Microprocessor and Its Applications — What This Subject Is About
To give a strong foundation in microprocessor concepts and evolution, with emphasis on the 8085 and 8086 architectures — instruction sets, assembly language programming, memory organisation and peripheral interfacing — plus practical programming skills and real-world applications of microprocessor-based systems.
Subject 4.1 (Theory) + 4.5 (Lab) • Total 200 Marks • 6 Credits • 4th Semester — Electronics Engineering • Session 2026–27
About this document: Microprocessor and Its Applications appears twice in the 4th semester — as a theory paper (4.1) and as a lab (4.5). Both are covered here, completely, in the official order.
What You Will Study
Unit 1 — Introduction to Microprocessor (10 Periods, 24%)
Evolution and History of microprocessors, Introduction to 8-bit, 16-bit, and 32-bit processors, Architecture and Operation of the 8085 microprocessor, Addressing modes and Bus organization, Architecture and Operation of the 8086 microprocessor, Addressing modes and Bus organization
How microprocessors evolved, and the inside story of the 8085 and 8086: their architecture, addressing modes and buses.
Unit 2 — 8086 Microprocessor Programming (12 Periods, 29%)
Instruction set of 8086 microprocessors, Assembly language programming, Stack, Subroutines and Interrupt Handling
Writing programs in assembly language for the 8086: its instructions, the stack, subroutines and interrupts.
Unit 3 — Interfacing with Peripheral Devices (8 Periods, 19%)
Memory and I/O interfacing, 8255 Programmable Peripheral Interface, DC, DAC, and sensor interfacing, Serial and parallel communication
Connecting a microprocessor to the outside world: memory, I/O ports, the 8255 interface chip, ADC/DAC and sensors, and serial/parallel communication.
Unit 4 — Microprocessor-Based System Design (6 Periods, 14%)
Design of microprocessor-based control systems, Industrial applications of microprocessors, Data acquisition and process control, Case studies of real-world applications
Designing complete control systems around a microprocessor, with industrial examples and case studies.
Unit 5 — Microcontrollers and Embedded Systems (6 Periods, 14%)
Introduction to Microcontrollers (8051), Difference between microprocessors and microcontrollers, Role of microcontrollers in embedded systems, Applications of modern microprocessor-based systems
Microcontrollers vs microprocessors, the 8051, and where embedded systems fit in modern products.
Practical Work
- Introduction to 8085/8086 kit and instruction set.
- Add two 8-bit numbers using 8085.
- Subtract and compare two 8-bit numbers.
- Multiply two 8-bit numbers using repeated addition.
- Divide two 8-bit numbers using 8085.
- Block data transfer using 8085.
And more — the complete list of 23 practicals is inside the PDF.
Complete Syllabus
The full examination scheme, the complete practicals list and the reference books from the official syllabus. The unit-wise topics are in the "What You Will Study" section above.
Examination Scheme
| Code | Paper | Type | L – P | Credits | Internal | External | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.1 | Microprocessor and Its Applications | Theory | 3 – 0 | 3 | Theory 40 | Theory 60 (3 hrs) | 100 |
| 4.5 | Microprocessor and Its Applications (Lab) | Practical | 0 – 6 | 3 | Practical 60 | Practical 40 (3 hrs) | 100 |
| Microprocessor and Its Applications Total | 6 | 100 | 100 | 200 | |||
Units at a Glance
| Unit | Topic | Periods | Marks Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Microprocessor | 10 | 24% |
| 2 | 8086 Microprocessor Programming | 12 | 29% |
| 3 | Interfacing with Peripheral Devices | 8 | 19% |
| 4 | Microprocessor-Based System Design | 6 | 14% |
| 5 | Microcontrollers and Embedded Systems | 6 | 14% |
Complete Practicals List
This is the complete list of practicals from the official syllabus.
- Introduction to 8085/8086 kit and instruction set.
- Add two 8-bit numbers using 8085.
- Subtract and compare two 8-bit numbers.
- Multiply two 8-bit numbers using repeated addition.
- Divide two 8-bit numbers using 8085.
- Block data transfer using 8085.
- Sorting of an array using 8085.
- To add two hexadecimal & decimal numbers using 8085.
- To subtract two hexadecimal & decimal numbers using 8085.
- Interfacing ADC/DAC with 8085.
- To interface ADC & DAC with 8085 & demonstrate generation of square wave.
- Add two 8-bit numbers using 8086.
- Subtract and compare two 8-bit numbers using 8086.
- Multiply two 8-bit numbers using repeated addition using 8086.
- Divide two 8-bit numbers using 8086.
- Block data transfer using 8086.
- Sorting of an array using 8086.
- Perform various logical operation using 8086.
- Perform universal gate operation using 8086.
- Find 1s’ and 2’s complement of a number in 8086.
- Program for LED blinking using microprocessor I/O interfacing.
- Stepper motor interfacing using 8255.
- Traffic light control simulation using 8085.
Reference Books
As listed in the syllabus:
- Ramesh Gaonkar, Microprocessor Architecture, Programming, and Applications with the 8085, PHI.
- Douglas V. Hall, Microprocessors and Interfacing: Programming & Hardware, McGraw-Hill.
- Kenneth J. Ayala, The 8051 Microcontroller, Cengage Learning.
- B.B. Dwivedi, Microprocessors & Peripheral Devices, Asian Publishers, Muzaffarnagar. ISBN: 978-93-91541-77-4
- A.P. Godse & D.A. Godse, Microprocessor and its Applications, Technical Publications.
- Muhammad Ali Mazidi, The 8051 Microcontroller and Embedded Systems, Pearson.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many marks is Microprocessor and Its Applications worth in the 4th semester?
Microprocessor and Its Applications (4.1) is 100 marks; Microprocessor and Its Applications (Lab) (4.5) is 100 marks. Total: 200 marks, 6 credits. The full scheme table is in the Complete Syllabus section above.
Which units carry the most weightage in Microprocessor and Its Applications?
8086 Microprocessor Programming, 29% each. The full unit-wise weightage table is in the Complete Syllabus section above.
What practical work is there in Microprocessor and Its Applications?
23 practicals/experiments, including: Introduction to 8085/8086 kit and instruction set.; Add two 8-bit numbers using 8085.; Subtract and compare two 8-bit numbers.. The complete list is in the Complete Syllabus section above.
Which books should I refer to for Microprocessor and Its Applications?
The syllabus lists Ramesh Gaonkar, Microprocessor Architecture, Programming, and Applications with the 8085, PHI., and Douglas V. Hall, Microprocessors and Interfacing: Programming & Hardware, McGraw-Hill., among others. The full list is in the Complete Syllabus section above.
Is Microprocessor and Its Applications a theory subject or a practical subject?
It is assessed as practical and theory — see the examination scheme in the Complete Syllabus section above.
How can I download the Microprocessor and Its Applications syllabus PDF?
The PDF is free to download — use the download link in the Download section below. It is prepared by KAMALDNP Academy from the official BTEUP syllabus.
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Source: BTEUP 2nd Year curriculum (folder2627), approved in C.D.C. meeting held on 16.07.2026. Topic lists follow the official syllabus; short explanations are the author's own plain-English summaries, not syllabus text. Please confirm with your own polytechnic for any local changes.
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