What This Document Is
This is a focused review resource designed to help students prepare for the midterm examination in CPEG 222: Microprocessor Systems at the University of Delaware. It consolidates key lecture material presented throughout the course, offering a structured approach to identifying areas for further study. This resource is specifically tailored to Lecture 20 and covers the breadth of topics assessed on the upcoming midterm.
Why This Document Matters
This review is invaluable for students aiming to solidify their understanding of core microprocessor systems concepts before the midterm. It’s particularly useful for those who want a concise overview of the material, a checklist to ensure comprehensive preparation, or a tool to pinpoint areas where they may need additional review. Utilizing this resource can help students approach the exam with confidence and maximize their performance. It’s best used in the days leading up to the midterm as a final consolidation of learning.
Topics Covered
* Foundational concepts of embedded systems and their technological trends.
* The MIPS Instruction Set Architecture (ISA), including instruction formats and operand types.
* Interrupt handling mechanisms, including polling versus interrupts and nested interrupt structures.
* Bus architectures and protocols, such as SPI, I2C, UART, and the ARM AMBA bus system.
* State machine design principles, including Mealy and Moore models.
* The compilation process – from C code to executable programs.
* Memory organization, including byte/word ordering (endianness).
What This Document Provides
* A focused overview of lecture topics relevant to the midterm examination.
* Illustrative examples designed to test understanding of core concepts.
* Insights into the types of questions students can expect on the exam.
* A review of project-related topics, including state machine implementation and board configuration.
* A framework for understanding the relationship between high-level code (C) and low-level assembly (MIPS).