Advisor:   Yao Zheng | yao.zheng@hawaii.edu

Prerequisites:  NA

Courses:  ECE296

Focus:  

Description:  

This lab-based course is designed for first-year Computer Engineering (CENG) students to expand their knowledge of programming in Python and gain hands-on experience with computer hardware. Freshmen students will develop a solid foundation in Python programming and practical computer hardware/software technologies.

Learning Objectives:

• Enhance their Python programming skills through practical applications.
• Explore computer hardware concepts, including microcontrollers, with a focus on the Raspberry Pi Pico (RP2040).
• Understand the interaction between hardware and software.
• Design and implement engaging and practical engineering projects.
• Build technical expertise and confidence to:
  • Learn new skills and technologies independently.
  • Develop personal projects.
  • Seek internships, on-campus jobs, and professional opportunities.
  • Participate in hackathons and engineering competitions.
• Cultivate creativity and innovation in engineering design.

Course Structure:

• Labs: Seven hands-on laboratories.
• Homework: Assignments for the labs.
• Final Project: Students will design, develop, and demonstrate a personal project applying the concepts learned throughout the course.

Project Website:  https://www2.hawaii.edu/~yaozheng/projects/x296_intro_ceng_pico/