ECE 5466
Embedded Computer Systems
This course introduces the design principles, analysis methods and case studies of microprocessor-based and time-critical embedded systems, such as sensor and actuator networks, multimedia devices, mobile phones, and avionics. Topics include real-time operating systems, processor scheduling, performance control, resource management, power-aware design, energy optimization, etc. Prereq: 5362, or Grad standing in Engr. Not open to students with credit for 8194.03.
Topics
- real-time operating systems
- processor scheduling
- performance control
- resource management
- power-aware design
- energy optimization
Topics explicitly listed in official catalogue description
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗Current public catalogue; retrieved 2026-11-05
Catalogue variants
- Embedded Computer Systems · 3 units · Graduate
- Embedded Computer Systems · 3 units · Undergraduate