Memory system design. Students design a VLSI chip using CAD tools. Laboratory project involves design and simulation of an instruction set processor. CSE 370 and CSE 378. No credit if CSE 415 has been taken.
Lectures focus on use of embedded processors in digital system design and interfacing techniques.
Writing and debugging of real-time reactive software emphasized. The project may cover an area in computer science and engineering or an application to another field. The work normally extends over more than one quarter. Senior standing and permission of instructor. Subject to approval of the undergraduate advisor and a Computer Science and Engineering faculty member.