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The average home contains around 200 embedded computing systems. They use them and rely on them, but what are they? The PC is a computing system, with which they interact through a keyboard, mouse and VDU. As users, they can program the PC and direct it to perform a whole range of applications. In an embedded computing system the microprocessor is integrated into the product and pre-programmed to carry out a dedicated control task.
Engine management systems, MP3 players, mobile phones, audio signal processing and TV remote controls are all examples of embedded computer systems. The Electronic Systems Engineering programme equips you with the knowledge and skills to design such systems.
Java, Digital Systems, C/C++, Consumer Electronics, Technical Sales, Avionics, Banking & Commerce, Technical Author, Postgraduate Study, Embedded Systems, Silicon Chip Design, Bio-medical Electronics, Audio Signal Processing, Opto-electronics, Cryptography, I.T. Consultancy, Defence Electronics.
You will also acquire key skills such as logical thinking, team working, report writing, analytical and presentation skills, programming and a high level of numeracy.
Entry requirements