IT&C 124
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Introduction to Computer Systems
Electrical and Computer Engineering
Ira A. Fulton College of Engineering
Course Description
How a computer works, from hardware to high-level programming language. Logic circuits, Boolean algebra, computer instructions, assembly language, binary arithmetic, and C programming.
When Taught
Fall; Winter.
Min
3
Fixed/Max
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
2
Title
Computer Outputs
Learning Outcome
Describe the current and voltage limitations of a computer or microprocessor output
Title
Boolean Logic
Learning Outcome
Perform computations using Boolean logic
Title
Combinational and Sequential Circuits
Learning Outcome
Use combinational and sequential circuitry to implement digital components such as adders and counters
Title
Debugging
Learning Outcome
Analyze and solve program errors using modern software tools
Title
Binary Arithmetic
Learning Outcome
Demonstrate ability to perform simple arithmetic in binary and two's complement
Title
Computer Operation
Learning Outcome
Describe the high level organization and operation of a computer, e.g. the von Neumann model
Title
Boolean Circuits
Learning Outcome
Explain how Boolean logic can be implemented with transistor circuitry.
Title
Programs
Learning Outcome
Write a simple program in an assembly language.
