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CPE 403: Advanced Embedded Systems & Edge AI

TinyML, model quantization (int8), pruning, TensorFlow Lite Micro, neural accelerators (NPU), and low-power inference.

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Course Overview

TinyML, model quantization (int8), pruning, TensorFlow Lite Micro, neural accelerators (NPU), and low-power inference. Curriculum Structure & Core Modules: • 1. The TinyML Paradigm: Edge Artificial Intelligence Constraints, Latency, Privacy, and Energy Budgets • 2. Model...

What You'll Learn

  • Train, quantize (float32 to int8), and prune deep learning models for deployment on constrained microcontrollers.
  • Deploy Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs) using TensorFlow Lite for Microcontrollers (TFLM) and Edge Impulse.
  • Optimize memory footprint to execute inference within restricted MCU SRAM (<256 KB) and Flash limits.
  • Evaluate dedicated edge AI neural processing unit (NPU) accelerators and DSP instruction extensions (CMSIS-NN).
  • Design real-time audio keyword spotting and vision anomaly detection systems on edge hardware.

Requirements

  • Completion of CPE 302.

Degree Programme Curriculum Context

This course is a curriculum unit of the Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) in Computer Engineering degree framework in Nigeria.

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Course Curriculum

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8 Chapters
16 Lecture
24h
1. The TinyML Paradigm: Edge Artificial Intelligence Constraints, Latency, Privacy, and Energy Budgets: Theoretical Foundations, Mathematical Modeling & System Architecture

CPE 403 &bull; 400 Level &bull; Computer Engineering Chapter 1: The TinyML Paradigm: Edge Artificial Intelligence Constraints, Latency, Privacy, and Energy Budgets &mdash; Theoretical Foundations, Mathematical Modeling &amp; System Architecture Course: CPE 403: Advanced Embedded Systems & Edge AI Curriculum: NUC-CCMAS-CPE Accreditation: COREN-CPE-OBE Standard: IEEE/ACM-CE2024 1. Pedagogical Scope...

2. The TinyML Paradigm: Edge Artificial Intelligence Constraints, Latency, Privacy, and Energy Budgets: Worked Engineering Problems, Design Computations & Simulation Protocols

CPE 403 &bull; 400 Level &bull; Computer Engineering Chapter 1: The TinyML Paradigm: Edge Artificial Intelligence Constraints, Latency, Privacy, and Energy Budgets &mdash; Worked Engineering Problems, Design Computations &amp; Simulation Protocols Course: CPE 403: Advanced Embedded Systems & Edge AI Curriculum: NUC-CCMAS-CPE Accreditation: COREN-CPE-OBE Practice: COREN ERM / IEEE Design Standards...

1 hour 30 minutes
3. Chapter 1 Formative Assessment: The TinyML Paradigm: Edge Artificial Intelligence Constraint

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8 Chapters
16 Lectures
2 - 4 weeks
Skill Level advanced
Taught in English
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Certification of Completion
Category: University - Computer Engineering
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