ECE3073

Computer systems ( 6 points, SCA Band 2, 0.125 EFTSL)

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Offered:
Clayton First semester 2006 (Day)

Synopsis: This unit provides an introduction to computer architecture using a modern microprocessor as an example. Practical considerations involved in interconnecting logic element are explored, along with software and hardware techniques for interfacing computers to peripheral devices. An introduction to communication protocols used to connect local peripheral devices to a microprocessor, including RS232/RS422/RS485, CAN bus and i2C is provided. Real time systems including concurrency, inter-process communications and scheduling are introduced.

Assessment: Examinations (3 hours): 70% + Laboratory and assignment work: 30%. Student must achieve a mark of 45% in each component to achieve an overall pass grade.

Contact Hours: 3 hours/week lectures and 3 hours/week laboratory and practice classes and 6 hours of private study per week

Prerequisites: ECE2062, ECE2071 or CSE1301, ECE2072

Prohibitions: ECE3703, GSE2303, GSE3802, TRC3300