1. Computer Architecture Wed: 14:00-14:00, 14/34 Instructor: Jihad El-Sana E-mail: el-sana@cs.bgu.ac.il Office:111, Building:37 Tel: 08-6477871

2. Syllabus Introduction Review of basic architecture Intel processors architecture – Processor Architecture – Memory Models Machine and assembly languages The process of assembly and linking Special assembly language programming issues – Basic Instruction – Parameter passing: assembly language and "external" – Return addresses and co-routines – Parameters passing among co-routiens – Traps and interrupts: mechanism and handling Advanced topics – Parallel Architecture

3. Course Requirements Assignments 30% Mid-term 15% Final Exam 55%