COMP SCI 7081NA - Computer Systems
Ngee Ann Academy - Trimester 2 - 2015
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code COMP SCI 7081NA Course Computer Systems Coordinating Unit Computer Science Term Trimester 2 Level Postgraduate Coursework Location/s Ngee Ann Academy Units 3 Available for Study Abroad and Exchange N Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Dr Bradley Alexander
The course coordinator is Dr Cruz Izu
email cruz.izu@adelaide.edu.au
The local lecturer is Dr Lye, Kong Wei
email kongwei.lye@adelaide.edu.au
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.
Course is taught in 4 intensive weekends, Fridays from 19:00 pm to 22:00 pm and Saturdays 13:00 to 19:00 pm.
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
After completing this course you will be able to:
1. Explain how a program is stored in computer memory.2. Explain how a computer executes a program.3. Translate high-level language constructs into machine instructions.4. Explain how programs are stored in object-files.5. Explain how Input/output is implemented on a computer, and describe some basic I/O devices6. Explain the operation of basic software tools such as assemblers, locators, and linkers.University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised. 1,2,3,4,5,6,7 The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner. 2,3,5,6 An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems. 2,3,5,6 Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication. 1,4,6,7 A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies. 1,4,5,7 -
Learning Resources
Required Resources
There is no required textbook. Comprehensive lecture notes (300+ pages) are available online from the course website as a PDF file.
All software tools will be accessible via the course website.Online Learning
There is an online forum, managed by Moodle. A link to Moodle appears on the subject web-page. We will use the Moodle forum to announce all changes to the course, exercises, and tutorials. You are therefore strongly advised to read all mail that comes from this source — do not ignore it! -
Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
The course will be taught using a variation of team-based learning, with lecture/demonstration sessions interspersed with quiz/question time sessions. There will also be tutorial classes, and practical exercises. Students are expected to read the course notes before and after the lectures, and to actively participate in class activities, as well as attempting tutorial questions before they tutorial time.Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
Students are expected to attend all scheduled classes. In addition to the schedule contact hours, students are expected to spend 3-6 hours before/after each weekend intensive reading annd reviewing the lecture material. Besides, they will need 3-5 hours per week working on their assignment work.Learning Activities Summary
Below is the list of topics from the course notes in the order they will be covered
- 1,2,3 Intro, review of 1 and 2, DLX machine
- 3.1 to 3.5 DLX processor
- 3.6, 4.1 to 4.5 DLX Assembly code techniques
- 5.1, 5.2, 6.1 Assembler, directives, loading
- 7.1, 7.2, 8.1 Simple subroutines, Low level I/O
- 3.7, 3.8 Pass 1 review, More DLX Load/store, shift
- 4.6 to 4.8 Multiplication, arrays, records and pointers
- 7.3 to 7.5 Calling convention, nested calls
- 5.3, 5.4 Basics of translation, more directives
- 5.5 Relocatable assembly
- 6.2 Relocation process
- 8.2 to 8.4 I/O overview, Programmed I/O, Shared memory
- 8.5 DMA, Pass 2 review
- 3.9, 3.10, 4.10 DLX encoding and multiway branches
- 5.6 Linkable assembly
- 6.3, 6.4 Linkers and relocaters
- 7.6, 7.7 Recursion and stacks
- 7.8 to 7.10 Parameter passing using stack, Review
- 3.11 Exceptions
- 4.13, 8.6 Circular buffer and Interrupts
- 14 Intel Architecture
- 13 Memory Hierarchy
- 15 Processor design and Instruction sets
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Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
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Assessment Detail
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Submission
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Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.
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Student Feedback
The University places a high priority on approaches to learning and teaching that enhance the student experience. Feedback is sought from students in a variety of ways including on-going engagement with staff, the use of online discussion boards and the use of Student Experience of Learning and Teaching (SELT) surveys as well as GOS surveys and Program reviews.
SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the University to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.
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Student Support
- Academic Integrity for Students
- Academic Support with Maths
- Academic Support with writing and study skills
- Careers Services
- International Student Support
- Library Services for Students
- LinkedIn Learning
- Student Life Counselling Support - Personal counselling for issues affecting study
- Students with a Disability - Alternative academic arrangements
- YouX Student Care - Advocacy, confidential counselling, welfare support and advice
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Policies & Guidelines
This section contains links to relevant assessment-related policies and guidelines - all university policies.
- Academic Credit Arrangements Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progress by Coursework Students Policy
- Assessment for Coursework Programs Policy
- Copyright Compliance Policy
- Coursework Academic Programs Policy
- Elder Conservatorium of Music Noise Management Plan
- Intellectual Property Policy
- IT Acceptable Use and Security Policy
- Modified Arrangements for Coursework Assessment Policy
- Reasonable Adjustments to Learning, Teaching & Assessment for Students with a Disability Policy
- Student Experience of Learning and Teaching Policy
- Student Grievance Resolution Process
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