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Computer Architecture and Organization

The Computer Architecture and Organization course offers an in-depth exploration of the essential principles behind computer design and structure.

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Certificate :

After Completion

Start Date :

10-Jan-2025

Duration :

30 Days

Course fee :

$150

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

  1. The Computer Architecture and Organization course offers an in-depth exploration of the essential principles behind computer design and structure.

  2. It delves into the internal mechanisms of computers, addressing key areas such as CPU design, memory architecture, input/output systems, and instruction sets.

  3. Students will examine the various components of a computer, their connections, and their collaborative functions in executing programs and performing computational tasks effectively.

  4. In this course, students will develop a comprehensive understanding of both theoretical concepts and practical applications related to computer architecture, including design and optimization techniques.

  5. Additionally, the curriculum will cover assembly language programming, the significance of microprocessors, and the influence of hardware on software performance.

  6. The focus will be on the interaction between software and hardware, equipping students with the skills to enhance software performance at the hardware level.

CERTIFICATION:

  1. Upon finishing the Computer Architecture and Organization course, participants will be awarded a Certificate of Completion.

  2. To qualify, participants are required to complete all assignments, quizzes, and either a final project or exam.

  3. The certificate is granted upon successfully passing the final assessment, showcasing a thorough understanding of the course material.

  4. It will be provided in a digital format, with printed copies available upon request.

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

By the conclusion of the course, participants will possess the skills to:

  1. Upon finishing the Computer Architecture and Organization course, students will gain the ability to comprehend the essential elements of computer systems.

  2. They will be equipped to articulate the functions of the CPU, memory, and I/O devices, as well as recognize various memory and storage types and their specific contributions to computing.

  3. Students will also learn to assess and analyze computer system performance, focusing on CPU performance indicators such as clock speed and pipeline efficiency, alongside memory performance aspects like cache and virtual memory.

  4. Additionally, they will explore instruction set architectures, comparing RISC and CISC designs while understanding how instruction formats influence performance.

  5. A thorough grasp of memory systems and management will be developed, including insights into memory hierarchies and the design of cache and virtual memory.

  6. Students will also delve into input/output systems, learning how I/O devices interact with the CPU and distinguishing between different I/O methods.

  7. The course will cover the design and optimization of computer architecture, emphasizing pipelining techniques and concepts of parallelism and multi-core processing.

  8. Students will acquire skills in assembly language programming, enabling them to write basic programs and engage with machine-level code for a deeper understanding of hardware-software interactions.

  9. Finally, they will prepare for future developments in computer architecture by exploring emerging computing paradigms, such as quantum computing and AI-specific hardware, while staying informed about the latest advancements in the field.

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Course Curriculum

Introduction to Computer Architecture
  1. Definition and importance of computer architecture
  2. Difference between architecture and organization
  3. Von Neumann and Harvard architectures
  4. Categories of computers: Microcomputers, minicomputers, mainframes, and supercomputers
Data Representation and Number Systems
  1. Binary, octal, decimal, and hexadecimal number systems
  2. Signed and unsigned numbers
  3. Floating-point representation (IEEE 754 standard)
  4. Binary arithmetic: Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
Basic Computer Organization
  1. Functional units of a computer: CPU, memory, input/output
  2. Memory hierarchy: Cache, RAM, ROM, and secondary storage
  3. Instruction cycle: Fetch, decode, execute
  4. Bus structures: Data bus, address bus, and control bus
Central Processing Unit (CPU)
  1. Components of the CPU: ALU, control unit, and registers
  2. Instruction formats and types: RISC vs CISC architectures
  3. Instruction pipeline and stages
  4. Concepts of parallelism: Superscalar architecture and pipelining
Memory Organization
  1. Types of memory: Volatile and non-volatile
  2. Cache memory: Levels, mapping techniques, and replacement policies
  3. Main memory organization: RAM and ROM
  4. Virtual memory: Paging and segmentation
Input/Output Systems
  1. I/O techniques: Programmed I/O, interrupt-driven I/O, and DMA
  2. I/O interface and controllers
  3. Peripheral devices: Keyboards, monitors, and printers
  4. Disk storage systems: HDD, SSD, and RAID
Control Unit Design
  1. Hardwired control vs microprogrammed control
  2. Control signals and their functions
  3. Microinstruction formats
  4. Horizontal and vertical micro-programming
Arithmetic and Logic Unit (ALU)
  1. Basic operations: Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
  2. Fixed-point and floating-point arithmetic
  3. Logical operations: AND, OR, XOR, NOT
  4. Booth’s multiplication algorithm

Training Features

Conceptual Clarity Through Visualizations

Interactive diagrams and animations of CPU operations, memory hierarchy, and I/O systems.

Hands-On Simulation Projects

Practical exercises like CPU design, cache simulation, and instruction pipelining.

Case Studies on Modern Architectures

Analysis of architectures like Intel, AMD, and ARM processors.

Quizzes and Coding Challenges

Reinforce learning with topic-specific quizzes and mini coding tasks.

Real-World Applications

Explore how architecture impacts performance in fields like gaming, AI, and cloud computing.

Industry-Recognized Certification

Certification on completion to showcase skills in computer architecture.

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