EE325 Embedded Systems
EE325 Embedded Systems
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Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Tarik Namas
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
The course aims to provide students with: - Introduce Embedded Systems from Software and Hardware points of view. - Provide real world coding experience and hands on skill through programming in open source platform. - Explain various types of peripherals and communication protocols. - Provide students hands on skills for embedded systems through practical course
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Programming With STM32_ Getting Started With the Nucleo Board. 2018 The datasheet, refrence manual and user guide of the STM32 Nucleo boards
Additional Literature
(Ref 1) Introduction to Embedded Systems; E. A. Lee and S. A. Seshia Second Edition, MIT Press, ISBN 978-0-262-53381-2; (Ref 2) Fundamentals of Embedded Software with the Arm Cortex-M3 (2012, Pearson) (Ref 3) Sams Teach your self C in 21 days - 6th Ed. (Ref 4) Class and lecture notes (Ref 5) Embedded Systems: Introduction to Arm® Cortex™-M Microcontrollers, Jonathan ValvanoTeaching Methods
Lectures
Weekly tutorials and laboratory assignments
Project and homework assignments
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction, class mechanics | |
| 2 | STM microcontrollers - Software tools - Architecture of ARM microprocessors | Chapters 1 - 4, other nots |
| 3 | Programming in C for Embedded Applications | Class notes |
| 4 | Digital Input and Outputs | Chapter 5 and other notes |
| 5 | Interrupts | Chapter 6 and other notes |
| 6 | Timers | Chpater 7 and other notes |
| 7 | Sensors, Actuators and Interfacing - Course Project) | Class notes |
| 8 | DAC, ADC and Data Acquisition | Chpater 9 and chapter 11 and other notes |
| 9 | MIDTERM WEEK | Book and class notes |
| 10 | Communications | Chapter 8 and class notes |
| 11 | Pulse Width Modulation | Chapter 10 and class notes |
| 12 | Project work | Class discussions and class notes |
| 13 | Project work | Class discussions and class notes |
| 14 | Project work | Class discussions and class notes |
| 15 | Project work - presentations, and final exam review | Class discussions and class notes |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EE325.1 | Course | Monday 12:00 - 14:50 | B F2.17 | - | - |
| EE325.1 | Tutorial | Friday 14:00 - 15:50 | RC1.2 - Tutorial Room | - | - |
| EE325.2 | Tutorial | Wednesday 11:00 - 12:50 | RC1.2 - Tutorial Room | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
| Day | Time | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 14:00 - 16:00 | B F3.15 | |
| Wednesday | 14:00 - 16:00 | B F3.15 | |
| Thursday | 15:00 - 16:00 | B F3.15 |
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4
Midterm Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4
Lab work
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4
Quiz
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 2 3
Project
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 6 ECTS credit course corresponds to 150 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture Hours
45 hours ⏳ (15 week × 3 h)
Midterm
5 hours ⏳ (1 week × 5 h)
Active Tutorials / Labs
20 hours ⏳ (10 week × 2 h)
Home Study
30 hours ⏳ (15 week × 2 h)
Final Exam Study
20 hours ⏳ (2 week × 10 h)
Term Project/Presentation
20 hours ⏳ (4 week × 5 h)
Quiz
10 hours ⏳ (5 week × 2 h)
150 Total Workload Hours
6 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [EE325] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
Syllabus Last Updated on Feb 02, 2026 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
| T | P | |||||||||
| EE325 | Embedded Systems | 3 | 2 | 6 | ||||||
| Prerequisite | CS103 | It is a prerequisite to | EE405 | |||||||
| Lecturer | Tarik Namas | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Tuesday: 14:00-16:00 Wednesday: 14:00-16:00 Thursday: 15:00-16:00 |
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| tnamas@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | Ms. Farah Memic | Assistant E-mail | 210302237@student.ius.edu.ba | |||||||
| Course Objectives | The course aims to provide students with: - Introduce Embedded Systems from Software and Hardware points of view. - Provide real world coding experience and hands on skill through programming in open source platform. - Explain various types of peripherals and communication protocols. - Provide students hands on skills for embedded systems through practical course |
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| Textbook | Programming With STM32_ Getting Started With the Nucleo Board. 2018 The datasheet, refrence manual and user guide of the STM32 Nucleo boards | |||||||||
| Additional Literature |
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | Lectures, weekly tutorials and laboratory assignments, project and homework assignments | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Introduction, class mechanics | |||||||||
| Week 2 | STM microcontrollers - Software tools - Architecture of ARM microprocessors | Chapters 1 - 4, other nots | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Programming in C for Embedded Applications | Class notes | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Digital Input and Outputs | Chapter 5 and other notes | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Interrupts | Chapter 6 and other notes | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Timers | Chpater 7 and other notes | ||||||||
| Week 7 | Sensors, Actuators and Interfacing - Course Project) | Class notes | ||||||||
| Week 8 | DAC, ADC and Data Acquisition | Chpater 9 and chapter 11 and other notes | ||||||||
| Week 9 | MIDTERM WEEK | Book and class notes | ||||||||
| Week 10 | Communications | Chapter 8 and class notes | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Pulse Width Modulation | Chapter 10 and class notes | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Project work | Class discussions and class notes | ||||||||
| Week 13 | Project work | Class discussions and class notes | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Project work | Class discussions and class notes | ||||||||
| Week 15 | Project work - presentations, and final exam review | Class discussions and class notes | ||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 30 | 1, 2, 3, 4 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Midterm Exam | 1 | 20 | 1, 2, 3, 4 | Not Allowed | |
| Lab work | 10 | 10 | 1, 2, 3, 4 | Not Allowed | |
| Quiz | 5 | 10 | 2, 3 | Not Allowed | |
| Project | 1 | 30 | 1, 2, 3, 4 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture Hours | 3 | 15 | 45 | Midterm | 5 | 1 | 5 | |||
| Active Tutorials / Labs | 2 | 10 | 20 | Home Study | 2 | 15 | 30 | |||
| Final Exam Study | 10 | 2 | 20 | Term Project/Presentation | 5 | 4 | 20 | |||
| Quiz | 2 | 5 | 10 | |||||||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 17/02/2026 | |||||||||