Instructor: Dr. Manikas

Text: F. Coyle, Computer Organization Course Pack , available on SMU Bookstore web site

Lectures:

• Section 001: T, Th 12:30 - 1:50 pm, Caruth Hall 147
• Section 002: T, Th 2:00 - 3:20 pm, Dallas Hall 306

Focuses on the basics of computer architecture, including how the CPU, memory, and peripheral devices interconnect to create the digital computer. Topics include the von Neumann Architecture, number systems, digital logic, and the memory hierarchy. The basics of assembly language are covered as the key to understanding how instructions in high-level programming languages are compiled into machine instructions and executed by the CPU. Internet of Things (IoT) is demonstrated in class using Arduino and other boards with embedded firmware. Parallel architectures including multicore, GPUs, TPUs are explored in the context of their role in artificial intelligence and data science. Prerequisite: C- or better in CS 1342

(Chapter and Topic)

1. A Brief History of Computing
2. Digital Logic
3. Number Systems
4. Computer Architecture
5. Input Output (IO)
6. Memory
7. Assembly Language
8. Alternative Architectures
9. The Internet of Things

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