Michael Wasson

As a Lab Assistant for USC’s EE 109: Introduction to Embedded Systems, I supported undergraduate students in building and debugging embedded systems projects involving Arduino-based microcontrollers, digital logic circuits, and analog sensor interfaces. I provided hands-on guidance during lab sessions and open hours, assisting students with C programming, breadboarding, and using test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, logic analyzers, and power supplies. I helped troubleshoot both hardware and software issues, reinforced best practices in circuit design and measurement techniques, and performed basic maintenance and functional checks on lab equipment to ensure reliable operation. Additionally, I contributed to improving lab materials by identifying common student challenges and proposing clarifications to instructional documentation. This role strengthened my technical communication, instrumentation, and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced academic environment.