CSC 360 - Computer Architecture

This course explores the architecture-level design issues of a computer system. The heart of every architectural design, the Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU), will be explored to determine integer binary numbers that are processed in combinational digital circuitry to perform arithmetic and bitwise operations. Concepts of sequential and parallel architecture including the interaction of different memory components, their layout and placement, communication among multiple processors, effects of pipelining, and performance issues will be covered. The two most common hardware architectures will be explored; ARM and RISC-V.

3 Semester Credit(s)

Crosslisted with: N/A
Laboratory/Experience Hours: N/A
Prerequisite(s): EEL 206 & one of CSC 107 or ENR 304
Corequisite(s): N/A
Repeatable for Credit: No
Core Course: No
Grade Type: LT
Typically Offered: Fall