Microprocessor Systems

Who is the course for?
The aim of this module is to provide students with an understanding of microprocessor-based systems and their use in instrumentation/control/communication systems.

What will I study?

Investigate microprocessor-based systems

• Compare types of microprocessor-based systems
• Investigate three typical applications of microprocessor-based systems.

Produce software for a microprocessor-based system

• Design software to a given specification using a structured design technique
• Write programs to implement designs using an appropriate computer language
• Test software to ensure it meets the given specification

Interface microprocessor-based systems

• Interface external devices to a microprocessor-based system using a programmable parallel interface device
• Interface external devices to a microprocessor-based system using a programmable serial interface device
• Design and build a simple non-programmable parallel port
• Interface external devices to a microprocessor-based system using the parallel port

Assessment Outcomes: At the end of these modules the student should be able to demonstrate a practical capacity to carry out the tasks listed to a commercially acceptable standard, applying principles correctly in context but may not yet have developed a deep understanding of the theoretical underpinning of the subject. Optional assessments are included.

How will the course be delivered?

The course runs for a maximum of 1 week – 9am until 7pm.

It is essential that all attendees:

1. Are competent with maths (No lower than GCSE Grade C)
2. Have a good level of written and spoken English
3. Have some understanding/experience of underlying concepts of engineering

The college operates a no refunds policy as detailed below. Cancellations and transfer requests are subject to the following conditions:

• More than 4 weeks notice – no charge
• 4 weeks notice – 30% of the cost
• 2-3 weeks notice – 50% of the cost
• 1-2 weeks notice – 75% of the cost
• Less than 1 weeks notice – 100% of the cost

All cancellations must be made in writing and are subject to a £10 administration charge. The full fee’s policy is available on request.

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£500 per person
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