TSEA19 | Computer Hardware and Architecture Y, 5,3 ECTS-points /Datorteknik Y/ Advancement level: B | |
Aim: To give knowledge about how a computer works and how it is programmed on the lowest level. Prerequisites: TSEA 06, Switching theory and logical design.Course content: Binary arithemtic: addition, subtraction, shift, multiplication, ALU. Computer architecture: computer models, microprogramming, addressing, interrupts, I/O handling, DMA, virtual memory, cache memory, assembly programming. Memories: RAM, magnetic discs, optical discs, error detection/correction I/O units: D/A converters, A/D converters Special computers: RISCs, short about parallel computers.Course literature: Danielsson, P-E and Bengtsson, L.: Digital teknik Roos, O.: Grundläggande datorteknik Separate documents from the department about memories and laboratory exercise instructions. | ||
TEN1 | Written examination, 2 p. | |
LAB1 | Labaratory work, 1,5 p. |