Overview
This unit covers the internal mechanism of computers and how they are organised and programmed. Topics include combinatorial and sequential logic, Boolean Algebra, counters, ripple adders, tree adders, memory/addressing, busses, speed, DMA, data representation, machine arithmetic, microprogramming, caches and cache architectures, virtual memory and translation look-aside buffers, vectored interrupts, polled … For more content click the Read More button below.
Offerings
S1-01-CLAYTON-ON-CAMPUS
S1-01-MALAYSIA-ON-CAMPUS
S1-FF-CLAYTON-FLEXIBLE
Rules
Enrolment Rule
Contacts
Chief Examiner(s)
Dr Carlo Kopp
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:
1.
Analyse simple logic circuits;
2.
Explain and analyse key processor components;
3.
Explain and analyse computer organisation;
4.
Write and debug simple assembly language programs;
5.
Use simulator programs to model computer system components.
Assessment summary
Examination (2 hours and 10 minutes): 60%; In-semester assessment: 40%.
This unit contains hurdle requirements which you must achieve to be able to pass the unit. The consequence of not achieving a hurdle requirement is a fail grade (NH) and a maximum mark of 45 for the unit.
Workload requirements
Workload
Availability in areas of study
Advanced computer science
Computer networks and security
Computer networks and security