Case Study in Embedded Systems Development
Certificate Course - Mobility Systems Engineering - MSE.1.3.I26
| Date | Nov 16 - 17, 2026 |
| Duration | 2 days |
| Locations | On campus - Karlsruhe |
| Language | English |
| ECTS | upon request |
| Cost | 1,550€ |
Fundamentals
Understand electronic system design processes, requirements engineering, and model-based development for complex embedded systems.
Technology
Apply model-based design, analysis, and validation tools for hardware/software systems, including requirements, simulation, and risk assessment.
Applictions
Develop and validate an embedded control system (Segway-like vehicle), integrating software into a functional, testable prototype.
What you'll explore
- Explore modern electronic system design processes and engineering challenges
- Understand requirements definition, system design, and validation workflows
- Learn model-based development for embedded hardware and software systems
- Study mission analysis, functional analysis, and system concept design
- Analyze safety, security, risk, and project management in system engineering
- Work in teams to develop and present a complete system design project
- Gain hands-on experience building a real embedded control system prototype
Your key takeaways
- Understanding of end-to-end embedded system design processes
- Ability to define requirements and design system architectures
- Skills in model-based development and system validation
- Experience with risk, safety, and project management in engineering projects
- Competence in integrating hardware and software into working prototypes
- Practical experience in teamwork and technical presentation
Taught by recognized experts in Embedded Systems Development
Benefit from the knowledge of leading specialists with extensive experience in research and industry. Their deep expertise guarantees a course of outstanding academic and practical quality.
Prof. Dr.- Ing. Eric Sax
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Eric Sax is Professor and Head of the Institute for Information Processing Technologies (ITIV) at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), leading cutting-edge research in systems engineering and supervising more than 50 doctoral researchers in the automotive sector. His work includes close collaboration with OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers on topics such as EE architectures, automated driving, energy management, diagnostics, and big data analytics. He also serves as Dean of the Faculty, member of the Senate, speaker of the Center for Mobility Systems, and director of innovation and research programs at KIT.
Vitus Lüntzel
Vitus Lüntzel, M. Sc is a research associate at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) specializing in electrical and information engineering with a focus on signal processing and system simulation. His work centers on model-based development of complex technical systems and the advancement of safety-critical system engineering. He develops innovative methods for incremental safety analysis in interconnected cyber-physical systems, particularly in the context of automotive over-the-air updates. His research also includes hardware-in-the-loop simulation and model-driven vehicle development to improve consistency, reuse, and validation of modern engineering systems. He collaborates on applied research projects combining machine learning, systems engineering, and real-world validation environments.
Who should attend
This course is particularly beneficial for professionals in the following fields
- Mobility systems and automotive engineering professionals Engineers working on embedded systems, vehicle electronics, autonomous driving, and mobility technologies, focusing on system design, integration, and validation.
- Embedded systems and systems engineering specialists
Developers and engineers involved in model-based design, hardware/software co-design, real-time systems, and safety-critical electronic control systems. - Software, control, and simulation engineers in mobility applications
Professionals working with simulation, modeling, hardware-in-the-loop testing, and rapid control prototyping for complex technical systems. - Data, AI, and digital engineering specialists in mobility
Engineers and scientists applying data-driven methods, optimization, and computational tools to automotive and mobility system development. - Researchers and early-career academics
Master’s students, PhD candidates, and researchers in engineering, computer science, or mobility systems focusing on embedded systems, system architecture, and model-based engineering.
Advance your career with KIT-level expertise
Benefit from the reputation of the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) while gaining practical skills, flexible learning opportunities, and a recognized certificate to support your long-term professional growth
Flexibility
Gain focused expertise in a specific field without committing to a full degree program, allowing you to build relevant knowledge efficiently and integrate learning seamlessly into your professional routine.
Relevance
Benefit from high-quality academic content combined with practical insights, delivered by experienced experts, supporting continuous, lifelong learning while ensuring direct applicability in real-world scenarios.
Advancement
Enhance your professional profile with a recognized certificate, demonstrating your commitment to ongoing development and supporting your career with tangible, verifiable credentials.
About HECTOR School
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For this course, participants who successfully complete the examination can earn a KIT certificate with ECTS credits, which may be credited toward our Executive Master of Science or Advanced Studies Programs, subject to content alignment.