Robomatiic

Embedded with Arduino

COURSE SYLLABUS:

Arduino is a prototype platform ( open-source) based on an easy-to-use hardware and software. It consists of a circuit board, which can be programed (referred to as a microcontroller) and a ready-made software called Arduino IDE (Integrated Development Environment), which is used to write and upload the computer code to the physical board. Arduino provides a standard form factor that breaks the functions of the micro-controller into a more accessible package.

Description

This course is intended for enthusiastic students or hobbyists. With Arduino, one can get to know the basics of micro-controllers and sensors very quickly and can start building prototype with very little investment. This course is intended to make you comfortable in getting started with Arduino

Prerequisites

We assume that you are already familiar with the basics of C and C++. Knowledge in another programming language especially the OOP is an added advantage. A basic understanding of microcontrollers and electronics is also expected.

Learning Outcome

The students will:
  • Learn the basics of electronics, including reading schematics (electronics diagrams)
  • Learn how to prototype circuits with a breadboard
  • Learn the Arduino programming language and IDE
  • Program basic Arduino examples
  • Prototype circuits and connect them to the Arduino
  • Program the Arduino microcontroller to make the circuits work
  • Connect the Arduino microcontroller to a serial terminal to understand communication and stand-alone use
  • Explore the provided example code and online resources for extending knowledge about the capabilities of the Arduino microcontroller

Modules

  • Introduction to an embedded system.
  • Understanding Embedded System.
  • Overview of basic electronics and digital electronics.
  • Microcontroller vs. Microprocessor.
  • Common features of Microcontroller.
  • Comparison between the two.
  • Different types of microcontrollers.
  • Introduction to Arduino.
  • Pin configuration and architecture.
  • Device and platform features.
  • Concept of digital and analog ports.
  • Familiarizing with Arduino Interfacing Board.
  • Introduction to Embedded C and Arduino platform.
  • Arduino data types.
  • Variables and constants.
  • Operators.
  • Control Statements.
  • Arrays.
  • Functions.
  • Pins Configured as INPUT
  • Pull-up Resistors
  • Pins Configured as OUTPUT
  • pin Mode() Function
  • digital Write() Function
  • analog Read() function
  • Arduino Interrupts
  • Incorporating Arduino time.
  • delay() function.
  • delay Microseconds() function.
  • millis() function.
  • micros() function.
  • Working with Serial Monitor.
  • Line graph via the serial monitor.
  • Interfacing an 8-bit LCD to Arduino.
  • Fixed one-line static message display.
  • Running message display.
  • Using the LCD Library of Arduino.
  • Arduino – Humidity Sensor.
  • Arduino – Temperature Sensor.
  • Arduino – Water Detector / Sensor.
  • Arduino – PIR Sensor.
  • Arduino – Ultrasonic Sensor.
  • Arduino – Connecting Switch (Magnetic relay switches).
  • Types of Relay.
  • Controlling Electrical appliances with electromagnetic relays.
  • Working on a matrix keypad.
  • Using the keypad library to interface with Arduino.
  • Interfacing Servo motors to Arduino.
  • Interfacing an RF Module.
  • Using serial input.
  • Controlling LEDs with keys.
  • Keys as a toggle switch.
  • Interfacing a piezo Buzzer.
  • Using a buzzer as an alarm unit.
  • Parallel Communication.
  • Serial Communication Modules.
  • Types of Serial Communications.
  • Arduino UART.
  • GSM/GPRS Arduino Interfacing.
  • This will involve designing, developing, coding, and implementing the Arduino project. Projects will include but not be limited to
  • Intelligent home locking system.
  • Intelligent water level management system.
  • Home automation using RFID.
  • Real-time clock-based home automation.
  • Intelligent Automatic Irrigation System.