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This course is designed to provide students with an overview of the unique concepts and techniques needed to design and implement computer systems having real-time response requirements in an embedded environment. It will contrast the concepts and techniques of real time and embedded systems with those of more traditional computer systems. Topics include: Basic concepts of real time and embedded systems, hardware features, programming languages, real time operating systems, synchronization techniques, performance optimization, and current trends in real time and embedded systems such as incorporating internet connectivity.


Credits: 3:0:0:3
Pre-Requisite: Knowledge of ``C'', Pascal or other programming language and a basic understanding of computer architecture.
Co-Requisite: none
Notes: none