COSC 305 - Computer Organization and Architecture (4)

Study of concepts of computer systems and computer architecture. Focus on the fundamentals of logic design, the organization and structure of the major hardware components of computers, and the mechanics of information transfer and control within a computer system. Includes lab experiences in assembler language programming and simulation of computer circuits, and investigation of different architectures (composition and connection of larger blocks) supporting parallel computing and data communications. Prereq: Grade of C or better in COSC 110. Recommended Prereq: COSC 200. Offered: Fall.