Embedded Systems Programming With C And Assembly Training Course in Kenya
Introduction
The Embedded Systems Programming with C and Assembly Training Course is designed to equip engineers and developers with specialized, high-performance programming skills for working with microcontrollers, embedded hardware, and real-time systems. This advanced training offers a deep dive into the architecture, memory handling, low-level device control, and interfacing necessary for mastering embedded development using C and Assembly. It aligns with industry demands for creating responsive, reliable, and efficient firmware used in robotics, automotive systems, IoT devices, and industrial automation.
Participants will gain hands-on experience in coding for constrained environments, directly accessing hardware registers, optimizing performance, and debugging at the machine level. Through carefully structured modules, attendees will learn to build and deploy robust embedded applications using industry-standard tools like GCC, GDB, Keil, and STM32CubeIDE, setting a strong foundation for real-world embedded development and embedded system integration.
Target Audience
- Embedded Systems Engineers
- Firmware Developers
- Electrical and Electronics Engineers
- IoT Device Programmers
- Robotics Engineers
- Systems Integrators
- Engineering Students Specializing in Embedded Technologies
Course Objectives
- Understand the architecture and structure of embedded systems
- Master low-level programming using C and Assembly
- Configure and interact with microcontroller peripherals
- Utilize memory-mapped I/O and interrupt-driven designs
- Optimize embedded code for real-time performance
- Interface sensors, actuators, and communication protocols
- Implement timer/counter mechanisms and low-power modes
- Debug embedded applications using JTAG and serial output
- Build and deploy firmware using industry-standard toolchains
- Apply best practices in embedded system safety and reliability
Duration
10 Days
Course content
Module 1: Introduction to Embedded Systems and Microcontroller Architecture
- Overview of embedded systems and applications
- Microcontroller types and features
- System-on-chip (SoC) vs discrete MCU systems
- Memory architecture and hardware stack
- Development workflow and hardware constraints
Module 2: Setting Up the Embedded Development Environment
- Installing toolchains and IDEs (GCC, STM32CubeIDE, Keil)
- Connecting to boards via USB or JTAG
- Compiling and linking embedded applications
- Understanding startup code and linker scripts
- First code deployment on development boards
Module 3: Programming Microcontrollers in C
- C syntax for embedded development
- Data types, pointers, and bitwise operations
- I/O operations and register-level access
- Writing interrupt service routines (ISRs)
- Delay mechanisms and timing functions
Module 4: Low-Level Assembly Language Programming
- Structure of Assembly instructions (ARM, AVR)
- Writing functions and subroutines in Assembly
- Inline Assembly in C programs
- Register manipulation and stack handling
- Mixing C and Assembly in real-world firmware
Module 5: Memory Management in Embedded Systems
- Stack vs heap allocation
- Using static and global memory safely
- Buffer overflows and memory corruption prevention
- Direct memory access (DMA) principles
- Configuring memory-mapped registers
Module 6: Interfacing and Peripherals Programming
- GPIO control and debounce logic
- UART, SPI, and I2C communication
- ADC/DAC conversion and analog interfacing
- Interfacing digital sensors and displays
- PWM and motor control applications
Module 7: Interrupts and Timer Programming
- Hardware vs software interrupts
- Configuring NVIC and vector tables
- Writing ISR routines and context saving
- Timer configuration and event triggering
- Creating precise delays and periodic tasks
Module 8: Power Management and Low-Energy Design
- Power states and clock gating techniques
- Sleep modes and wake-up interrupts
- Energy-efficient code optimization
- Battery-powered system design principles
- Watchdog timers for fault recovery
Module 9: Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS) Basics
- Overview of RTOS vs bare-metal programming
- Tasks, semaphores, and mutexes
- Scheduling and time slicing
- Event-driven vs polling mechanisms
- RTOS integration in embedded systems
Module 10: Embedded Debugging and Troubleshooting
- Serial debugging using UART
- Using logic analyzers and oscilloscopes
- Breakpoints, watchpoints, and step execution
- Debugging memory and register states
- Error handling and fault isolation
Module 11: Flashing and Firmware Deployment
- Bootloader design and usage
- Flashing firmware with ST-Link, USB, or serial tools
- Verification and validation processes
- Firmware upgrade techniques
- Production deployment best practices
Training Approach
This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.
Tailor-Made Course
This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org Tel: +254 702 249 449
Training Venue
The training will be held at our Skills for Africa Training Institute Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.
Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant
Certification
Participants will be issued with Skills for Africa Training Institute certificate upon completion of this course.
Airport Pickup and Accommodation
Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org Tel: +254 702 249 449
Terms of Payment: Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 10 working days before commencement of the training.
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| 07/07/2025 - 18/07/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 14/07/2025 - 25/07/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 08/09/2025 - 19/09/2025 | $4500 | Dar es Salaam, Tanzania |
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| 15/09/2025 - 26/09/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 01/12/2025 - 12/12/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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| 08/12/2025 - 19/12/2025 | $3000 | Nairobi, Kenya |
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