
  - Concurrency
  - Semaphores and Mutex
  - Completions
  - Spinlocks
  - Alternatives to Locking
6. Advanced Character DriverW06
  - Ioctl
  - Blocking I/O
  - Poll
  - Asynchronous Notification
  - Seeking a Device
  - Access Control on Device File
7. Timers and MemoriesW07
  - Jiffies
  - Software Timer
  - Workqueues
  - Tasklets
  - Memories
  - Kmalloc and kzalloc
  - devm_kzalloc
8. BeagleBone BringupW08
  - Cross Compiler
  - Buildroot Setup
  - Uboot - Environmental Variables
  - Parameter Passing to Kernel
  - SD Card and Nand Flash Booting
9. Platform Devices - I2C InterfacingW09
  - Platform Devices and Drivers
  - Device Tree
  - I2C Client Drivers
  - Misc Subsystem
  - Interfacing with MPU6050 Sensor
10. Interrupt HandlerW10
  - Communicating with Hardware
    
    Using I/O Ports
    
    Using I/O Memory
  - Writing the BBB UART Driver
  - Interrupt Handlers
  - Top and Bottom Halves
  - Writing the BBB UART Interrupt Handler
11. Sysfs and GPIO InterfacingW11
  - Device Model - Kobjects and Ksets
  - Sysfs - Creation and different attributes
  - GPIO Subsystem
    
    Legacy Integer-based
    
    Descriptor based on Device Tree
  - GPIO and Sysfs
  - Example Code – Led Interfacing to BBB
12. BeagleBone Network ApplicationW12
  - Network Application
  - HTTP Server
  - Database - Mysql
09Introduction to Physical Modeling using Simscape4 modules
1. Introduction to the Modeling of Complex SystemsW01
  As complex systems have numerous parts interacting with each other, they are difficult to model. Mathematical models can be used to model these complex systems, and provide an understanding of how they function. By using Simscape, engineers can develop physical models, model control systems, and test performance at the system level. It is important for learners to understand complex system modeling using Simulink, and physical system modeling using Simscape.
  
  This week will cover
  - Importance of mathematical modeling
  - Block diagram approach & model-based design for engineering systems
  - Basics of the Simulink environment
  - Creating a simple model
  - Obtaining results
  - Basics of various Simulink toolboxes
2. Simulation Configuration and SimscapeW02
  Simscape is used to develop models that represent physical systems in the Simulink environment. It also lets users assess system-level performance. When setting up a model for simulation on Simulink, there are specific configurations to be followed. It is important for learners to understand how to model and configure simulations using Simscape.
  
  This week will cover
  - How models run in Simulink
  - Types of solvers
  - Model configuration
  - Continuous & discrete-time systems
  - Timestep
  - Solving ordinary differential equations (ODEs)
  - Physical modeling using Simscape
3. Simulink with Script and WorkspaceW03
  Simulink and MATLAB are closely integrated as Simulink models can be developed, solved, and interacted with by using MATLAB scripts. These script files have a series of statements with commands and functions that can be carried out at runtime. Simulink models can also access the MATLAB Base Workspace and Model Workspace to identify required parameters. It is important for learners to understand how MATLAB and Simulink are interfaced.
  
  This week will cover
  - Using a script file with Simulink models
  - Creating a subsystem
  - Variant subsystem
  - Projects
  - Template
  - Lookup tables
  - Running simulation in steps
4. Stateflow for Control LogicW04
  Stateflow is used to elaborate on how MATLAB and Simulink respond to events, time-based variables, and input signals. It is a graphical programming platform based on finite state machines that can be used by engineers to design control logic. It is important for learners to understand the use of Stateflow in engineering applications.
  
