Automotive Software Development with AUTOSAR: Classic and Adaptive Platforms Training Course

Module 1: Introduction to Automotive Software and AUTOSAR

• Overview of embedded systems in the automotive sector
• The evolution of AUTOSAR: comparing Classic and Adaptive approaches
• Key concepts and architectural layers of AUTOSAR
• The role of ADAS systems and their integration with AUTOSAR

Module 2: Core Concepts of the AUTOSAR Classic Platform

• Basic Software (BSW) layers and the Runtime Environment (RTE)
• ECU configuration strategies and communication mechanisms
• Configuration workflows and associated tooling
• Integration strategies for AUTOSAR Classic and legacy systems

Module 3: Fundamentals of the AUTOSAR Adaptive Platform

• Introduction to the AUTOSAR Adaptive architecture
• Design principles and execution models for Adaptive Applications (AA)
• POSIX-based operating systems and Execution Management (EM)
• Adaptive Platform Services (AP Services) and communication middleware

Module 4: Communication and Service-Oriented Architecture

• Protocols such as SOME/IP, DDS, and ara::com
• Designing and configuring service interfaces
• Inter-app communication within Adaptive Applications
• Interfacing with external ECUs and the Classic Platform

Module 5: AUTOSAR Adaptive in ADAS Development

• Functional architecture and feature overview of ADAS
• Addressing challenges in sensor fusion and data communication
• Embedding ADAS algorithms within AUTOSAR Adaptive frameworks
• Analysis of real-world ADAS software architecture case studies

Module 6: Development Workflow and Tooling

• Overview of AUTOSAR-compliant toolchains
• Modeling and configuration tools (e.g., Vector, EB tresos, DaVinci, or equivalents)
• Code generation processes and deployment to target hardware
• Testing and debugging methodologies for adaptive applications

Module 7: Advanced Topics and Best Practices

• Safety and security considerations in AUTOSAR Adaptive and ADAS
• Managing updates, diagnostics, and monitoring in adaptive environments
• Optimization techniques for real-time performance
• Emerging trends in automotive software architecture

Module 8: Hands-On Practice and Project Work

• Guided practical exercises utilizing AUTOSAR development tools
• Configuration and simulation of ADAS components
• Mini-project: Designing a simple Adaptive AUTOSAR application for an ADAS use case

Summary and Next Steps