B.E. (Automation and Robotics) Embedded System Syllabus - Mumbai University 2026
The University has moved this degree onto NEP 2020 one year at a time. The first and second years are NEP 2020 syllabi; the third and fourth years are still examined on the REV-2019 'C' Scheme, which is what the University sets for them this year.
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Syllabus for Embedded System
Module 0: Prerequisite:
- 1. Basic Digital Logic 2. Basic Computer Architecture 3. Programming Fundamentals 4. Basic Electronics
Module I: Introduction to Embedded Systems & Fundamentals
- 1. Defining embedded systems: characteristics, applications, and examples. 2. Basic Components of an Embedded System 3. Differences between general purpose computing and embedded systems.
Module II: 8051 Microcontroller
- 1. CPU architecture (ALU, registers, control unit, RAM, ROM, registers, I/O ports ) 2. Comparison between Microprocessor and Microcontroller. 3. Features, architecture and pin configuration.
Module III: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for Embedded Systems (Edge AI/TinyML)
- Advanced Embedded Architectures and Processors: 1. RISC-V Architecture 2. System-on-Package (SiP) and Chiplets: Introduction to advanced packaging technologies Advanced Communication and Networking for Embedded Systems: 1. Low-Power Wide-Area Networks (LPWANs) 2. Wireless Sensor Networks (WSNs) 1. Cellular IoT (LTE-M)
Module IV: Introduction to ATmega328P
- 1. ATmega328P architecture: CPU, memory organization (Flash, SRAM, EEPROM), registers 2. Pin configuration and functions 3. Data types, variables, operators, and control structures 4. Configuring GPIO pins as input and output 1. Controlling LEDs, switches, Sensors
Module V: Cortex Processors Family
- 1. Introduction to Cortex Processors 2. Cortex familyCortex-A Cortex R,Cortex-M 3. Features of Cortex-M Processors. 4. Advantages & Applications of Cortex Processors
Module VI: Case Study
- 1. Automotive: Engine Control Unit (ECU) 2. Industrial Automation: Robotics Control System 3. Internet of Things (IoT): Smart Agriculture Sensor Network
Text Books
- 1 Mazidi M.A., The 8051 Microcontroller & Embedded systems, Pearson Education Second edition.2006
- 2 Kenneth Ayala, The 8051 Microcontroller, Thomson Delmar Learning, Third Edition.2005
- 3 Steve Heath, Embedded Systems Design, Newness publication, Second edition, ISBN 0 7506 5546
- 4 The Definitive Guide to ARM® Cortex®-M0 and Cortex-M0+ Processors, 2nd Edition
- 1 David Simon, Embedded Software Primer, Pearson Education, ISBN 81-7808-045
- 2 Tony Givargis, Embedded System Design: A Unified Hardware/Software Introduction, Wiley Student Edition. ISBN No.812650837X
- 3 P.S. Manoharan, P. S. Kannan, Microcontroller based system design, SciTech Publications (India)Pvt. Ltd. ISBN No. 8183715982
- 4 ATmega328P Datasheet
- 5 Microcontrollers-Architecture, Programming, Interfacing and System Design, Pearson Education India; Second edition (2011), ISBN-10: 8131759903.
- 6 Cortex-M0+ Technical Reference Manual r0p1
- 7 ARMv6-M Architecture Reference Manual
- 8 Steve Furber, “ARM System on chip Architecture”, Pearson,2nd edition.
- 9 James A. Langbridge, “Professional Embedded Arm Development”, Wrox, John Wiley Brand& Sons Inc., Edition 2014
Reproduced from the University of Mumbai syllabus for B.E. (Automation and Robotics) under NEP 2020, in force from the academic year 2025-26. Wording is as printed in that syllabus. Module numbering is as printed there too.
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