Major Embedded Systems

OBJECTIVES

An embedded system forms part of a larger system with which it is interfaced and for which it carries out particular tasks such as control, monitoring, or communication. The aim of this major is to provide training in the design of embedded systems integrating analog and digital electronics, along with associated software, and implementing measurement, data processing, communication, algorithm, and control functions.

EMPLOYMENT SECTORS

All sectors requiring expertise in both electronics and computer science, including medical technology, consumer electronics, telecommunications, and the automobile and aeronautics industries.

TYPICAL JOBS

• System designer/architect

• Real-time engineer

• Consulting engineer

This work is generally carried out in teams. With experience, one can move on to such positions as product manager, quality engineer, or project manager.

EXAMPLES OF INTERNSHIP AND PROJECTS

• Integration of protocols and network communication applications for an embedded version of Linux- Prediction of the operational availability of an airplane engine regulation system;
• Device for the detection of respiratory disorders;
• Study and construction of an experimental device to assist in parallel parking

OPTION: Technology Management Information Systems

For the second year you can choose this option. It give you access to jobs such as project manager, sales engineer, technological marketing, etc.

RESEARCH FIELDS IN EMBEDDED SYSTEMS

Real time and embedded systems (emphasis in the field of control)

• Methods and tools for modelling and simulation of Hybrid Dynamic Systems.

• Control and optimisation of real-time distributed systems over asynchronous communication networks.

• Methods and tools of validation and checking of timed automata.

CURRICULUM