Start your Arm Cortex-M journey!. This specialization will help anyone involved in developing software for Cortex-M processors.

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Arm Cortex-M Architecture and Software Development SpecializationArm

What you will learn

Describe where to get resources and support on Cortex-M processors.
Describe the implementation differences and configuration options of the different Cortex-M processors.
Describe the programming model (register set, modes and states of the processor).
Describe standards and APIs that support the architecture.

Skills you will gain

About this Specialization

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This Specialization is designed to help anyone involved in developing software for Arm Cortex-M processors. Over four courses you will develop your knowledge of this popular microcontroller variant used in a plethora of devices throughout the world. Whether you're a computing/engineering professional, student, or hobbyist, the training aims to give you the essential knowledge and interactive experience required to get your Cortex-M software project up-and-running, avoiding costly mistakes.

Applied Learning Project

Learners will be given the opportunity to apply the skills they learn with several projects. For example, learning how to build and debug a basic application targeting a Cortex-M system, and learning how to boot and initiallize a Cortex-M system using standard programming techniques.

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Approximately 5 months to complete

Suggested pace of 2 hours/week

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100% online courses

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Coursera Labs

Includes hands on learning projects.

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Flexible Schedule

Set and maintain flexible deadlines.

Intermediate Level

Approximately 5 months to complete

Suggested pace of 2 hours/week

English

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Hands-on Project

Every Specialization includes a hands-on project. You'll need to successfully finish the project(s) to complete the Specialization and earn your certificate. If the Specialization includes a separate course for the hands-on project, you'll need to finish each of the other courses before you can start it.

Earn a Certificate

When you finish every course and complete the hands-on project, you'll earn a Certificate that you can share with prospective employers and your professional network.

There are 4 Courses in this Specialization

Course1

Course 1

Arm Cortex-M Processors Overview

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This course is designed for anyone wishing to learn about the range of Cortex-M processors and the different resources that can help you with your Cortex-M project. The course begins with a bit of history about Arm processors and the Arm architecture, covering the differences between the M-profile and other architecture profiles like A-profile and R-profile. This course is suitable for beginners or people without an engineering or computer science background. The introductory material also sets the scene for the courses 2, 3 and 4.

Course2

Course 2

Armv8-M Architecture Fundamentals

The course includes fundamental architecture topics that are key to understanding how any Cortex-M processor functions internally. The course focuses specifically on the Armv8-M version of the Arm Architecture, which processors like the Cortex-M33 and Cortex-M55 are based on. However, even if you're working with older processors based on earlier versions of the architecture, like Armv6-M or Armv7-M, a lot of the information is mostly still very relevant and useful.

Course3

Course 3

Cortex-M Software Development Fundamentals

Course4

Course 4

Advanced Armv8-M Features

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When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free. If you cannot afford the fee, you can apply for financial aid.
Is this course really 100% online? Do I need to attend any classes in person?
This course is completely online, so there’s no need to show up to a classroom in person. You can access your lectures, readings and assignments anytime and anywhere via the web or your mobile device.
How long does it take to complete the Specialization?
There is about 35 hours worth of content within the four courses.
What background knowledge is necessary?
A knowledge of the following is recommended: Knowledge of programming in C. Experience of assembler programming would be beneficial. Knowledge of embedded systems.
Do I need to take the courses in a specific order?
The courses are designed to be followed in a particular order. If you have knowledge of Cortex-M already then you may be able to miss out the first course.
Will I earn university credit for completing the Specialization?
No, the course is not associated with any university qualifications.

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Arm Cortex-M Architecture and Software Development Specialization

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