Challenges in embedded engineering education

Abstract

Tremendous progress in semiconductor technology enabled broad proliferation of computer-based solutions in almost all fields, from medical instrumentation up to spacecraft technology. This development opened the question about a new engineering profile being able to act in research and development of embedded systems. Critical parts of this curriculum are the learning platform, embedded software education, methodologies and tools in education, evaluation procedure, recognition of profile potentials and dropout rate. In this paper a contribution to the structuring of embedded engineering education is given. Three education approaches relevant for this proposal are analyzed and the structured approach of the whole education process is described. Case study, where this concept is partially applied, concludes the paper.