cse141

CSE 141 Introduction to Computer Architecture

Lecture: MWF 905-955am, Center 113

Discussion Section: W1220-110, Center 113

CSE141L Lecture: Mondays 545-635

CSE 141 Professor: Andrew A. Chien, achien@ucsd.edu, APM 4808 (Office Hours: after class on M,W and by appointment)

CSE141 Teaching Assistants

Dongning Liang, dliang@cs.ucsd.edu (Office Hours: T11-12, 2:30-3:30, 3337A AP&M)
Jonathan Fu, yyfu@ucsd.edu (Office Hours: Th2-4pm, 3337A AP&M)

CSE141L Professor: Dennis Bauman, bauman@spawar.navy.mil

Philip Dang (CSE 141L), pdang@ece.ucsd.edu

Course Secretary: Lisa Bodecker, bodecker@cs.ucsd.edu, APM 3151

CSE 141 Web site: http://www-csag.ucsd.edu/teaching/cse141-s99/cse141.htm

CSE141L Web Site: http://www-csag.ucsd.edu/teaching/cse141l-s99/cse141l.htm

Textbook: Computer Organization and Design: The Hardware and Software Interface, Patterson and Hennessy, Morgan-Kaufmann. (web supplementary materials behind this link)

Abstract

Introduction to basic concepts in computer architecture. The emphasis is performance metrics, dimensions of the design space, underlying design principles. Processor architecture (control, pipelining), memory architecture (caches), and I/O system design.

Prerequisites: Basic digital logic (CSE140 and 140L) and software programming.

Registration Announcement

Registration is closed for this class. The original class size limit was 75 students, and we have already increased the class size to 110 students, a 50% increase in course size. To preserve course quality, we are forced to maintain course size at no larger than 110 students. Note that there will be no "late adds" to CSE141 this quarter.

One option available to students who can't get in the class, but need it urgently is Credit by Examination. This must be arranged with your provost and the registrar.

Final Examination