Crash Course in PC and Microcontroller Technology
- 1st Edition - February 16, 1999
- Latest edition
- Author: Louis E. Frenzel
- Language: English
Crash Course in PC and Microcontroller Technology teaches the basics of microprocessor architecture and applications in an easy-to-understand format. Each chapter includes… Read more
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Description
Description
Crash Course in PC and Microcontroller Technology teaches the basics of microprocessor architecture and applications in an easy-to-understand format. Each chapter includes learning objectives, clear explanations and examples, and an end-of-chapter self-quiz. The drill-and-review software included with the book allows learners to test themselves on the contents of each chapter, providing a second reinforcement of the material.With the two other Crash Course books, Electronics Technology and Digital Technology, this book forms a complete course in electronics and microcomputer technology appropriate for technical schools, industrial training, and hobbyists.
Key features
Key features
Programmed instruction format for efficient and effective self study
Accompanying disk with self-test exams
Up-to-date coverage of PCs and embedded micros
Accompanying disk with self-test exams
Up-to-date coverage of PCs and embedded micros
Readership
Readership
college students, computer users interested in computer operation, hobbyists, and technical professionals for continuing education
Table of contents
Table of contents
Microcomputer Basics * Binary Data * Computer Memories * How Microprocessors Work * Microprocessor Architecture * I/O Operations and Interfacing * Typical Embedded Microcontrollers * Software * Programming * Machine and Assembly Language Programming * BASIC Language Programming * 16-/32-/64-Bit Microprocessors * Personal computer Architecture and Operation * Peripheral Equipment
Product details
Product details
- Edition: 1
- Latest edition
- Published: February 16, 1999
- Language: English
About the author
About the author
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Louis E. Frenzel
Louis E. Frenzel Jr. has been a Technology Editor with Electronic Design magazine since 2000 and covers the wireless, communications, and networking and test/measurement fields Lou has over 30 years of electronic industry experience as an engineer in the geophysical, aerospace and computer fields. Prior to joining ED he was a college professor teaching electronics and semiconductor manufacturing and working on several NSF grants. He holds bachelors and masters degrees and is author of 21 books on communications, computers and electronics.
Affiliations and expertise
Technology Editor, Electronic Design, Austin, TX, USA