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This entry is from Winter semester 2016/17 and might be obsolete. You can find a current equivalent here.

CS 140 — Technical Computer Science
(dt. Technische Informatik)

Level, degree of commitment Basic module, depends on importing study program
Forms of teaching and learning,
workload		 Lecture (4 SWS), recitation class (2 SWS),
270 hours (90 h attendance, 180 h private study)
Credit points,
formal requirements		 9 CP
Course requirement(s): Written examination
Examination type: Successful completion of at least 50 percent of the points from the weekly exercises as well as at least 2 presentations of the tasks.
Language,
Grading		 German,
The grading is done with 0 to 15 points according to the examination regulations for the degree program B.Sc. Computer Science.
Subject, Origin Computer Science, B.Sc. Computer Science
Duration,
frequency		 One semester,
each winter semester
Person in charge of the module's outline Prof. Dr. Thorsten Thormählen

Contents

  • Representation of numbers and characters
  • Boolean algebra
  • Normal forms
  • Conversion and minimization
  • Time behavior and hazards
  • Logic circuits
  • Memory
  • CPU
  • Machine language and assembler
  • Processor architectures

Qualification Goals

The Computer Engineering course provides basic knowledge of computer structures and the operation of microelectronic circuits. This includes exposure to the laws of Boolean algebra, the design and simplification of Boolean circuits, skills in sequential circuit design, and knowledge of arithmetic circuits and CMOS transistors. In addition, the student will gain an understanding of the structure and function of a central processing unit (CPU), elementary skills in machine language programming, and an understanding of various computer architecture concepts. Furthermore, the general ability to work scientifically and solve problems will be improved.


Prerequisites

None


Recommended Reading

  • D. W. Hoffmann: Grundlagen der Technischen Informatik, Hanser 2007;
  • H. Bähring: Mikrorechner-Systeme. Mikroprozessoren, Speicher, Peripherie; Springer 2005; P. Herrmann: Rechnerarchitektur. Aufbau, Organisation und Implementierung ; Vieweg 2000;
  • D. A. Patterson, J.L. Hennessy: Rechnerorganisation und Entwurf, Spektrum 2005;
  • H. P. Gumm, M. Sommer: Einführung in die Informatik, Oldenbourg 2009;



Please note:

This page describes a module according to the latest valid module guide in Winter semester 2016/17. Most rules valid for a module are not covered by the examination regulations and can therefore be updated on a semesterly basis. The following versions are available in the online module guide:

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