IL2452 System Design Languages 7.5 credits

 - Review of C++ basics from the SystemC perspective
- SystemC concepts: Processes, Modules, Ports, Interfaces, Channels, and SystemC data types
- SystemC simulation kernel
- TLM concepts, interfaces, channels and modeling examples
- ForSyDe methodology

After completing the course, the student shall be able to

- explain the key concepts proposed  for system-level modeling in SystemC and how C++ features are utilized in implementing these concepts

- model systems (both hardware and software) in SystemC

- explain and compare the fundamental modeling mechanisms in SystemC and other digital design languages such as VHDL and Verilog

- master the key transaction level modeling (TLM) concepts and write own models following TLM standards for high-level fast simulation

- contrast different approaches for system-level design

120 university credits (hp) in engineering or natural sciences and documented proficiency in English corresponding to English A.

The course requires good knowledge of

• object-oriented software programming C++
• digital hardware design corresponding to IL2217 Digital Design with HDL

• TEN1 - Examination, 3.0 credits, grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
• LABA - Laboratory Work, 4.5 credits, grading scale: P, 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.

If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.

Zhonghai Lu

• 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.