07 September, 2024 Prof. Kaustubh Vyas Assistant Professor, Electrical Department VGEC ChandkhedaName of Department/Organizer : Electrical Engineering Department, VGEC Chandkheda Date & Time : 7/09/2024 & 1 PM -3 PM No of 6th Sem students : 84 Speaker : Mr. Lalit Patil, Senior System Test Engineer, Magna Electronics, Pune Hosted By :
Objective of the Session:
The Department of Electrical Engineering, VGEC, organized an expert lecture on “ARM Controllers: Powering the Future of Embedded Systems & IoT” on 1st March 2025 for 6th semester students.
The session was conducted by Mr. Lalit Patil, Senior System Test Engineer at Magna Electronics, Pune, who has rich industrial experience in the field of embedded systems and automotive electronics.
Mr. Patil began the online session with an introduction to microcontrollers and their evolution, highlighting the transition from 8-bit to 32-bit architectures and the rise of ARM Cortex series as the global standard. He explained the Cortex-M family (M0, M3, M4, M7, M23, M33, M55) and their relevance in different application domains such as IoT devices, automotive systems, industrial automation, and edge AI.
The expert also provided insights into real-world applications of ARM controllers in sectors like smart homes, medical electronics, and automotive safety (ADAS), and consumer gadgets. He emphasized the importance of low-power design, secure communication, and real-time processing, which make ARM controllers highly suitable for IoT and embedded applications.
Towards the end of the session, Mr. Patil guided the students on career opportunities in embedded systems, advising them to enhance their skills in C programming, RTOS, IoT protocols, and ARM development tools. He also encouraged them to take up ARM-based projects for their final year to align with current industry demands. The lecture concluded with an engaging Q&A session, where students interacted enthusiastically and clarified their queries related to embedded systems, IoT, and career paths in this domain.
Outcome:
Students understood the role of ARM controllers in modern embedded and IoT systems. They gained exposure to industry applications and future trends such as edge AI. The session motivated students to explore ARM-based projects and career opportunities in embedded systems.
Acknowledgement
The Department of Electrical Engineering expresses gratitude to Mr. Lalit Patil for sharing his valuable knowledge and experiences. Special thanks to the Head of Department and faculty coordinators for successfully organizing the event.
