The instructor is going to send a test message after the first lecture. If you don't get such a message please let the instructor know. Only some sections of the book will be used. Therefore, it is optional. Homeworks will be about basic 8051 architecture, design and programming.
Exams are open books, open notes.
Calculators are also allowed. But no sharing is allowed during the exam. Labs and homeworks will be graded by the TAs. Exams will be graded by the instructor and the TAs. Homework deadlines will be specified on the homework assignments.