Competence research: teaching embedded micro/nano systems

In this paper, we present the development and first empirical refinement of a normative competence structure model for higher education in embedded micro systems and prospective embedded nanosystems. This kind of competence model is necessary to progress from a subjective and content oriented design of courses to traceable and outcome-oriented courses. In addition, we show a flexible alternative for teaching embedded systems in cost-intensive courses by building a FPGA laboratory offering remote access. Furthermore, we sketch out a possible way to overcome and teach fault-prone nanodevices in a Bottom-Up approach.