This course explains AUTOSAR concepts, architecture, methodology, and use cases, enabling learners to understand how standardized software platforms improve scalability, reusability, and quality in automotive ECUs.
Overview
The AUTOSAR Introduction training is a focused two-day program designed to provide participants with a clear understanding of the AUTOSAR (AUTomotive Open System ARchitecture) standard and its role in modern automotive software development. This course explains AUTOSAR concepts, architecture, methodology, and use cases, enabling learners to understand how standardized software platforms improve scalability, reusability, and quality in automotive ECUs.
Learning Outcomes
• Understand the architecture, principles, and standardized software framework of AUTOSAR for automotive embedded systems.
• Identify AUTOSAR layers, software components, runtime environments, and communication architecture.
• Configure and manage basic software modules, ECU communication, and system integration workflows.
• Implement software component design, diagnostics, memory management, and automotive communication protocols.
• Debug, test, and validate AUTOSAR-based applications for performance, safety, and reliability.
• Build scalable, compliant, and production-ready automotive software solutions using AUTOSAR best practices.
Duration & Delivery Mode
14 hours
Target Audience
• Embedded software engineers
• Automotive software developers
• ECU developers and integrators
• Automotive system architects
• Engineers transitioning to automotive software platforms
Pre-requisites
• Basic understanding of embedded systems concepts
• Familiarity with C programming fundamentals
• Awareness of automotive electronics is beneficial
• No prior AUTOSAR experience is required
Skillset Achieved
• Understanding AUTOSAR objectives and benefits
• Knowledge of Classic AUTOSAR architecture and layers
• Familiarity with AUTOSAR software components and interfaces
• Understanding AUTOSAR development methodology
• Awareness of real-world AUTOSAR implementation scenarios
Course Outcome
By the end of this training, participants will have a solid understanding of AUTOSAR concepts, architecture, and development methodology. Learners will be able to understand AUTOSAR-based software designs, participate effectively in AUTOSAR projects, and communicate confidently with automotive software and system teams.
Course Outline
Introduction to Automotive Software and AUTOSAR
• Evolution of automotive electronics
• Challenges in traditional ECU software development
• Introduction to AUTOSAR and standardization goals
• AUTOSAR ecosystem and industry adoption
AUTOSAR Architecture Overview
• Layered architecture concept
• Application layer overview
• Runtime Environment (RTE) basics
• Basic Software (BSW) overview
AUTOSAR Software Components and Interfaces
• Software component concepts
• Ports and interfaces
• Sender-receiver and client-server communication
• Component interaction overview
AUTOSAR Development Methodology
• AUTOSAR development workflow
• ECU extract and system description
• Configuration and generation concepts
• Role of AUTOSAR tools
Basic Software (BSW) Modules Overview
• Microcontroller abstraction layer
• ECU abstraction layer
• Services layer overview
• Complex device drivers awareness
AUTOSAR Communication and OS Concepts
• AUTOSAR communication stack overview
• CAN, LIN, and FlexRay awareness
• AUTOSAR OS basics
• Task scheduling and resource management concepts
AUTOSAR Configuration, Integration, and Testing
• BSW and RTE configuration overview
• Integration challenges
• Testing and validation concepts
• Debugging awareness
AUTOSAR Use Cases and Best Practices
• Typical AUTOSAR ECU use cases
• Benefits and limitations of AUTOSAR
• Migration considerations
• Industry best practices
Assessment Topics
• AUTOSAR Fundamentals & Software Architecture
• Software Components, ECU Configuration & Runtime Environment
• Communication Protocols, Diagnostics & System Integration
• Debugging, Validation & Performance Optimization
• End-to-End AUTOSAR Application Development Project
Evaluation
Participants will be evaluated through conceptual assessments, interactive discussions, and scenario-based exercises conducted during the training. The evaluation focuses on understanding AUTOSAR architecture, terminology, and the ability to relate AUTOSAR concepts to real-world automotive software development scenarios.
Course Materials
Participants will receive course materials, slides, reference materials, exercises and access to resources for further learning.
Certification
Upon successful completion of the training, participants will receive the AcadNXT Certification for AUTOSAR Introduction. This certification validates the learner’s foundational knowledge of AUTOSAR architecture, software components, development methodology, and automotive software standardization principles.
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What Our Students Say
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A professionally delivered training that built strong confidence in AUTOSAR fundamentals.