Architectural issues, such as instruction-set design and data types and their representation are included. Material will be taken from Chapters 1 through 7 and the appendices of the assigned text. Additions and deletions will be made as appropriate. Homework as assigned, research paper, participation in class, two take-home tests. Regular attendance is expected.
Students are responsible for all material covered in class.
The last day to withdraw from this course without penalty is prior to the start of class on May 31. Assignments are due on the date announced at the time assignments are made. It is assumed that all material submitted for grading represents the efforts of the student submitting the work. Failure to comply with this policy will result in a grade of zero for the assignment. A second violation of this policy will result in failure of the course.