  This week will cover
  - Control logic for engineering applications
  - Using a finite state machine
  - Making logic diagrams
10Software Verification and Validation and System Testing for Model-Based Development10 modules
1. Role of MBD as per V Cycle and ASPICE Process OverviewW01
  - Introduction to Model-Based Development
  - Overview of Software Development Lifecycle
  - V Cycle in Automotive Embedded Software Development
  - ASPICE Process Overview
  - ASPICE Maturity Levels
  - Stakeholders in Software Engineering Process Group
2. Japanese MATLAB Automotive Advisory Board (JMAAB)W02
  - JMAAB:
    
    Style Guidelines Overview
    
    Guidelines for Model Configuration Parameters
    
    Guidelines for Model Architecture
    
    Guidelines for Naming Conventions
    
    Guidelines for Simulink Blocks
    
    Guidelines for Stateflow Blocks
3. Simulink Requirement ManagerW03
  - Understanding Software Requirements and Requirement Elicitation
  - Introduction to Simulink Requirement Toolbox
  - Converting Requirements into Model
    
    Requirement Tagging and Traceability in MATLAB Simulink Environment
  - Requirement Management Offline
4. Fixed Point Toolbox in MATLAB SimulinkW04
  - Introduction to:
    
    Fixed-Point Data Types
    
    Floating-Point Data Types
    
    Range
    
    Precision
    
    Scaling
    
    Fixed Point Data Type
    
    Floating Point Data Type
  - Defining Signal Range and Scaling Factor in MATLAB Simulink
  - Introduction to Fixed Point Toolbox in MATLAB Simulink
5. Control Algorithm Development for TFT Cluster Display for SpeedometerW05
  - Requirement Elicitation using Requirement Manager Toolbox
  - Model Development as per JMAAB Guidelines
  - Signal and parameter Fixing using Fixed-Point Toolbox
  - Model Advisor Check
6. Simulink Design Verifier ToolboxW06
  - Introduction to Simulink Design Verifier Toolbox
  - Introduction to Different Modes of Design Verifier
    
    Design Error Detection
  - Introduction to Different Modes of Design Verifier
    
    Test Generation and Property Proving Methods
  - Analyzing SLDV Results
    
    Dead Logic and Falsified Conditions
7. Introduction to Testing Theories and Coverage AnalysisW07
  - Difference Between Verification & Validation
  - Types of Functional Testing:
    
    Unit Testing
    
    Functional Testing
    
    Integration Testing
  - Types of Coverage and Coverage Analysis Report
  - Functional Test Criteria Creation Process
8. Model in Loop ValidationW08
  - Introduction to Model in Loop Validation
  - Analyzing Simulink Test Report
  - Test Automation Creation and Test Coverage using Simulink Design Verifier
9. Polyspace Static Code AnalysisW09
  - Introduction to Polyspace Static Code Analysis
  - Polyspace Bug Finder Overview
  - Polyspace Code Prover Overview
  - Functional Validation using Software in Loop
10. Simulink Test Manager ToolboxW10
  - Introduction to Simulink Test Manager Toolbox
  - Setting up Simulink
    
    Test File
    
    Test Suite
  - Automating Test Reports Creation using Simulink Test Manager
  - Baseline Testing and Back to Back Testing using Simulink Test Manager
11Introduction to Hybrid Electric Vehicle using MATLAB and Simulink4 modules
1. Traction Power Equations, Driving Cycle & Importance of ModellingW01
  - The following topics are discussed this week.
    
    Vehicle Response for Different Drive Cycle Patterns
    
    Wide-open Throttle Calculations
    
    Vehicle Power Requirement Calculations
    
    Rolling Resistance
    
    Air Drag
    
    Hill Climbing
    
    Acceleration Forces
    
    Driving Patterns
    
    Vehicle Testing Standards
    
    Important Terms and Definitions Related to Driving Cycle
    
    Energy Expenditure Calculation
2. Hybrid Electric Vehicle ArchitectureW02
  - The advanced simulator tool (ADVISOR tool) is discussed this week, which gives an idea of a detailed profile for vehicle modeling and reasoning.
  - Also, the following topics are covered:
    
