ELEC 237 Introduction to Microprocessors and Microcontrollers

5 credits

Introduces the microcontroller and its applications. Students learn how to program, analyze, troubleshoot, interface, and design electronic systems based on micro-technology, including industrial, consumer, and microcomputer systems.

Prerequisites: ELEC 211 as either a prerequisite or corequisite

Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Describe the basic functions of the microprocessor
Identify and describe basic microprocessor architecture
Create simple programs using computer instruction sets and block diagrams
Describe the operation and use of a microcontroller
Successfully create complex microcontroller applications both in hardware and software.
Download and run programs on an evaluation board
Implement a systemic approach to solving a control problem using modern micro-processing devices

Total Hours: 70 Theory (Lecture) Hours: 30 Guided Practice (Lab or Clinical) Hours: 40