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CPS 242 - Computer Organization

Description
This course covers the basic instruction set, architecture, and organization of a modern computer. Fundamentals of translating higher-level languages into assembly language, and interpretation of machine languages by hardware are studied. A model of computer hardware organization is developed from the gate level upward. Topics include logic circuits, micro-architectures and microprogramming, machine architectures, and software-hardware interface issues.
Prerequisite
CPS 112 

Credits: 1

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