The Essence of Microprocessor Engineering

"Essence of Microprocessor Engineering" a concise and practical introduction to the core components of embedded microprocessor engineering. Its objective is to provide the novice reader with the confidence to design, construct and program a working embedded system. The text is split up into three parts: Part I provides a foundation to digital systems and computer architecture; Part II considers the software aspects of the 68000 microprocessor, including programming; and Part III covers the hardware aspects of interfacing, testing and debugging and concludes with a mini-project based case study. The text is suitable for a first module in microprocessor/digital engineering, for reference for project students and for electronic amateur hobbyists. The self-contained nature of the book, together with the associated web site makes the text ideal for all students interested in microprocessors.

Sid Katzen is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering at the University of Ulster. He has written a number of books, including "Digital and Microprocessor Engineering", 2nd. ed. and "C for the Microprocessor Engineer"; both published by Prentice-Hall.