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Development of Microcontroller Based Systems (GAINBAN-MIKROVRE-1)

Basic data

Name and type of the study programme

Computer Science Engineering, undergraduate program

Curriculum

2026

Classes / consultation hours

2 + 0 + 2 (L+S+Labs)

Credits

5 credits

Theory – Practice

Theory: 50%, Practice: 50%

Recommended semester

Semester 5

Study mode

full-time

Prerequisites

Introduction to Microprocessor Systems

Evaluation type

Mid-term evaluation

Course category

Compulsory elective in the specialization

Language

English

Instructors

Responsible instructor

Dr. Csík Norbert

Responsible department

Department of Information Technologies

Instructor(s)

Dr. Drenyovszki Rajmund

Checked by

Kovács Márk

Course objectives

The aim of the course is to introduce students to the fundamentals of microcontrollers and the basic principles of system development using microcontroller-based systems.

Course content

Lectures

- General architecture of microcontrollers. - Characteristics of internal peripherals. - Operation of microcontroller internal peripherals. - Configuration of microcontroller internal peripherals for various applications. - Communication protocols and the interfacing of internal units with external devices and systems. - Wired and wireless communication methods. - System design using microcontrollers. - Structure and design of state machines. - Implementation of state machines on microcontrollers. - Steps of hardware design. - Circuit schematics and printed circuit boards (PCBs). - Introduction to implementation on printed circuit boards. - Analysis of the components and operation of completed systems.

Labs

- Introduction to microcontroller programming. - Basic applications (e.g., LED blinking). - C/C++ language constructs for microcontroller programming. - Programming and configuration of peripherals for various applications. - Serial communication (USART/UART). - State machines (switch-case structures and function pointers). - Programming interrupts and timers. - SPI, I²C, and USB communication protocols. - Wireless communication options (ESP32 Bluetooth and Wi-Fi). - System design using microcontrollers. - Hardware and software design processes. - Printed circuit board (PCB) implementation. - Midterm examination (programming and written test).

Acquired competences

Knowledge

- Has knowledge of the scientific principles and methods required for the study and practice of the field of information technology, including mathematics, physics, and other natural sciences. - Has knowledge of the operation of the hardware and software components of information systems, the technologies used for their implementation, the methods for solving tasks arising from their operation, and the possibilities for integrating information systems with other technical systems.

Skills

- Is capable of independently acquiring advanced knowledge in specific areas of engineering informatics based on previously acquired fundamental knowledge, processing relevant technical literature, and applying this knowledge to solve information technology–related problems. - Engages in continuous professional development and keeps abreast of advances and emerging trends in the field of information technology.

Attitude

- Represents the professional principles and values of the engineering and information technology disciplines with integrity and credibility. - Is open to exploring other fields that make use of information technology tools and to developing IT-based solutions in collaboration with specialists from those fields. - Strives for efficient and high-quality work performance.

Autonomy and responsibilities

–

Requirements, evaluation and grading

Mid-term study requirements

Attendance at classes and completion of the assigned design and programming tasks.

Generative AI usage

Use of GAI tools is not permitted for solving assignments. This means GAI tools cannot be used to complete formative or summative assessments, and using GAI constitutes academic misconduct. The use of AI tools for spelling and grammar checking does not fall under this prohibition.

Study aids, laboratory background

Dedicated laboratory equipped with microcontroller development boards.

Readings

Compulsory readings

[1] Geoffrey Brown: Discovering the STM32 Microcontroller (2016), http://www.cs.indiana.edu/~geobrown/book.pdf