CSCI 330 - Computer Architecture

(4 hours) Prerequisite: MATH 330 & CSCI 325 with a grade of “C” or better. This course explores the interdependencies among assembly language, computer organization and design with a focus on the concepts that are the basis for current computer technology. Stored-program concept, computer arithmetic, datapath and control, microprogramming, logic design, truth tables, logic gates, programmable logic arrays, control, pipelining, the memory hierarchy, and caches. Lecture 3 hours, laboratory 2 hours. (Laboratory fee required) This course cannot be challenged.