COMPUTER ENGINEERING | |||||
Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 |
Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
CMP2008 | Computer Organization | Spring | 3 | 0 | 3 | 6 |
The course opens with the approval of the Department at the beginning of each semester |
Language of instruction: | En |
Type of course: | Must Course |
Course Level: | Bachelor |
Mode of Delivery: | Face to face |
Course Coordinator : | Dr. Öğr. Üyesi GÖRKEM KAR |
Course Lecturer(s): |
Prof. Dr. TAŞKIN KOÇAK Dr. Öğr. Üyesi TARKAN AYDIN |
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. |
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 |
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 |
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 |
Course Notes: | 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. |
Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
Attendance | % 0 | |
Laboratory | % 0 | |
Application | % 0 | |
Field Work | % 0 | |
Special Course Internship (Work Placement) | % 0 | |
Quizzes | 2 | % 10 |
Homework Assignments | 2 | % 10 |
Presentation | % 0 | |
Project | % 0 | |
Seminar | % 0 | |
Midterms | 1 | % 40 |
Preliminary Jury | % 0 | |
Final | 1 | % 40 |
Paper Submission | % 0 | |
Jury | % 0 | |
Bütünleme | % 0 | |
Total | % 100 | |
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 60 | |
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 40 | |
Total | % 100 |
Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
Course Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 |
Laboratory | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Application | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Special Course Internship (Work Placement) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Field Work | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Study Hours Out of Class | 14 | 6 | 84 |
Presentations / Seminar | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Project | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Homework Assignments | 2 | 2 | 4 |
Quizzes | 2 | 1 | 2 |
Preliminary Jury | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Midterms | 1 | 2 | 2 |
Paper Submission | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Jury | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Final | 1 | 2 | 2 |
Total Workload | 136 |
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. |