Course Code: advcforemb
Duration: 24 hours
Prerequisites:

  • Basic Programming Knowledge: Familiarity with programming fundamentals, especially in C or a similar language, is highly recommended.

  • Understanding of Embedded Systems: A foundational understanding of embedded systems' principles, architectures, and their applications would be advantageous.

  • Technical Background: A background in computer science, engineering, or related technical fields would aid in grasping the course material effectively.

  • Familiarity with C Language: Participants should have a solid grasp of the C programming language, including memory allocation, data types, pointers, and basic programming constructs.

  • Interest in Embedded Systems Development: A genuine interest in developing software for embedded systems and an eagerness to learn and apply advanced concepts in this field.

  • Computer Literacy: Basic computer literacy and familiarity with development environments/tools will be beneficial for practical exercises and programming tasks

Overview:

Overview

This comprehensive training course offers an in-depth exploration of Advanced C Programming tailored specifically for Embedded Systems. Designed to meet the demands of modern embedded development, this program equips participants with the fundamental knowledge and advanced techniques necessary to excel in the field.

Course Objectives:

  1. Foundational Understanding: Delve into the core principles of embedded systems programming in C, covering memory allocation, data types, pointers, bitwise operations, and optimization methods.
  2. Essential Embedded Concepts: Gain insight into essential embedded system components including registers, memory types, I/O ports, communication protocols (CAN, SPI, UART), interrupts, exceptions, timers, ADC, and power management.
  3. Practical Implementation: Learn practical application through hands-on exercises addressing controller pin limitations, electronics fundamentals, signal observations, data coherence, task scheduling, and double buffer systems.
  4. Advanced Programming Techniques: Explore advanced programming concepts such as state machines, hardware/software synchronizations, stack management, interrupt handling, and function pointers in embedded systems.
  5. Optimization and Best Practices: Understand code optimization strategies for speed and size, effective debugging techniques, unit testing strategies, and adherence to safety standards including MISRA rules.

Course Structure:

  • Day 1: Establish a solid foundation in embedded C programming, covering theoretical aspects, memory management, data types, and fundamental embedded concepts.
  • Day 2: Focuses on practical application and advanced techniques, diving deeper into practical implementations, handling limitations, signal observations, and introducing more advanced embedded programming concepts.
  • Day 3: Explores advanced programming techniques, optimization strategies, and best practices. Participants will engage in hands-on exercises to optimize code, implement effective debugging, and ensure adherence to safety standards.

Who Should Attend:

This course is designed for software engineers, developers, and professionals aspiring to enhance their expertise in embedded systems programming using the C language. It's ideal for those working in international teams or seeking to venture into embedded systems development.

Outcome:

Upon completion, participants will have gained a comprehensive understanding of advanced C programming for embedded systems, enabling them to effectively navigate complex challenges, develop optimized code, and adhere to best practices in embedded software development

Course Outline:

Day 1: Theoretical Foundations and Embedded Fundamentals

Part 1: Understanding Embedded Systems Programming

  1. Introduction to Programming in C and Embedded Systems
  2. Memory Allocation, Data Types, and Optimization Methods
  3. Pointers, Casting, and Bitwise Operations
  4. Exploring Data Structures, Macros, and Special Considerations in Embedded Programming

Part 2: Core Embedded Fundamentals

  1. Registers, Memory Types, and Endianness
  2. Input/Output Ports and Communication Protocols (CAN, SPI, UART)
  3. Interrupts, Exceptions, and Timers (Watchdog, PWM)
  4. Analog-to-Digital Conversion (ADC), Power Management, and Controller Pin Limitations

Day 2: Practical Application and Advanced Concepts

Part 3: Practical Implementation in Embedded Systems

  1. Electronics Basics for Embedded Systems
  2. Signal Output Observations, Synchronization, and Data Acquisition
  3. Task Scheduling, Interrupt-Based Structures, and Critical Sections
  4. Data Coherence, Double Buffer Systems, and System Startup

Part 4: Advancing Embedded Concepts

  1. State Machines in Embedded Systems
  2. Hardware and Software Synchronization Techniques
  3. Stack Management, Stack Overflow, and Debugging Strategies

Day 3: Advanced Programming and Optimization

Part 5: Advanced Programming Techniques

  1. System Programming, I/O Operations, and Interrupt Handling
  2. Developing State Machines and Working with Step-by-Step Motors
  3. Function Pointers, Callbacks, and Abstract Data Types Implementation

Part 6: Optimization, Design Principles, and Best Practices

  1. Concurrent Programming, Thread Safety, and Resource Management
  2. Principles of Good Design: Open-Close Principle and Meyer's Rules of Modularity
  3. Code Optimization Strategies, Debugging Methods, and Unit Testing Approaches
  4. Ensuring Safety and Adhering to MISRA Rules