Design and Prototype Embedded Computer Systems
CO218 Online course
Discover embedded system design and work your way through the product design lifecycle.
Skip to course bookingOn this course, you will explore how embedded systems are used in the world around us.
You will learn what makes an embedded system different from a general purpose system (such as a PC) and discover how embedded systems are specialised for a particular use case.
As you explore the iterative design process, you will discover how the purpose of a system affects how it is designed, from choosing its components to the look of the final product. You will also investigate the design of an algorithm and, ultimately, design your own embedded system.
Who is it for?
This course is for current or prospective teachers of computer science who have some understanding of computer science principles.
Topics covered
- Difference between general purpose and embedded systems
- Example embedded systems
- Design your own embedded system
How long is this course?
This is approximately 8 hours of self-directed learning.
How will you learn?
This course is not facilitated. You can learn independently or with colleagues to directly address your individual needs.
Outcomes
By the end of the course, you‘ll be able to...
- Compare embedded systems to general-purpose systems
- Investigate the design of a smartwatch as an example of an embedded system
- Apply a design process to both an algorithm and a whole product
- Develop a prototype of an embedded system
This course is part of the KS3 and GCSE Computer Science subject knowledge certificate
Key stage 3 and GCSE Computer Science certificate
Our certificate is designed to help you develop or refresh your computer science subject knowledge.
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