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Medium Of InstructionsMode Of LearningMode Of Delivery
EnglishSelf StudyVideo and Text Based

Course Overview

Embedded systems are more of a necessity than a choice in our technologically-driven world. This lays the ground for an increasing need for engineers who can understand the domain of embedded systems. Through edX’s Real-Time Bluetooth Networks - Shape the World programme, you will learn to develop an RTOS or real-time operating system.

The Real-Time Bluetooth Networks online course is a project-based programme that will impart hands-on training. It is an offering of The University of Texas at Austin and will help you develop a personal fitness device with BLE or Bluetooth connectivity. Additionally, the course curriculum dives into RTOS’s fundamentals. Although it is a free-to-enrol course, you need to buy a lab kit for the programme.

The lab kit consists of resources that will allow you to comprehend the programme teachings even if you do not possess a prior experience in I/O device driver software and circuits. It comprises a Bluetooth module and a microcontroller board as well. This intermediate-level Real-Time Bluetooth Networks training has a duration of seven weeks. 

The Highlights

  • Project-based learning
  • Online training
  • Self-directed program
  • Intermediate-level course
  • Seven weeks of training
  • Hands-on experience
  • Paid and verified course certificate
  • Purchasable lab kit
  • Offered by The University of Texas at Austin
  • Learned academicians as course instructors

Programme Offerings

  • video lectures
  • Hands-on Experience
  • Online program with self-directed modules
  • Comprehensive course curriculum
  • Project-Based Learning
  • Lab kit
  • Instructor-signed course certificate
  • Intermediate-level program
  • Free program enrollment

Courses and Certificate Fees

Fees InformationsCertificate AvailabilityCertificate Providing Authority
INR 16604yesUniversity of Texas, Austin

The Real-Time Bluetooth Networks - Shape the World online course is a charge-free programme. edX offers the entire course material for free, excluding the programme’s certificate. However, if you wish to acquire the programme completion certificate, you can pay Rs.16,608  

Real-Time Bluetooth Networks - Shape the World fee structure

Course

Fee

Real-Time Bluetooth Networks - Shape the World course

Free

Real-Time Bluetooth Networks - Shape the World course - certificate experience

Rs. 16,604 


Eligibility Criteria

You must have proficiency in C programming concepts such as loops, arrays, structures, pointers, and functions to qualify for the Real-Time Bluetooth Networks online course. An interest in embedded systems is also desired.

What you will learn

Programming skills

You will be well-versed with the following concepts post completion of the edX Real-Time Bluetooth Networks - Shape the World course:

  • Embedded systems basics
  • Modular design fundamentals for creating a personal fitness device
  • Designing, developing, and debugging C code
  • Bluetooth communication
  • Building a real-time operating system or RTOS

Who it is for

The Real-Time Bluetooth Networks - Shape the World course is designed for students and engineering professionals seeking a career in the domain of embedded systems, Bluetooth networks, operating systems, and related fields.


Admission Details

  • Visit the Real-Time Bluetooth Networks - Shape the World program homepage by going to https://www.edx.org/course/real-time-bluetooth-networks-shape-the-world.
  • Here, you can view the course details.
  • Once satisfied with the course content, you need to click on the “Enroll Now” prompt on the course homepage.
  • Then, register for the program by providing your email ID. You can also sign up using one of your social media accounts credentials such as Microsoft or Facebook.

Application Details

edX does not have a lengthy application process for enrolling in the edX Real-Time Bluetooth Networks program. You can simply register with edX or sign in to your edX account (if any) to apply for this course.

The Syllabus

  • Learn about Keil compiler and debugger
  • Understand what the MK-II boosterpack measures
  • Learn how to perform timing profiles of the software system

  • Multiple threads
  • Real-time periodic threads
  • Spinlock semaphores
  • Round robin scheduler

  • Timer-based real-time threads
  • Thread sleeping
  • Blocking semaphoresr with first come, first serve scheduler

  • Edge triggered interrupts
  • Blocking semaphores with priority scheduler

  • Logging data onto flash/playback of data

  • Interacting with the device from a smart phone

Instructors

University of Texas, Austin Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: Is the application process for this edX program complicated?

To enrol in the Real-Time Bluetooth Networks - Shape the World online course, you have to just register on edX’s website. You need not fill any full-fledged application form for this course.

2: Do I need to have a background in embedded systems to take up this course?

No. This course's only mandatory prerequisite is to have proficiency in C programming and its concepts. edX recommends having an interest in embedded systems, but it is not necessary.

3: Does edX provide the lab kit for the Real-Time Bluetooth Networks course?

edX will provide you with links to the retailers of the lab kit's different constituents such as the LaunchPad and Bluetooth Module. You can have a look at the same at http://edx-org-utaustinx.s3.amazonaws.com/UT601x/RTOSkit.html You are free to assemble and purchase the kit from vendors of your choice, and the provided links are for reference purposes only.

4: Is the Real-Time Bluetooth Networks training an instructor-led program?

No. The Real-Time Bluetooth Networks program has self-directed learning modules.

5: Who is offering this edX course?

The University of Texas at Austin is the course provider of this edX training course.

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