This course aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of embedded operating systems and their role in embedded system development. Participants will learn about the principles, concepts, and practical aspects of working with operating systems in embedded environments.
- Understand the fundamentals of embedded operating systems.
- Learn about real-time operating systems (RTOS) and their applications.
- Gain practical knowledge of developing and optimizing embedded applications.
- Explore concepts of multitasking, memory management, and device drivers in the embedded context.
- Develop hands-on skills in building and deploying applications on embedded platforms.
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Introduction to Embedded Systems
- Characteristics and challenges of embedded systems
- Embedded system components and architecture
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Embedded Operating Systems Basics
- Types of embedded operating systems
- Kernel and system services
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Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS)
- Real-time scheduling and task management
- Synchronization and inter-process communication in RTOS
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Memory Management in Embedded Systems
- Memory types and organization
- Memory allocation strategies
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Device Drivers and Kernel Configuration
- Device driver architecture and implementation
- Kernel configuration and customization
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Multitasking and Concurrency
- Task scheduling and context switching
- Concurrency control mechanisms
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Embedded Application Development
- Building and deploying applications on embedded platforms
- Optimization techniques for embedded applications
- Basic understanding of computer architecture and operating systems.
- Familiarity with C/C++ programming languages.
- Knowledge of embedded systems concepts is beneficial but not mandatory.
- Textbooks:
- "Embedded Systems: Architecture, Programming, and Design" by Raj Kamal
- "Operating System Concepts" by Abraham Silberschatz, Peter B. Galvin, and Greg Gagne