Computer Science 635 - Modern Computer Architecture

This course examines the structure of modern computer systems. We explore recent research results that are influencing modern machine organizations, then consider specific features and their impact on software and performance. These may include superscalar issue, caches, pipelines, branch prediction, and parallelism. Midterm and final exams, individual projects, homework, in-class exercises. Prerequisites: COMPSCI 535 or equivalent.

Open to COMPSCI graduate students only. SEATS SAVED FOR INCOMING STUDENT REGISTRATION. COMPSCI 535 OR EQUIVALENT INTRODUCTORY COMPUTER ARCHITECTURE COURSE IS ASSUMED AS PRIOR KNOWLEDGE. CONTACT INSTRUCTOR IF UNCERTAIN. STUDENTS NEEDING SPECIAL PERMISSION MUST REQUEST OVERRIDES VIA THE ON-LINE FORM: https://www.cics.umass.edu/overrides.