CESEC Chair – Training Embedded System Architects for the Critical Systems Domain

Increasing complexity and interactions across scientific and tech- nological domains in the engineering of critical systems calls for new pedagogical approach. In this paper, we introduce the CESEC teaching chair. This chair aims at supporting new integrative ap- proach for the initial training of engineer and master curriculum to three engineering school in Toulouse: ISAE, INSA Toulouse and INP ENSEEIHT. It is supported by the EADS Corporate Foundation. In this paper, we highlight the rationale for this chair: need for sys- tem architect with strong foundations on technical domains appli- cable to the aerospace industry. We then introduce the ideal profile for this architect and the various pedagogical approaches imple- mented to reach this objective

Proceedings of the 5th International Workshop on Reconfigurable Communication-centric Systems on Chip 2010 - ReCoSoC\u2710 - May 17-19, 2010 Karlsruhe, Germany. (KIT Scientific Reports ; 7551)

ReCoSoC is intended to be a periodic annual meeting to expose and discuss gathered expertise as well as state of the art research around SoC related topics through plenary invited papers and posters. The workshop aims to provide a prospective view of tomorrow\u27s challenges in the multibillion transistor era, taking into account the emerging techniques and architectures exploring the synergy between flexible on-chip communication and system reconfigurability

Multicore education through simulation

Cataloged from PDF version of article.A project-oriented course for advanced undergraduate and graduate students is described for simulating multiple processor cores. Simics, a free simulator for academia, was utilized to enable students to explore computer architecture, operating systems, and hardware/software cosimulation. Motivation for including this course in the curriculum is provided along with a detailed syllabus and an assessment demonstrating its successful impact on the students. © 2011 IEEE

Introducing Model-based Design Methodology with LabVIEW to Teaching ARM-based Embedded System Design

This paper presents our latest experience of introducing the new topic of model-based design (MBD) concepts and tools to a Programming Tools (PT) course for educating students to be capable of utilizing modern tools for correctly developing complicated ARM-based embedded systems. It describes the course contents, student outcomes and lecture and lab preparation for teaching this topic with the emphasis on two sub-topics. Firstly, we present the details of using NI LabVIEW tool in programming ARM Cortex-M MCUs or ARM Cortex-A9 MCUs on the embedded device like NI myRIO for fast developing embedded applications. Secondly, to integrate an on-going research effort on the model-based verification into this course, we also introduce model-checking and the tools that have been utilized in the research project. This new topic helps introducing students the latest research advances which promote the wide applications of the MBD in safety-critical embedded applications. Our primary experience shows that the project-based learning approach with the graphical programming tools and selected MCUs is efficient and practical to teach the MBD of 32-bit MCUs programming

Technological agglomeration and the emergence of clusters and networks in nanotechnology

Based on the analysis of two clusters in nanotechnologies (MESA+ in the Netherlands and Minatec in Grenoble in France), the paper examines the emergence and effects of technological agglomeration. The social and technical arrangements of a regional centre for nanotechnology both enable and constrain the ongoing activities and research lines that can be followed. Technology platforms and their co-location are a pre-requisite for nanotechnology research and agglomeration of such platforms are both a means and outcome for institutional entrepreneurs to mobilise resources, build networks and construct regional centres of excellence in nanotechnology. Technological agglomeration shapes the networks that evolve and leads to the convergence of scientific disciplines.TECHNOLOGICAL AGGLOMERATION;TECHNOLOGY PLATFORM;CLUSTER;DISTRICT; CONVERGING TECHNOLOGY;MULTILEVEL ACTIVITIES

Multicore development environment for embedded processor in arduino IDE

Internet of things (IoT) technology has found more applications that require complex computation while still preserving power. Embedded processors as the core of the IoT system approaches the need for computation by employing a parallel processor system, namely MPSoC. While various MPSoCs hardware is widely available, there is limited software support form of user-friendly libraries and development platform. There is a need for such a platform to facilitate both the study and development of parallel embedded software. arduino as the widely used embedded development platform is yet to officially support multicore programming. This work proposes an arduino-based development environment that supports multicore programming while maintaining arduino’s simple program structure, targeted at specific low-power MPSoC, the RUMPS401. The environment is fully functional, and while it targets only specific MPSoC, the proposed environment can easily be adopted to other MPSoCs with similar structures with minimal modification

University of Maine Bulletin, 1997-1998 Undergraduate Catalog, part 2

The second part (of two) of the University of Maine catalog for the 1997-98 academic year includes information on university-wide programs, interdisciplinary studies, course descriptions, contacts for correspondence with the university, a list of the University of Maine System Board of Trustees, professors / faculty members, alumni association representatives, award recipients, and an index

Building Faculty Competence and Self-Efficacy for Using Z Space Virtual Reality (VR) Software in the Classroom

The environments of teaching and learning are changing as educational needs and technology advancements evolve. One of the newest technologies gaining momentum in healthcare education is virtual reality/augmented reality (VR/AR) that provides increased active learning opportunities by providing interaction. It has become imperative that faculty stay at the forefront of technology to educate the future care provider in navigating patient care. However, to capitalize on the advantages of using VR/AR technology software to enhance active learning, faculty need to know they exist, how they can use either and have confidence that they can use technology to enhance learning of today\u27s highly diverse and technology-savvy students. A literature review demonstrated a lack of confidence and knowledge by faculty on how to implement VR/AR technology software into the nursing curriculum. Further research reported that nursing faculty lacked time to research new technologies, lacked knowledge of technology use, not aware of best practices for the use of technologies, and lacked support by administration and peers. This project implemented an online educational module for nursing faculty focused on Z Space software learning. Measured levels of competence and self-efficacy were performed prior to and after the educational intervention. Data analyzed, demonstrated that both competence and self-efficacy improved on Z Space software as self-reported by faculty. Although this was a small sample size, it is recommended that nursing faculty participates in ongoing education on the use of VR technology software