EMBEDDED SYSTEMS PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
BIL322	EMBEDDED SYSTEMS	5	4	3	6

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
Level of the Course Unit :	BACHELOR'S DEGREE, TYY: + 6.Level, EQF-LLL: 6.Level, QF-EHEA: First Cycle
Type of the Course :	Elective
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Assist.Prof. OĞUZHAN ÖZTAŞ
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit	Prof. ABDULSAMET HAŞILOĞLU
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	Fundamental Understanding of Embedded Systems: To provide students with a solid understanding of the fundamental principles and components of embedded systems. Hands-on Learning with the Arduino Platform: To provide practical skills using the Arduino microcontroller platform and to reinforce theoretical knowledge with real-world applications. Problem Solving and Design Skills: To provide students with the skills to analyze and develop solutions to real-world problems related to embedded systems. Multi-disciplinary Approach: To provide students with an understanding of the relationship between embedded systems and other disciplines such as computer engineering, electronics engineering, and software engineering.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Introduction to Embedded Systems: Definition, types, application areas, and importance of embedded systems. Introduction to the Arduino Platform: Arduino hardware, IDE software, and basic programming. Sensors and Actuators: Teaching how to use various sensors and actuators with Arduino. Circuit Design and Prototyping: Designing simple electronic circuits and prototyping on a breadboard. Programming and Software Development: C/C++ based programming for Arduino, code structure, libraries, and debugging techniques. Communication Protocols in Embedded Systems: Explanation of commonly used communication protocols in embedded systems such as UART, SPI, I2C. Real World Applications: Application examples in areas such as home automation, robotics, IoT (Internet of Things). Security and Reliability: Addressing security and reliability issues in embedded systems. Project-Based Learning: Students design and present their own embedded system projects at the end of the semester.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Basic Knowledge: Ability to define basic concepts about embedded systems and Arduino.
Hardware Knowledge: Ability to learn about and use different sensors, motors, and other hardware components.
Software Development: Ability to write code and develop projects using basic programming languages ​​in the Arduino IDE.
Project Development: Ability to plan, implement and evaluate results of embedded systems projects.
Problem Solving: Ability to develop embedded system solutions to real-world problems.
Collaboration and Communication: Ability to collaborate effectively within a team and deliver projects.
Current Developments: Ability to follow current technologies and developments in the field of embedded systems.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Arduino IDE	Introduction to Arduino, its history and areas of use. Installation and configuration of Arduino IDE. First program: Writing a "Hello World" LED flashing program. Introducing Tinkercad, adding students to the created class, designing a tinkercad circuit.	-
2	Basic Electronic Components	Introducing basic electronic components such as resistors, capacitors, LEDs and buttons. Teaching how to set up a circuit on a breadboard.	-
3	Arduino Programming Basics	Basic programming concepts such as variables, loops, and conditional statements. Write a simple LED control program.	-
4	Sensors	Different types of sensors (temperature, humidity, motion) and how to use them. Reading sensor data and displaying it on the serial monitor.	-
5	Engine Control	How to control DC and servo motors. Writing a simple program for motor control.	-
6	Piezo buzzer	Generating sound using piezo buzzer. Writing a simple program that plays a melody.	-
7	I2C and SPI Protocols	Basics of I2C and SPI communication protocols. Controlling an I2C LCD display.	-
8	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
9	Wireless Communication	Wireless communication basics using RF, Bluetooth and WiFi modules. Developing a simple Bluetooth control application.	-
10	IoT Projects	Introducing the concept of Internet of Things (IoT). Making a simple IoT weather station.	-
11	Advanced Sensor Applications	Use of advanced sensors for environmental data collection and analysis. Fundamentals of data visualization.	-
12	Robotics Projects	Basics of robotics with Arduino. Detailed demonstration of how to make a simple robot.	-
13	Energy Management	Battery usage and energy management. Designing a system powered by solar panels.	-
14	Project Development	Guidance for students to design and develop their own projects. Brainstorm and plan project ideas.	-
15	Project Presentations	Students present their projects to the class. Project evaluation and feedback.	-
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
Herkes için Arduino / Gökhan Su, 2019.

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method
Mid-Term Exam	1	30
Homework Assessment	1	10
Practice	1	5
Short Exam	1	5
Final Exam	1	50
TOTAL	5	100

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

KNOWLEDGE
Theoretical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Explains the fundamental engineering concepts of computer science and relates them to the groundwork of computer science.						5

KNOWLEDGE
Factual
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Uses theoretical and practical knowledge coming from mathematics, probability, statistics and various other branches of life sciences, to find solutions to engineering problems.						5

SKILLS
Cognitive
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Determines the components and the underlying process of a system and designs an appropriate computational model under reasonable constraints.						5
2	Designs a computer-aided conceptual model with modern techniques.						5

SKILLS
Practical
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Determines, detects and analyzes the areas of computer science applications and develops appropriate solutions.						5
2	Identifies, models and solves computer engineering problems by applying appropriate analytical methods.						5
3	Determines and uses the necessary information technologies in an efficient way for engineering applications.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Autonomy & Responsibility
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Possess the responsibility and ability to design and conduct experiments for engineering problems by collecting, analyzing and interpreting data.						5
2	Possess the ability to conduct effective individual study.					4
3	Takes responsibility as a team work and contributes in an effective way.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Learning to Learn
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Monitors the developments in the field of information technologies by means of internet and related journals and possess the required knowledge for the management, control, development and security of information technologies.					4
2	Develops positive attitude towards lifelong learning.					4

OCCUPATIONAL
Communication & Social
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Communicates effectively by oral and/or written form and uses at least one foreign language.			2
2	Possess sufficient consciousness about the issues of project management, practical applications and also environmental protection, worker's health and security.						5

OCCUPATIONAL
Occupational and/or Vocational
	Programme Learning Outcomes	Level of Contribution
		0	1	2	3	4	5
1	Possess professional and ethical responsibility and willingness to share it.		1
2	Possess sufficient consciousness about the universality of engineering solutions and applications and be well aware of the importance of innovation.					4

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT
Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities
Type of the Learning Activites	Learning Activities (# of week)	Duration (hours, h)	Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities	0	0	0
Preliminary & Further Study	0	0	0
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	0	0	0
Assignment (Homework)	0	0	0
Project Work	0	0	0
Seminar	0	0	0
Internship	0	0	0
Technical Visit	0	0	0
Web Based Learning	0	0	0
Implementation/Application/Practice	0	0	0
Practice at a workplace	0	0	0
Occupational Activity	0	0	0
Social Activity	0	0	0
Thesis Work	0	0	0
Field Study	0	0	0
Report Writing	0	0	0
Final Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Final Exam	0	0	0
Mid-Term Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	0	0	0
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	0	0	0