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Page 1: MIC 117 Microprocessor Systems

Unit Reference: MIC117UNIT TITLE: Microprocessor Systems CREDIT POINTS: 15

LEVEL: 1 (H1) UNIT VALUE: 1.0

Parent Course: HNC/D Engineering Programme Delivering Faculty: SEFDate validated: May 1999

TOTAL STUDENT WORKLOAD

Students are required to attend and participate in all the formal timetabled sessions for the unit. Students are also expected to manage their directed learning and independent study in support of the unit.

Where normal timetabled sessions do not take place, additional directed learning may be provided, and/or students are expected to undertake additional independent learning.

PRE-REQUISITES

None

UNIT DESCRIPTION

This unit is designed as a first-level introduction to microprocessor-based systems. Coverage includes all of the components required in a simple microprocessor-based system, types of microprocessor, typical applications, software development and interfacing a microcomputer-based system. The unit will culminate with a practical assignment, the students designing, building and testing a simple embedded system.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

To achieve this unit a student must:

1 Investigate microprocessor-based systems.2 Produce software for a microprocessor-based system.3 Interface microprocessor-based systems.

The unit will be used for demonstrating Common Skills typically in Applying Technology, Communicating and Applying Design & Creativity although other skills may be assessed.

AREAS OF STUDY

Microcomputer hardware: CPU, ROM, RAM and input/output devices. Comparison of microprocessors and applications: dedicated/embedded, CISC and RISC processors.

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Microcomputer software: Design, implement and test software to meet a given specification. Utilise appropriate development tools i.e. assembler/compiler and emulator.

Interface devices: Serial and parallel interface devices and standards.

TEACHING AND LEARNING STRATEGY

The core principles and concepts of the unit are introduced through a series of lectures. These concepts are further developed and applied through small group sessions. Software packages are available for students to program and emulate microprocessor-based systems. All practical work will be recorded in a laboratory logbook. The practical work will culminate in the students designing and building a simple embedded system.

ASSESSMENT

In-unit Assessment(s)

IU1 Weighting 50%Assessment Type Laboratory Logbook and attendanceSpecial Facilities Faculty Computer LaboratoryDuration In-courseAdditional details No referral of this element in possible over the summer period

IU2 Weighting 50%Assessment Type Written design assignment with practical demonstrationSpecial Facilities Faculty Computer LaboratoryDuration In-courseAdditional details No referral of this element in possible over the summer period

ASSESSMENT STRATEGY

To assist learning the assessment process is designed to provide the student with timely and regular formative feedback. The objectives of the small group teaching sessions are designed such that the Learning Outcomes of the unit may be assessed on more than one occasion byusing evidence available in logbooks. Attendance at laboratory sessions is a pre-requisite for the validation of any work assessed through logbook entries.

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OUTCOMES AND ASSESSMENT CRITERIA

Outcomes Assessment criteria Suggested Assessment Method

To achieve each outcome a student must demonstrate the ability to: Logbook Assign-

ment

1 Investigate micro-processor based systems

compare type of microprocessor-based system investigate three typical applications of

microprocessor systems

XX

2 Produce software for a micro-processor 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

X

X

X

X

X

X

3 Interface micro-processor 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

X

X

X

X

X

X

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INDICATIVE READING

Core Text

Sibigtroth J

Understanding Small Microcontrollers

Motorola, 1995

Recommended Reading

Vranesic and Zaky

Understanding Small Microcontrollers

McGraw Hill, 1996

Willis N

Computer -Architecture and Communications (2nd Edition)

Cambridge University Press 1993

Unit Author: S Wellingtonmicrosys.wpd