Architecting the Machine · Computer Systems

Embedded Systems

Exploring the specialized computers found within larger mechanical or electrical systems.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does the design of an embedded system differ from a general-purpose computer?
  2. 2What are the societal impacts of placing smart embedded systems in everyday household objects?
  3. 3In what ways do embedded systems improve safety in industrial environments?

National Curriculum Attainment Targets

GCSE: Computing - Computer Systems and Architecture
Year: Year 10
Subject: Computing
Unit: Architecting the Machine
Period: Computer Systems

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