CSC 208 is the fourth installment of a comprehensive five-part computer science series. This course provides a comprehensive exploration of computer systems from a programmer's perspective, bridging the gap between hardware and software. Students will gain a deep understanding of how computer systems execute programs and handle data, delving into topics like data representation, machine-level code, processor architecture, memory hierarchy, system-level I/O, and network programming. Emphasizing the translation of high-level programming languages into machine code, the course enhances skills in software optimization for efficiency and performance. With interactive labs and assignments, it offers practical experience in system-level programming, exploring hardware and software design choices. This course is ideal for those aiming to deepen their knowledge in computer architecture and system software, laying a solid foundation for advanced computer science and engineering studies.
Area
Computer Science
Course Number
CSC 208
Semester Offered
S/SU
Credits
4
Prerequisites
CSC 109 with a grade of "C" or higher or ROS 109 with a grade of "C" or higher