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Core Embedded Systems Topics

Build a practical understanding of the behaviours and engineering activities that connect physical inputs to a dependable, supported product.

Eleven foundation topics

System foundations

TEA-101Embedded systems architectureRead topic →TEA-102Microcontrollers and peripheralsRead topic →TEA-103Sensors, actuators and signal acquisitionRead topic →

Interfaces and behaviour

TEA-104Communications interfaces and protocolsRead topic →TEA-105Real-time behaviourRead topic →TEA-106Fault handling and safe statesRead topic →

Architecture and integration

TEA-107Embedded software architectureRead topic →TEA-108Hardware–software integrationRead topic →TEA-109Verification, debugging and test automationRead topic →

Trust and lifecycle

TEA-110Secure embedded developmentRead topic →TEA-111Reliability and lifecycle managementRead topic →
02

Learning by Role

Explore the responsibilities, interfaces, decisions and evidence expected from different contributors to an embedded product.

Eight role-based topics available

Engineering and architecture

TEA-201Systems engineers and architectsRead topic →TEA-202Electronics and hardware engineersRead topic →TEA-203Firmware and embedded software engineersRead topic →TEA-204Application and connectivity engineersRead topic →

Evidence, assurance and leadership

TEA-205Verification and test engineersRead topic →TEA-206Safety and reliability engineersRead topic →TEA-207Embedded cybersecurity engineersRead topic →TEA-208Technical and product leadersRead topic →
03

Standards & Guidance

Understand what recognised frameworks are trying to achieve, where they apply and how they influence practical engineering work.

Nine standards topics available

Safety and regulated development

TEA-301IEC 61508 — Functional safetyRead topic →TEA-302ISO 26262 — Automotive functional safetyRead topic →TEA-303IEC 62304 — Medical-device software lifecycleRead topic →TEA-304DO-178C and DO-254 — Airborne systemsRead topic →

Security, quality and engineering practice

TEA-305IEC 62443 — Industrial cybersecurityRead topic →TEA-306ETSI EN 303 645 — Consumer IoT securityRead topic →TEA-307MISRA C and C++ guidanceRead topic →TEA-308ISO / IEC / IEEE 15288 — System lifecycleRead topic →TEA-309Secure-development guidance landscapeRead topic →