COSC 2331 - Intro To Computer Org & Architec

Institution:

Saint Edward's University

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Description:

An introduction to instruction set architectures (ISA), emphasizing central processor organization and operation. Specific topics include integer and floating point representations, character codes, register architectures, ISA level addressing modes, instruction execution cycle, interrupt cycles, operating modes, subroutine call/return and I/O services, digital logic gates and basic boolean algebra, sequential and combinational circuits, Karnaugh maps for circuit minimization, caching, pipelining, I/O devices, buses, and bus protocols. Programs will be assigned in a representative assembly language to explore these areas. Prerequisites: C or better in COSC 1323. Spring. (Fall)

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.stedwards.edu

Phone Number:

(512) 448-8400

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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