Introduction to Embedded Systems, 2014 Using Microcontrollers and the MSP430

This textbook serves as an introduction to the subject of embedded systems design, using microcontrollers as core components.  It develops concepts from the ground up, covering the development of embedded systems technology, architectural and organizational aspects of controllers and systems, processor models, and peripheral devices. Since microprocessor-based embedded systems tightly blend hardware and software components in a single application, the book also introduces the subjects of data representation formats, data operations, and programming styles. 

Introduction.- Number Systems and Data Formats.- Microcomputer Organization.- Assembly Language Programming.- Embedded Programming Using C.- Fundamentals of Interfacing.- Embedded Peripherals.- External World Interfaces.- Principles of Serial Communication.- The Analog Signal Chain.-

Manuel Jiménez is a professor in the Electrical & Computer Engineering Department at the University of Puerto Rico at Mayaguez. Rogelio Palomera is a professor in the Electrical & Computer Engineering Department at the University of Puerto Rico at Mayaguez. Isidoro Couvertier is a professor in the Electrical & Computer Engineering Department at the University of Puerto Rico at Mayaguez.

Provides textbook coverage of embedded systems, with an emphasis on the practical use of microcontrollers Covers embedded software fundamentals, including software planning, assembly language, and C-language program development Includes detailed treatment of embedded hardware fundamentals, discussing structure, interfacing and configuration of hardware building blocks Emphasizes examples and exercises that reflect real applications for embedded systems design Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras