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CSCI 345 - Computers and the Physical World


Semester Offered: Second Semester
Full Course
Credits: 4 Credits
Attribute: 4 NS, QFR

In this course, we will explore the use of sensors and embedded systems to interact digitally with the physical world. This course will cover topics from embedded systems, the internet of things, and human-computer interaction, including microcontroller programming, hardware and software interface methods, analog and digital sensors, communication protocols, and timers and interrupts, and interface and UX design.

This is a project-based course in which students will develop microcontroller-based systems that use sensors to observe the physical world, and display the results in creative ways.

Enrollment Limit: 30
Instructor: C. Taylor

Consent of the Instructor Required: Y
Prerequisites & Notes: CSCI 150

 


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