What you'll learn
By the end of this course, you’ll understand how embedded systems work, be able to program microcontrollers, interface sensors and actuators, and design reliable embedded applications for IoT and automation.
Core topics
- Introduction to Embedded Systems & Architecture
- Microcontrollers (AVR, ARM, Arduino, STM32)
- C Programming for Embedded Applications
- Sensor & Actuator Interfacing
- Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS)
Hands-on
- Embedded C projects using Arduino & STM32
- Sensor data acquisition and control systems
- IoT communication using ESP32 / Wi-Fi modules
- Capstone: Design & deploy an IoT-based embedded system
Course syllabus
01
Introduction to Embedded Systems
Overview, hardware & software basics
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Topics: What is an embedded system, components, architecture, and
applications.
02
C Programming for Embedded Systems
Memory, pointers, structures, and drivers
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Topics: Embedded C basics, GPIO programming, and low-level I/O.
03
Microcontroller Architecture
AVR, ARM, STM32, and Arduino
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Topics: Registers, timers, interrupts, ADCs, communication protocols
(UART, SPI, I2C).
04
Sensor & Actuator Interfacing
Input-output devices & peripherals
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Topics: Temperature, ultrasonic, IR sensors, motor drivers, PWM
control, and servo interfacing.
05
Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS)
Multitasking & scheduling
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Topics: Task creation, synchronization, semaphores, queues, FreeRTOS
implementation.
06
IoT & Cloud Integration
IoT communication protocols & data monitoring
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Topics: ESP32, MQTT, Blynk, ThingSpeak, and IoT dashboards.
07
Debugging & Optimization
Code debugging & hardware testing
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Topics: In-circuit debugging, performance tuning, and power
optimization techniques.
Projects & Capstone
Work on practical embedded projects integrating sensors, microcontrollers, and IoT communication.
- Temperature & humidity monitoring system
- Home automation using Wi-Fi (ESP32)
- Line-following robot
- Smart irrigation system with sensors
- Industrial motor control interface
- Capstone: IoT-based embedded monitoring system
Instructor
AK
Arjun Kumar
Embedded Engineer — 8+ years experience
Office hours: Wed & Sat 6–8 PM
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to know programming before joining?
Basic C knowledge helps, but beginner modules will teach you everything from
scratch.
Is there a certification after completion?
Yes, a verified certificate is provided upon successful completion of the
course.
Will there be hands-on hardware experience?
Yes — you’ll work on real microcontroller boards and IoT modules.