What This Document Is
This is a second examination for ECE 2510, an introductory course to Microprocessors, offered at Western Michigan University. It’s designed to assess student understanding of core concepts covered in the course, focusing on practical application and problem-solving skills related to microprocessor operation and assembly language programming. The exam emphasizes the ability to analyze, design, and implement solutions using a specific microcontroller architecture.
Why This Document Matters
This resource is invaluable for students currently enrolled in ECE 2510 who are preparing for their second major assessment. It’s particularly helpful for those who want to gauge the exam’s scope, format, and the types of questions they can expect. Reviewing this outline will help you prioritize your study efforts and identify areas where you may need further clarification from course materials or the instructor. It’s best utilized *after* completing assigned readings, labs, and practice problems, as a final check of your preparedness.
Common Limitations or Challenges
Please note that this preview does *not* contain the actual exam questions, answers, or detailed solutions. It’s intended to provide a high-level overview of the exam’s structure and the topics covered, but won’t substitute for a thorough understanding of the course material. The specific calculations, code examples, and scenarios presented on the full exam are not revealed here. Access to the complete document is required to fully prepare.
What This Document Provides
* An overview of the exam’s instructions and point distribution.
* Insight into the types of problems included, such as those involving clock frequency calculations and software delay implementation.
* Exposure to the use of assembly language programming within the context of a microcontroller.
* A glimpse into questions involving interrupt handling and stack manipulation.
* An indication of the topics covered, including modulo counters, LED control, and memory addressing.
* Examples of code snippets used as a basis for exam questions.
