This course deals with practical techniques for the specification, design and implementation of real-time computer control systems. Topics include: overview of computer control strategies; introduction to real-time systems; hardware and software requirements; implementation of digital control algorithms; design of real-time computer control systems; design analysis; considerations for fault detection and fault tolerance. The lab work and project require solid background in C programming. Lect: 3 hrs./Lab: 1 hr. Prerequisite: ELE 639 Course Weight: 1.00 Billing Units: 1
