Objectives of Programme's Learning Outcomes

• Imagine, implement and operate systems/solutions/software to address a complex problem in the field of electrical engineering as a source of information by integrating needs, contexts and issues (technical, economic, societal, ethical and environmental).
• Identify complex problems to be solved and formulate the specifications by integrating client needs, contexts and issues (technical, economic, societal, ethical and environmental).
• Based on modelling and experimentation, design one or more systems/solutions/software addressing the problem raised; evaluate them in light of various parameters of the specifications.
• Implement a chosen system/solution/software in the form of a drawing, a schema, a flowchart, an algorithm, a plan, a model, a prototype, software and/or digital model.
• Evaluate the approach and results for their adaptation (tests, measurements, optimisation and quality).
• Mobilise a structured set of scientific knowledge and skills and specialised techniques in order to carry out electrical engineering missions, using their expertise and adaptability.
• Master and appropriately mobilise knowledge, models, methods and techniques specific to electrical engineering.
• Assess the validity of models and results in view of the state of science and characteristics of the problem.
• Communicate and exchange information in a structured way - orally, graphically and in writing, in French and in one or more other languages - scientifically, culturally, technically and interpersonally, by adapting to the intended purpose and the relevant public.
• Argue to and persuade collaborators, clients, teachers and boards, both orally and in writing.
• Select and use the written and oral communication methods and materials adapted to the intended purpose and the relevant public.
• Use and produce high-quality scientific and technical papers (reports, plans, specifications, etc.), adapted particularly to the intended purpose and the relevant public.
• Master technical English in the field of electrical engineering.
• Adopt a professional and responsible approach, showing an open and critical mind in an independent professional development process.
• Analyse their personal functioning and adapt their professional attitudes.
• Exploit the different means available in order to inform and train independently.
• Contribute by researching the innovative solution of a problem in engineering sciences.
• Design and implement technical analysis, experimental studies and numerical modelling to address a given problem.
• Communicate, in writing and orally, on the approach and its results in highlighting both the scientific criteria of the research conducted and the theoretical and technical innovation potential, as well as possible non-technical issues.
• Imagine, implement and operate systems/solutions/software to address a complex problem in the field of electrical engineering as a source of information by integrating needs, contexts and issues (technical, economic, societal, ethical and environmental).
• Based on modelling and experimentation, design one or more systems, solutions or hardware and/or software implementations, addressing the problem raised; evaluate them in light of various parameters of the specifications.
• Implement a chosen system/solution/software/circuit in the form of a schema, a flowchart, an algorithm, a prototype, a programme and/or digital model.
• Evaluate the approach and results for their adaptation (tests, measurements, optimisation and quality).
• Mobilise a structured set of scientific knowledge and skills and specialised techniques in order to carry out electrical engineering missions, with a focus on Multimedia and Telecommunications, using their expertise and adaptability.
• Master and appropriately mobilise knowledge, models, methods and techniques related to the basics of electricity, electronics, automatic control, signal processing and analysis, telecommunications, advanced electronics and advanced microelectronics, computer science, wired and wireless telecommunications, signal processing, and human-machine interfaces.
• Analyse and model a problem by critically selecting theories and methodological approaches (modelling, calculations), and taking into account multidisciplinary aspects.
• Identify and discuss possible applications of new and emerging technologies in the field of electrical engineering.
• Communicate and exchange information in a structured way - orally, graphically and in writing, in French and in one or more other languages - scientifically, culturally, technically and interpersonally, by adapting to the intended purpose and the relevant public.
• Argue to and persuade collaborators, clients, teachers and boards, both orally and in writing.
• Select and use the written and oral communication methods and materials adapted to the intended purpose and the relevant public.
• Use and produce high-quality scientific and technical papers (reports, plans, specifications, etc.), adapted particularly to the intended purpose and the relevant public.
• Master technical English in the field of electrical engineering.
• Adopt a professional and responsible approach, showing an open and critical mind in an independent professional development process.
• Analyse their personal functioning and adapt their professional attitudes.
• Exploit the different means available in order to inform and train independently.
• Contribute by researching the innovative solution of a problem in engineering sciences.
• Design and implement technical analysis, experimental studies and numerical modelling to address a given problem.
• Communicate, in writing and orally, on the approach and its results in highlighting both the scientific criteria of the research conducted and the theoretical and technical innovation potential, as well as possible non-technical issues.

Learning Outcomes of UE

An introductory course regarding embedded systems design. It shows a unified view of hardware and software domains as implementation alternatives based on design exploration and metrics. The course explores the different trends, components and alternatives according to the final objective. The system level design is introduced by first a description of the different components involved, since integrated circuits design and usage up to software, processors and custom hardware processors. It also covers design methodologies, optimization techniques and test environments. The course is complemented by practical exercises and laboratory sessions using state of the art technologies.

Content of UE

Embedded systems overview, technologies trends and design challenges. Practical exercises with state of art design tools and technologies. Custom Single-purpose processors. General-purpose processors. Application-specific instruction-set processors. Digital signal processors. Processor design: peripherals, Memory structure, hierarchy, cache, Interfacing terminology, protocols, and mechanisms. State machine and concurrent process models, finite state machines, concurrent processes, synchronization and communication. Control Systems, open-loop, closed-loop control systems, general control systems, PID controllers and Fuzzy control. IC technology, Full-custom (VLSI), Semi-custom (ASIC), Programmable logic device (PLD). Design technology Automation: synthesis, Verification, hardware/software co-simulation, Reuse, Design process models. Hardware/Software codesign techniques using Xilinx (Xylibus, Vivado HLS, SDSoC, partial dynamic reconfiguration).

Prior Experience

Digital circuits design.

Type of Assessment for UE in Q1

• Presentation and works
• Oral examination
• Practical test
• Quoted exercices

Q1 UE Assessment Comments

AA evaluation. AA I-SEMI-012 Embedded Systems Design (5247). Total 1st session (1st semester - January): 100%. Evaluation of laboratory practice (individual questionnaire to answer at the end of each lab session): 15%. Practical examination off-session (4h) optional written Examination: 45%. Theoretical exam (oral presentation): 40%.

Type of Assessment for UE in Q2

• N/A

Q2 UE Assessment Comments

Not applicable

Type of Assessment for UE in Q3

• Presentation and works
• Oral examination

Q3 UE Assessment Comments

AA evaluation. AA I-SEMI-012 Embedded Systems Design (5247). Total 2nd session 100%: Theoretical exam (oral): 100%.

Type of Resit Assessment for UE in Q1 (BAB1)

• N/A

Q1 UE Resit Assessment Comments (BAB1)

Not applicable