ECE 8446 - High-Perf Processor Arch

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Villanova University

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Description: In-depth coverage of the advanced architectural features of current and next-generation high-performance computer processors. Topics include superscalar and VLIW design, out-of-order execution, register renaming, caching, value prediction, confidence levels, branch prediction, predication, control speculation, multithreading, compiler optimizations, trace-drive simulator development and case studies of existing processors. A project involves writing a simulator to evaluate the performance of a microprocessor component. Prerequisites: ECE 3445 and C or C++, or permission of the instructor. 3.00credit(s) Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels: Graduate Engineering

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3.00

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Institution Website:

www.villanova.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 519-4500

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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