DD221V Low Level Programming and Computer Architecture 7.5 credits
This course has been discontinued.
Last planned examination: Spring 2013
Decision to discontinue this course:
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Course contents
Different forms of data and how they are represented in the computer: numbers, text and computer programs.
Machine code and assembler programming.
The architecture of computers. CISC and RISC.
Pipelining, out-of-order processing and related problems.
The memory hierarchy from register to hard disk.
C programming in general but especially optimization on the word and bit level.
Exercise in using disassembler, debugger etc.
Intended learning outcomes
The goal of this course is to give the students knowledge about
- how data and computer programs are stored on the computer
- how computer programs are executed on different levels
- how computers interpret and execute machine code
- how computers are constructedso that the students will be able to write efficient computer programs that use the computer's architecture.
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
- Mathematics D or equivalent and
- 15 university credits and
- documented proficiency in Swedish and English A or equivalent.
Recommended prerequisites
Knowledge korresponding to 2D4117 Algorithms and Data Structures
Equipment
Literature
R. E. Bryant och D. O'Hallaran: Computer Systems a Programmer's Perspective, Prentice Hall.
Examination and completion
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Grading scale
Examination
- LAB1 - Laboratory Work, 3.0 credits, grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
- LAB2 - Laboratory Work, 3.0 credits, grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
- TEN1 - Examination, 1.5 credits, grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.
The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
Other requirements for final grade
Laboratory assignments (LAB1; 2 cr.) (LAB2; 2 cr.) and examination (TEN1; 1 cr.).
Opportunity to complete the requirements via supplementary examination
Opportunity to raise an approved grade via renewed examination
Examiner
Ethical approach
- All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
- In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
- In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.
Further information
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Add-on studies
DD225V Systems Programming and Operating Systems