Explain the importance of security in embedded networks.

1. To illustrate how digital circuits and microprocessors can be used in devices whose primary function is not computing;

2. To show how software can be applied in the wider context of electronics;

3. To show students how the operation of large systems can be greatly simplified using a combination of digital circuits, microprocessors and software;

4. To explain the importance of security in embedded networks.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, students should be able to:

1. Design cost-effective digital or microprocessor systems that are used to monitor or control machines such as generators and air conditioners;

2. Develop efficient computer programs in C or assembly language that interact with the various on-chip and off-chip devices, in order to perform tasks such as closed loop control;

3. Work with embedded systems hardware and software tools, such as cross compilers and evaluation/ development kits;

4. Work with off-the-shelf kernels and operating systems with real time features.