What This Document Is
This document is a comprehensive review resource designed to prepare students for the final examination in CPEG 222: Microprocessor Systems at the University of Delaware. It consolidates key information presented throughout the course, offering a focused approach to exam preparation. It outlines the scope of the final exam, including the relative weighting of different course sections.
Why This Document Matters
This review is invaluable for students seeking to maximize their performance on the final exam. It’s particularly useful during the final study period, helping you prioritize topics and identify areas where further review may be beneficial. Students who utilize this resource will gain a clearer understanding of the concepts emphasized in the course and how they will be assessed. It’s best used in the days leading up to the exam, alongside your notes and completed assignments.
Topics Covered
* Foundational concepts of embedded systems
* Microprocessor Instruction Set Architecture (ISA) and Assembly Language
* Interrupt handling and its applications
* Memory organization and the memory hierarchy
* Analog-to-Digital Conversion (ADC) and timing principles
* Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) techniques
* System testing methodologies and fault models
* Project-related concepts, including state machine design and hardware configuration
* Task scheduling and hardware cost optimization
What This Document Provides
* An overview of the final exam’s format, including the approximate number of questions and the percentage breakdown of topics covered.
* A structured recap of core concepts introduced before and after the midterm examination.
* Key considerations for embedded system design, balancing cost, power, and performance.
* Insights into practical project applications, such as alarm clock implementation and hardware interaction.
* A discussion of different scheduling strategies and their impact on system performance and resource utilization.
* References to important course resources, like the course evaluation link.