    Different Configurations of Power Train Components
    
    Battery Electric Vehicle
    
    Hybrid Electric Vehicle: Series, Parallel, and Series-Parallel
    
    MATLAB Simulation
    
    ADVISOR and Powertrain Block Set
    
    Various Modeling Options and Control Strategies
3. Electric Motors and Power Converters For PropulsionW03
  - In this week, the following topics are covered:
    
    Electrical Engineering Terminologies
    
    Fundamentals of DC and AC Motors
    
    Working Principle, Characteristics, and Control
    
    Understanding Power Electronics
    
    Basic DC Converter Circuit Operation
    
    Power Devices and Switching Losses
    
    Power Electronic Control of PMDC, PMBLDC, and Induction Motor
    
    Inverter Operation, Sine PWM, Variable Frequency Control
    
    Review of Induction Motor Controller
    
    Connections and Features
    
    Limitations of Variable Frequency Control
    
    Introduction to Vector Control
4. Braking of Electrical Motors & Motor Efficiency PlotsW04
  - The following topics are covered this week:
    
    Braking Requirements of the Vehicle
    
    Methods of Braking of DC and Induction Motors
    
    Regenerative Braking and Dynamic Braking
    
    Electrical and Mechanical Brakes Coordination
    
    Braking Control Strategies
12Introduction to Battery Technology for Electric Vehicle10 modules
1. Energy and electrochemistryW01
  - Sources of energy for propulsion & their comparison: Net Calorific Value & Conversion efficiency
  - History and background of battery technology
  - Electrochemistry fundamentals & terminologies
  - Lithium-ion battery and different chemistries
2. Important terms and characteristicsW02
  - Portable power applications and electrical load requirements
  - Factors affecting the choice of EV battery systems
  - Commercially available lithium-ion cells
  - Electrical characteristics of battery: Capacity, C-rate, impedance, DOD, SOC, SOH, Life cycles, Mechanical characteristics, Form factor, Safety
3. Mathematical ModellingW03
  In this week, the following topics are covered:
  - Reading cell manufacturer’s specifications
  - Cell characterization
  - Tools and standard testing
  - Battery capacity estimation algorithms
  - Electrical equivalent circuit & mathematical model in MATLAB
4. Battery Pack ConstructionW04
  In this week, the following topics are covered:
  - Battery modules and complete battery pack system
  - Assembly methods
  - Electrical connections
  - Cell level protection system
  - Battery pack level protection system
  - Understanding laptop battery pack system
5. New Energy Storage Technologies W05
  In this week, the following topics are covered:
  - Other energy sources: New battery technologies, Ultracapacitor, Fuel cell, Flywheel
  - Hybridization of energy storage systems
6. Battery Management System: IntroductionW06
  In this week, the following topics are covereed:
  - Battery pack requirements: Measurement
  - Protection and management
  - Cell balancing
  - Battery pack electronics
  - Battery Management System (BMS): Functionality, technology and topology (centralized, modular, master-slave, distributed)
7. Battery Management System: DesignW07
  In this week, the following topics are covered:
  - BMS Application Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC) selection
  - Analog BMS design
  - Digital BMS design
  - BMS deploying: Installing, testing and troubleshooting
8. Battery ChargingW08
  In this week, the following topics are covered:
  - Battery charge management
  - MATLAB simulation of battery charging circuit
  - Charger circuit overview
  - EV charging technology review
  - Charging behavior: life cycle & safety
9. Thermal ManagementW09
  In this week, the following topics are covered:
  - Types of temperature sensors
  - Thermal management system
  - Thermal model of battery pack
  - Drive cycle simulation and vehicle range estimation
  - Cooling materials and methods
10. Recent Trends and EconomyW10
  In this week, the following topics are covered:
  - Communication systems for battery pack
  - Review of electric car battery pack
  - Important considerations
  - Recent trends: Grid level energy storage
  - Solar & wind integration
  - Recycling and pricing

Industry projects

23 projects
you'll ship.

Our projects are designed by experts in the industry to reflect industry standards. By working through our projects, Learners will gain a practical understanding of what they will take on at a larger-scale in the industry. In total, there are 23 Projects that are available in this program.

