CSCI-UA 436 - Computer Architecture

Institution:

New York University

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Description:

A first course in the structure and design of computer systems. Basic logic modules and arithmetic circuits. Control unit design of computers and structure of a simple processor; speed-up techniques. Storage technologies and structure of memory hierarchies; error detection and correction. Input/ output structures, busses, programmed data transfer, interrupts, DMA, and microprocessors. Discussion of various computer architectures; stack, pipeline, and parallel machines; and multiple functional units.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.nyu.edu

Phone Number:

(212) 998-1212

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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