LinuxFoundationX: Microcontroller Applications with RISC-V

by The Linux Foundation

RISC-V Microcontrollers: Designing Bare Metal Applications

Offered by LinuxFoundationX

Course Description

Embark on an exciting journey into the world of embedded systems with our course on designing and developing bare metal applications using RISC-V microcontrollers. This intermediate-level course is your gateway to mastering the art of creating professional-grade embedded systems using an open instruction set architecture (ISA). Whether you're a hobbyist with innovative ideas, an engineering student aspiring to create cutting-edge applications, or a maker ready to elevate your skills beyond Arduino, this course is tailored to propel you into the realm of advanced embedded system development.

What You'll Learn

Design and implement your own embedded system from scratch
Navigate the process of bringing your embedded system ideas to life
Utilize SiFive Freedom Studio to create embedded systems with RISC-V CPUs
Master the intricacies of RISC-V microcontrollers and their internal operational modules
Gain hands-on experience with bare metal programming
Understand the principles of deeply embedded applications
Develop proficiency in working with open instruction set architecture

Prerequisites

Experience with C programming language
Basic understanding of schematic diagrams
Familiarity with electronics concepts (logic levels, voltages, gates, periodic signals)
Prior experience with assembly language (beneficial but not mandatory)
Access to a personal computer running Linux, macOS, or Windows, compatible with SiFive Freedom Studio
Optional: RED-V Thing Plus microcontroller board by SparkFun and a free USB port for hands-on examples

Course Content

Introduction to RISC-V architecture and its applications in embedded systems
Setting up and using the SiFive Freedom Studio development environment
Understanding microcontroller architecture and libraries
Implementing General Purpose Input/Output (GPIO) operations
Mastering Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) techniques
Developing interrupt-driven applications
Implementing serial communication in embedded systems
Practical application of bare metal programming concepts

Who This Course Is For

Hobbyists looking to implement professional-grade ideas
Engineering students aiming to create advanced applications with RISC-V microcontrollers
Makers ready to transition from Arduino-like platforms to more sophisticated embedded systems
Aspiring Embedded Systems Engineers seeking to specialize in RISC-V-based systems
Technology enthusiasts interested in open-source hardware and software solutions