COMPUTER ENGINEERING
Bachelor	TR-NQF-HE: Level 6	QF-EHEA: First Cycle	EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code	Course Name	Semester	Theoretical	Practical	Credit	ECTS
CMP2008	Computer Organization	Spring	3	0	3	6

Basic information

Language of instruction:	English
Type of course:	Must Course
Course Level:	Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery:	Face to face
Course Coordinator :	Dr. Öğr. Üyesi GÖRKEM KAR
Course Lecturer(s):	Dr. Öğr. Üyesi TARKAN AYDIN Prof. Dr. TAŞKIN KOÇAK
Recommended Optional Program Components:	None
Course Objectives:	This course provides a comprehensive presentation of the organization and architecture of modern-day computers, emphasizing both fundamental principles and the critical role of performance in driving computer design. The topics include number system, computer arithmetic, computer evolution and performance, memory, storage, input/output, details of a processor, multi-cores, multiprocessors and clusters.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
I. Be able to use computer arithmetic
II. Become familiar with the components inside a computer system.
III. Be able to design instruction set and processor design
IV. Be able to develop the memory hierarchy, including cache design, main memory and virtual memory.
V. Be able to develop a high degree of familiarity with I/O and storage systems
VI. Be able to use the multi-core processor systems

Course Content

Instructions, instruction set architectures
Arithmetic for computers
The processor
Pipeline architectures
Memory hierarchy
Cache architectures
Virtual memory
Storage systems
I/O system design
Multi-cores and multiprocessors
Clusters

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week	Subject	Related Preparation
1)	Introduction. Computer abstracts and technology
2)	Instructions, instruction set architectures
3)	Arithmetic for computers
4)	The processor
5)	Pipeline architectures
6)	Memory hierarchy
7)	Cache architectures
8)	Midterm Exam
9)	Virtual memory
10)	Storage systems
11)	I/O system design
12)	Multi-cores and multiprocessors
13)	General purpose GPU computing
14)	Cluster

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks:	David Patterson and John Hennessy, Computer Organization and Design, 5th Ed., Morgan Kaufmann, 2009.
References:	John P. Shen and Mikko H. Lipasti, Modern Processor Design: Fundamentals of Superscalar Processors, 1st Ed., Waveland Press, 2013.

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements	Number of Activities	Level of Contribution
Quizzes	2	% 10
Homework Assignments	2	% 10
Midterms	1	% 40
Final	1	% 40
Total		% 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK		% 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK		% 40
Total		% 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities	Number of Activities	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Course Hours	14	3	42
Study Hours Out of Class	14	6	84
Homework Assignments	2	2	4
Quizzes	2	1	2
Midterms	1	2	2
Final	1	2	2
Total Workload			136

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect	1 Lowest	2 Low	3 Average	4 High	5 Highest

	Program Outcomes	Level of Contribution
1)	Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and computer engineering; the ability to use theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas in complex engineering problems.	3
2)	Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply appropriate analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.	3
3)	Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4)	Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in computer engineering applications; ability to use information technologies effectively.
5)	Ability to design, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the study of complex engineering problems or computer engineering research topics.
6)	Ability to work effectively within and multi-disciplinary teams; individual study skills.
7)	Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written Turkish; knowledge of at least one foreign language; ability to write active reports and understand written reports, to prepare design and production reports, to make effective presentations, to give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
8)	Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology and to renew continuously.
9)	To act in accordance with ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility; information on the standards used in engineering applications.
10)	Information on business practices such as project management, risk management and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation; information about sustainable development.
11)	Knowledge of the effects of engineering practices on health, environment and safety in the universal and social scale and the problems of the era reflected in engineering; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.