CoreX — Hardware & Engineering

Embedded Systems

Program the Hardware. Shape the Future.

Master the art of programming microcontrollers and embedded processors for real-world applications. From bare-metal C programming to RTOS-based systems, this course covers the full embedded development stack used in automotive, consumer electronics, industrial automation, and IoT devices.

12 Sessions
3 Certifications
Expert Mentors
100% Project-Based

What you'll learn

Program microcontrollers in C for bare-metal applications
Interface sensors, displays, and communication modules (UART, SPI, I²C)
Write interrupt-driven and power-efficient firmware
Work with STM32 and ARM Cortex-M microcontrollers
Implement a Real-Time Operating System (RTOS) using FreeRTOS
Use JTAG/SWD debugging tools to trace and fix firmware bugs
Develop embedded drivers for custom hardware peripherals
Build an embedded system project from schematic to working firmware

Course curriculum

Introduction to Embedded Systems

  • What is an Embedded System? History & Significance
  • Embedded System Architecture
  • Components of an Embedded System
  • Types of Embedded Systems
  • Applications of Embedded Systems
  • Hardware and Software Requirements
  • Career Opportunities in Embedded Systems
  • Practical: Understanding the Architecture of an Embedded System

Electronics Fundamentals

  • Basic Electrical Concepts
  • Voltage, Current and Resistance
  • Ohm's Law
  • Electronic Components
  • Analog and Digital Signals
  • Circuit Fundamentals
  • Reading Circuit Diagrams
  • Practical: Identifying Electronic Components and Circuits

Microcontrollers and Microprocessors

  • Introduction to Microprocessors
  • Introduction to Microcontrollers
  • Microcontroller Architecture
  • 8-bit, 16-bit and 32-bit Microcontrollers
  • ARM Architecture Overview
  • Embedded Processor Applications
  • Practical: Understanding the Working of a Microcontroller

Introduction to Arduino

  • Arduino Architecture
  • Arduino IDE
  • Digital Input and Output
  • Analog Input and Output
  • Programming Fundamentals
  • Arduino Libraries
  • Practical: LED Blinking and Basic Arduino Programming

Sensors and Actuators

  • Introduction to Sensors
  • Types of Sensors
  • Temperature Sensors
  • Motion Sensors
  • Ultrasonic Sensors
  • Introduction to Actuators
  • Practical: Interfacing Sensors and Actuators

Embedded C Programming

  • Introduction to Embedded C
  • Variables and Data Types
  • Operators and Control Statements
  • Functions
  • Arrays and Pointers
  • Program Development
  • Practical: Writing Basic Embedded C Programs

Communication Protocols

  • Serial Communication
  • UART Communication
  • SPI Communication
  • I2C Communication
  • Wireless Communication
  • Communication Interfaces
  • Practical: Interfacing Devices Using Communication Protocols

ESP32 and IoT Fundamentals

  • Introduction to ESP32
  • ESP32 Architecture
  • Wi-Fi Communication
  • Bluetooth Communication
  • IoT Fundamentals
  • Cloud Connectivity
  • Practical: Connecting ESP32 to IoT Platforms

Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS)

  • Introduction to RTOS
  • RTOS Architecture
  • Tasks and Scheduling
  • Threads and Processes
  • Synchronization
  • RTOS Applications
  • Practical: Understanding Task Scheduling

PCB Design Fundamentals

  • Introduction to PCB Design
  • Schematic Design
  • PCB Layout
  • Electronic Design Automation Tools
  • PCB Manufacturing Process
  • PCB Assembly
  • Practical: Designing a Basic PCB

Embedded System Design and Testing

  • Embedded System Development Process
  • Hardware Integration
  • Software Integration
  • Debugging Techniques
  • System Testing
  • Troubleshooting
  • Practical: Testing and Debugging an Embedded System

Major Project and Career Preparation

  • Embedded Project Planning
  • Sensor Integration
  • System Design
  • Programming and Testing
  • Project Documentation
  • Project Presentation
  • Technical Interview Preparation
  • Practical: Major Project – Design and Development of an Embedded System

Certifications you'll earn

Certificate of Training
Certificate of Internship
Certificate of Excellence

24/7 Mentor Support + Placement Assistance

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