Embedded System Design using UML State Machines

Mastering Embedded Systems with UML State Machines

Unlock the power of event-driven programming for your embedded systems projects! This course provides a comprehensive introduction to UML state machines, designed for both beginners and those looking to enhance their embedded development skills. We emphasize a project-based learning approach, allowing you to learn by doing and quickly apply concepts to real-world scenarios.

What You'll Learn:

• UML State Machine Fundamentals: Grasp the core concepts of UML state machine semantics, including simple and composite states, events, signals, transitions, entry/exit actions, guards, and pseudo-states.
• Graphical Modeling: Develop proficiency in drawing UML state machines using industry-standard tools like Astah and QMTM modeling tool.
• Hierarchical State Machine Implementation: Master hierarchical state machines and the Active Objects design approach for building robust embedded applications.
• QPTM Framework: Utilize the QPTM real-time embedded framework and the QPTM-Nano Arduino library to create efficient embedded systems.
• Active Objects: Understand and implement Active Objects for improved system design.
• Hands-on Arduino Projects: Gain practical experience through event-driven project implementation and testing on Arduino UNO boards. (See preview videos for details!)

Hardware Requirements:

To bring your embedded projects to life, you'll need:

1. Arduino UNO (1)
2. 16x2 Character LCD (1)
3. Pushbuttons (3)
4. 10KΩ Resistors (3)
5. 220Ω Resistor (3)
6. 100KΩ Potentiometer (1)
7. Arduino Buzzer (1)
8. Jumper Wires

Software Requirements:

This course covers the installation of essential software:

1. Arduino IDE (Free & Open Source)
2. Microsoft Visual Studio Code (Free)
3. PlatformIO VS Code Extension (Free & Open Source)
4. QMTM Modeling Tool by Quantum Leaps, LLC (Free GPL Version)
5. Astah by Change Vision, Inc. (Trial Version)

Learning Path (Recommended for Beginners):

If you're new to embedded systems, consider following this recommended course order from FastBit Embedded Brain Academy:

1. Microcontroller Embedded C Programming: absolute beginners (Embedded C)
2. Embedded Systems Programming on ARM Cortex-M3/M4 Processor (ARM Cortex M4 Processor specific)
3. Mastering Microcontroller with Embedded Driver Development (MCU1)
4. Mastering Microcontroller: TIMERS, PWM, CAN, RTC, LOW POWER (MCU2)
5. Mastering Microcontroller: STM32-LTDC, LCD-TFT, LVGL (MCU3)
6. Embedded System Design using UML State Machines (This Course)
7. Mastering RTOS: Hands-on FreeRTOS and STM32Fx with Debugging (RTOS)
8. ARM Cortex M Microcontroller DMA Programming Demystified (DMA)
9. STM32Fx Microcontroller Custom Bootloader Development (Bootloader)
10. Embedded Linux Step by Step using Beaglebone Black (Linux)
11. Linux device driver programming using Beaglebone Black (LDD1)

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