Microprocessors 1: Introduction

Class Number: ELECTECH 10605163-1 - Micro 1: Introduction
Offering Status: Open
Academic Level: Post_Secondary
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Course Description

10-605-163 MICROPROCESSORS 1: INTRODUCTION ...use of simulation software, fundamentals of C language programming, basic logic and control, analog and digital inputs, flowcharting, motor control, objects, and PWM techniques. (Pre-requisite: 10-660-105, DC 2: Circuits; 10-660-103 Digital 3: Registers; or Instructor Approval)

Course Typically Offered

  • Fall
  • Spring

Most NWTC classes are offered in 8-week sessions. Learn more about how our class schedule can help you succeed.

What will I learn?

  1. Describe microcontroller/microprocessor architecture.
  2. Investigate arithmetic operations used in microcomputer systems.
  3. Utilize program planning tools. (flowcharts, pseudo code, or others)
  4. Use various numerical representations and variable types
  5. Utilize simple decision instructions in a program.
  6. Demonstrate input and output instructions in a microcontroller program.

Class Details

Class Number:
ELECTECH 10605163-1 - Micro 1: Introduction
Location:
NWTC Green Bay
Date:
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Delivery:
Blended-less than 50% online
Term:
2026 Fall Session 2

Class Notes

·         Class Format: Recorded lectures via NWTC Canvas and lab time in ET129

·         Lab Activities: Complete hands-on labs in ET129 during posted open lab times.

·         Online Materials: Access anywhere with internet access.

·         Time Commitment: Plan for approximately 30 hours to complete the course.

·         Preparation: Review online materials and talk to an instructor in ET129 before starting lab work.

·         Questions: Reach out to the instructor through Canvas.

·         Lab Hours: ET129 is open for limited hours during summer; check with your instructor.

·         Campus Closures: Lab observes all college closure dates.

 

This course may require specific safety equipment and/or the purchase of parts kits.

Meetings Times

Dates Day(s) / Time Location
10/21/2026 - 12/18/2026 Online
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
10/21/2026 - 12/18/2026 Self Paced
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Green Bay Campus Room ET129

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