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Tribhuvan university CSIT 2065 Syllabus Computer Architecture

Computer Architecture - Syllabus

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Embark on a profound academic exploration as you delve into the Computer Architecture course () within the distinguished Tribhuvan university's CSIT department. Aligned with the 2065 Syllabus, this course (CSC-201) seamlessly merges theoretical frameworks with practical sessions, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the subject. Rigorous assessment based on a 80+20 marks system, coupled with a challenging passing threshold of , propels students to strive for excellence, fostering a deeper grasp of the course content.

This 3 credit-hour journey unfolds as a holistic learning experience, bridging theory and application. Beyond theoretical comprehension, students actively engage in practical sessions, acquiring valuable skills for real-world scenarios. Immerse yourself in this well-structured course, where each element, from the course description to interactive sessions, is meticulously crafted to shape a well-rounded and insightful academic experience.


Course Synopsis: This course gives the fundamental knowledge concern with the way the hardware components are connected together to form a computer system and how they interact to provide the processing needs of the user.
Goals:
· Introduces the fundamental concepts behind the design working and organization of a computer system.
· Instruction set architecture, memory hierarchies and interconnection.

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Key Topics

  • Introduction to Databases
    DA-1

    Introduction to databases, including examples and basic concepts.

  • Database Management System
    DA-2

    Introduction to Database Management Systems (DBMS), including advantages and examples.

  • Database Users
    DA-3

    Types of database users, including actors on the scene and workers behind the scene.

  • Benefits of Databases
    DA-4

    Advantages and benefits of using databases.

  • Data Models
    DA-5

    Types of data models, including hierarchical, network, ER, relational, and object models.

Key Topics

  • Control Word and Microprogram
    MI-1

    This topic covers the concept of control words and microprograms in microprogrammed control, including their roles in controlling the flow of data and instructions in a computer system.

  • Address Sequencing and Conditional Branch
    MI-2

    This topic explains how address sequencing and conditional branching are used to control the flow of instructions in a microprogrammed control unit, including the use of conditional branch instructions and subroutines.

  • Microinstruction Format and Symbolic Microinstructions
    MI-3

    This topic covers the format of microinstructions and the use of symbolic microinstructions to represent complex control sequences in a microprogrammed control unit.

  • Design of Control Unit
    MI-4

    This topic covers the design principles and considerations for building a control unit using microprogrammed control, including the organization of control memory and the role of the sequencer.

Key Topics

  • Introduction to Functions
    FU-1

    Definition, domain, and range of functions. Understanding the concept of functions and their representations.

  • Graphs of Functions
    FU-2

    Understanding the graphical representation of functions, including the vertical line test and piecewise defined functions.

  • Types of Functions
    FU-3

    Introduction to common functions including linear, power, polynomial, and rational functions.

  • Combining Functions
    FU-4

    Shifting and scaling graphs, sums, differences, products, and quotients of functions, and composite functions.

  • Graphing with Technology
    FU-5

    Using calculators and computers to plot graphs of functions.

  • Exponential Functions
    FU-6

    Definition, exponential behavior, and exponential growth and decay.

Control Memory, Hardwired control, Microprogrammed Control

Register Organization, Register Stack an memory Stack, One address and two address instruction, Addressing Modes, Data transfer and Manipulation, Introduction to RISC and CISC

Addition and Subtraction, Multiplication, Division Algorithm,

Introduction to Peripheral Devices, I/O interface, Direct Memory Access ( DMA), I/O Processor, Data communication processor

Key Topics

  • Memory Hierarchy
    ME-1

    The organization of memory in a computer system, including main memory, RAM, ROM, and auxiliary memory. This topic covers the memory address map and connection to the CPU.

  • Main Memory
    ME-2

    The primary storage for data and program instructions in a computer system, including RAM and ROM chips.

  • Associative Memory
    ME-3

    A type of memory that uses hardware organization and match logic to perform read and write operations.

  • Cache Memory
    ME-4

    A small, fast memory that stores frequently accessed data, using locality of reference and mapping to improve performance.