EEE2007 : Computer Systems and Microprocessors (Inactive)
EEE2007 : Computer Systems and Microprocessors (Inactive)
- Inactive for Year: 2024/25
- Module Leader(s): Dr Nick Coleman
- Lecturer: Dr Rishad Shafik
- Owning School: Engineering
- Teaching Location: Newcastle City Campus
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
| Semester 1 Credit Value: | 10 |
| Semester 2 Credit Value: | 10 |
| ECTS Credits: | 10.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Pre-requisite
Modules you must have done previously to study this module
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| EEE1002 | Electronics I |
Pre Requisite Comment
N/A
Co-Requisite
Modules you need to take at the same time
Co Requisite Comment
N/A
Aims
To improve and extend programming techniques at both high and low level. To intoduce the concepts underlying a microprocessor system and design, test and build such a system.
Outline Of Syllabus
Section 1
Low level C++: structures, functions, pointers, bit manipulation.
Motherboard architecture: CPU, memory, interrupts, DMA, I/O devices, status registers, memory mapping, virtual memory.
Section 2
Microprocessor and microcontroller architecture, and basic system organisation.
Review of assembly language programming.
The bus.
Memory.
I/O controllers.
Digital interfacing: logical design, timing.
Low-level programming of I/O: polling, interrupts, systematic treatment of interrupts.
Design, construction and test of a simple practical microprocessor system.
Learning Outcomes
Intended Knowledge Outcomes
Extension of C++ programming techniques, especially at a lower-level.
Extension of assembly language programming techniques.
Basic knowledge of a commercial desktop microprocessor system.
Detailed understanding of the design of a small-scale practical microprocessor system.
Intended Skill Outcomes
Extended and improved C++ and assembly language programming.
Ability to specify, design, construct and test a real microprocessor system.
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structured Guided Learning | Lecture materials | 25 | 0:30 | 12:30 | Non-synchronous, recorded lectures |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 17:00 | 17:00 | Written exam - Revision and completion |
| Structured Guided Learning | Lecture materials | 18 | 1:00 | 18:00 | Tutorial, microprocessors, synchronous online |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 20:00 | 20:00 | Programming assessment 2 |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 20:00 | 20:00 | Programming assessment 1 |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 3 | 2:00 | 6:00 | Preparation for Assessment |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Practical | 18 | 1:00 | 18:00 | Tutorial, programming, synchronous online |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Practical | 6 | 3:00 | 18:00 | PiP - Micro Prac |
| Guided Independent Study | Skills practice | 6 | 3:00 | 18:00 | Preparation for Micro Prac |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 25 | 0:30 | 12:30 | Student time to go through Non-synchronous lectures |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 1 | 40:00 | 40:00 | N/A |
| Total | 200:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
Underlying theory and its application in practice is taught in the online sessions. This is, however a predominantly practical subject and the substantial laboratory-based component reflects this. The latter requires a considerable amount of quiet reflection and preparation, time for which is allocated under independent study.
Reading Lists
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Other Assessment
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer assessment | 1 | M | 15 | Programming Assignment 1 |
| Computer assessment | 1 | M | 15 | Programming Assignment 2 |
| Practical/lab report | 2 | M | 30 | Microprocessor Practical - Design, construction, test & programming of microP system. |
| Computer assessment | 2 | M | 40 | Written exam |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
Although the underlying theory plays an important part, the course is also practical in nature and specification, design and programming skills are being assessed.
Priority has been given to the assessment of these practical skills, with theoretical aspects covered as far as possible with a NUMBAS-based assessment.
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- EEE2007's Timetable
Past Exam Papers
- Exam Papers Online : www.ncl.ac.uk/exam.papers/
- EEE2007's past Exam Papers
General Notes
Original Handbook text:
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