csc220

The course introduces basic digital logic design techniques and integrates the topics of general microprocessor architecture and computer organization. Topics include the design of the arithmetic and logic unit (ALU). The objectives of this course are to: help students learn the fundamental elements of computer architecture from a functional, hardware perspective; foster an appreciation of organizational models and design decisions that determine the overall performance, capabilities, and limitations of a computer system; and help students to understand microprocessor architecture, computer organization and assembly programming.