Real Time and Embedded Systems

Postgraduate | 2026

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Mode
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Your studies will be on-campus, and may include some online delivery
On campus
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Area/Catalogue
ENGE 5036
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Course ID
206594
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Campus
Adelaide City Campus
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course owner
Adelaide University
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Course level
5
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
The fee you pay will depend on the number and type of courses you study.
No
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University-wide elective course
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Single course enrolment
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

This course covers real time systems in modern electrical and electronic engineering. Systems that provide time-bound response are prevalent in many industrial applications. This course uses the C as the teaching programming language. Important issues for Real Time systems are explored: synchronisation, communication and scheduling. Concepts are illustrated and reinforced through simulation of a Real Time system. Assessments include computer laboratory exercises, a quiz and a final examination.

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