MEC3450

Computer systems

D R Blackman

4 points, 22 lectures and 22 laboratory classes
* Second semester
* Clayton
* Prerequisites: MEC2490 or equivalent

Objectives This subject offers instruction in computers, and in particular microprocessors, for students wishing to specialise in the study of mechatronics. The intention is to provide insight into the way computers can be used to interact with the outside world, expanding the macroscopic view implicit in the programming subjects taken earlier in the course.

Synopsis Computer architecture and hardware. Sensors and transducers; actuators; interfacing these. Real time systems: interrupts, software techniques, examples.

Assessment Examination (formal written): 70%
* Examination (practical): 15%
* Assignment: 15%

Reference

Lawrence and Maunch Real time microcomputer design McGraw-Hill, 1988
Burns and Wellings Real time systems and their programming languages Addison-Wesley, 1990