Introduction to Hybrid Electric Vehicle using MATLAB and Simulink

Modelling of Electric Vehicle Using DC Motor Drive

In this project, the students will model an electric car using MATLAB. The MATLAB model of the car uses a lithium-ion battery and a DC motor. Students will use suitable blocks from…

Introduction to Hybrid Electric Vehicle using MATLAB and Simulink

Design of Electric Powertrain

The project objective is to design an electric powertrain that is capable of towing an aircraft. Here, the students will design an Electric Powertrain with a type of motor, its pow…

Embedded Linux on ARM

Implementation of Complementary Filter Application

A complementary filter application running on the Embedded linux environment to fuse the Accelerometer and Gyro Values of MPU6050 is implemented.

Embedded Linux on ARM

Implementation of Character device

Implement a Character Device driver for the customized Embedded linux

AVR Bare Metal Programming- Live Sessions

DC Motor Control Using L293 Driver

During this project work, the learners will implement a DC motor control using an L293 driver and print the running status of the motor on an LCD screen. Also, they will simulate t…

AVR Bare Metal Programming- Live Sessions

Interfacing HC-SR04 Ultrasonic Sensor with Atmega328p

During this project work, the learners will interface the HC-SR04 ultrasonic sensor with an Atmega 328P. This hardware can be used for rear parking assistance. They will also simul…

Linux Driver Development

Develop a Full-Featured Character Driver as a Loaded Module

In this project, the students will be developing a full-featured character driver as a loaded module. The module should be added to the kernel configuration Kconfig build system wi…

Linux Driver Development

Design and Development of a Web-based Temperature Control System using BeagleBone Black

In this project, the learners will design and develop a web-based temperature control system using the BeagleBone Black. The students will submit a complete, deployable embedded Io…

Software Verification and Validation and System Testing for Model-Based Development

TFT Cluster Speedometer Display

Students are required to consider the vehicle speed CAN input, and apply a standard vehicle speed averaging process. After averaging, the vehicle speed should be considered as one …

Software Verification and Validation and System Testing for Model-Based Development

Coolant Temperature Meter SWC Development

Students are required to consider the engine coolant temperature signal CAN input (calculated in degrees Celsius from another ECU) and apply the standard averaging process. After a…

Fundamentals of Embedded Systems

Interfacing a 16*2 LCD with 2 Arduino’s using (I2C) Communication Protocol

In this project, learners will have to interface a 16*2 LCD display with two Arduino microcontroller boards. Learners will have to configure communication between the Arduino and 1…

Fundamentals of Embedded Systems

Measuring the Distance of an Object Using Ultrasonic Sensor

Learners will have to measure the distance of an object using an ultrasonic sensor, and enhance the sensor data using the moving average filter. In addition to this, learners will …

+ 11 more projects in the full syllabus

Placements

233 learners placed
from this program.

Companies: 130
Median CTC: 4 LPA

20264.5 LPA

PELLETRONIX

Embedded Engineer

Sarath

20253.5 LPA

Nordex group

Control Engineer

Rithish E.

20252.4 LPA

Alfresco

Design Intern

Satyaki G.

20254.2 LPA

iOrbit Digital Technologies

Embedded Engineer

Divakar

20255.2 LPA

TEPL

Embedded Engineer

Ahmed R.

20242.5 LPA

Transcal

Callibration Enginer

Sai P.

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Will I be able to get an e-verification after completing the PG embedded system course ?

You will get an e-verified profile after completing the course, which you can share on platforms like LinkedIn.

Will I get any support if I have questions?

Yes, you can approach a skilled expert through email, group video, forum, and telephone support to get your doubts cleared.

What will be the mode of delivery of the course?

The embedded systems certification course will be delivered to you online.

Will I get a chance to work on any projects during the course?

Yes, you will work on multiple projects for completing the embedded training.

How long will I get access to the course if I subscribe to the premium plan?

You will get lifetime access to the embedded system design course.

What is an embedded system?

An embedded system is a blend of hardware systems with software applications built to perform specific tasks.

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