Embedded C Programming Course
Master Embedded C programming for microcontrollers and embedded systems. Learn memory management, interrupt handling, peripheral interfacing, and real-time applications.
๐ Your Market Value After This Course
Salary ranges are indicative estimates and vary by location, employer, experience, and qualifications. They are not guaranteed earnings or placement outcomes.
Fresher / Entry Level
0-2 years experience
- Junior Embedded Engineer
- Firmware Trainee
Mid Level
2-5 years experience
- Embedded Software Engineer
- Firmware Developer
Senior / Expert Level
5+ years experience
- Senior Embedded Architect
- Embedded Systems Manager
๐ฏ Job Roles You Can Apply For
โก Skills You'll Master
๐ Complete Course Syllabus
Master every aspect with our comprehensive curriculum
Module 1: Introduction to Embedded Systems
- What are Embedded Systems - Applications
- Characteristics of Embedded Systems
- Embedded System Components - Hardware, Software, Firmware
- Embedded C vs Standard C
- Embedded Development Tools - Compilers, Debuggers, Simulators
- Introduction to Microcontrollers - 8051, PIC, AVR, ARM
- Embedded C Development Environment Setup
Module 2: C Programming Refresher for Embedded
Module 3: Embedded C Basics
- Embedded C Syntax & Structure
- Data Types for Embedded - signed/unsigned, fixed-point
- volatile Keyword - Purpose & Usage
- const Keyword in Embedded Programming
- static Keyword - Variable Persistence
- register Keyword for Optimization
- Inline Functions in Embedded C
- Writing First Embedded C Program
Module 4: Memory Management in Embedded C
- Memory Architecture of Microcontrollers
- RAM vs ROM - Flash, EEPROM, SRAM
- Stack vs Heap in Embedded Systems
- Memory-Mapped I/O
- Linker Scripts & Memory Sections
- Memory Optimization Techniques
- Memory Leak Detection in Embedded C
Module 5: Bit Manipulation & Register Programming
- Bitwise Operators - &, |, ^, ~, <<, >>
- Setting, Clearing, Toggling Bits
- Reading Specific Bits from Registers
- Bit Fields in Structures
- Working with Register Addresses
- #define for Register Bit Macros
- Bit Manipulation Best Practices
Module 6: Interrupts & Exception Handling
- What are Interrupts - Polling vs Interrupts
- Interrupt Service Routine (ISR)
- Interrupt Vector Table (IVT)
- Interrupt Priority & Nesting
- External Interrupts vs Internal Interrupts
- Writing ISR in Embedded C
- Interrupt Latency & Timing
- Disabling/Enabling Interrupts
Module 7: Timers & Counters
- Introduction to Timers & Counters
- Timer Modes - Normal, CTC, PWM, Fast PWM
- Timer Registers - TCNT, OCR, ICR
- Generating Delays using Timers
- Timer Interrupts
- Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) Generation
- Input Capture & Output Compare
- Watchdog Timer (WDT)
Module 8: Communication Protocols (I2C, SPI, UART)
- Introduction to Serial Communication
- UART - Universal Asynchronous Receiver Transmitter
- UART Programming - Baud Rate, Data Bits, Stop Bits
- RS232 & RS485 Standards
- I2C - Inter-Integrated Circuit Protocol
- I2C Programming - Master/Slave, Start/Stop Conditions
- SPI - Serial Peripheral Interface
- SPI Programming - CPOL, CPHA, Clock Settings
- CAN Protocol for Automotive
- USB Communication Basics
Module 9: ADC & PWM Programming
- Analog to Digital Converter (ADC) Basics
- ADC Resolution - 8-bit, 10-bit, 12-bit
- ADC Registers - ADMUX, ADCSRA, ADCL, ADCH
- ADC Programming - Single Conversion vs Free Running
- ADC Interrupts
- Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) Generation
- PWM Modes - Fast PWM, Phase Correct PWM
- PWM Duty Cycle Calculation
- Applications - LED Dimming, Motor Speed Control
Module 10: Microcontroller Architecture (8051, AVR, ARM)
- 8051 Microcontroller Architecture
- 8051 Pin Diagram & Ports
- 8051 Programming in Embedded C
- AVR Microcontroller Architecture (ATmega328P)
- AVR Programming with Atmel Studio
- ARM Cortex-M Architecture
- ARM Programming with Keil uVision
- STM32 Microcontrollers
- Raspberry Pi Pico - RP2040
- Selecting Microcontroller for Projects
Module 11: Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS)
- What is Real-Time Operating System
- Soft RTOS vs Hard RTOS
- FreeRTOS Introduction
- Tasks & Task States - Running, Ready, Blocked, Suspended
- Task Scheduling - Preemptive, Cooperative
- Inter-Task Communication - Queues, Semaphores, Mutexes
- Task Priorities & Starvation
- RTOS Memory Management
- Porting FreeRTOS to Microcontrollers
- RTOS Application Design Patterns
Module 12: Real-World Embedded Projects
- Project 1: LED Blinking with Delay
- Project 2: 7-Segment Display Counter
- Project 3: LCD Display Interface
- Project 4: Temperature Sensor (LM35) with ADC
- Project 5: Servo Motor Control using PWM
- Project 6: UART Communication with PC
- Project 7: I2C EEPROM Read/Write
- Project 8: SPI OLED Display Interface
- Project 9: RTOS Task Management
- Capstone Project - Complete Embedded System
โญ Why Choose Viroha Academy?
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Expert Trainers
Learn from industry professionals with 12+ years of embedded systems experience
Hands-on Projects
Work on 10+ real-time embedded projects with actual hardware
Industry Certification
Get globally recognized Embedded C certification
100% Placement Support
Tie-ups with 150+ companies for embedded roles
Resume Building
Professional resume & portfolio with embedded projects
Mock Interviews
Regular mock interviews with detailed feedback
๐ป Real-Time Projects
Build impressive portfolio with industry-relevant projects
Smart Temperature Monitoring System
Build a temperature monitoring system using LM35 sensor, ADC, and LCD display with alarm alerts.
Servo Motor Control System
Create a servo motor control system using PWM for precise angle positioning and automation.
RTOS Task Scheduler
Implement a real-time task scheduler using FreeRTOS with multiple tasks and inter-task communication.
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