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课程大纲

Course Structure

CS61C 正式名字叫 「Great Ideas in Computer Architecture」。这门课先从上往下讲，从高级语言（C）到汇编（risc-v），讲了高级语言 compile, assemble, link, load 的流程。然后又从底开始向上，从数字电路讲到 CPU 的硬件实现，解释了机器语言是如何被执行的。

在这些抽象层面中间，又讲了 cache 和 Virtual Memory 及 I/O 的原理，顺便提到了 OS。另外也讲了并行，SIMD 和 线程级别的并行略作展开，介绍了 openmp。

我参加的discussion section的TA这么总结这门课：

  • Truly unique course, especially for a lower-div
  • Lots of content!
  • Explores the depths of software and hardware
  • Understanding what happens beneath your code makes you a more competent programmer
  • Understanding the needs of computing make you a better hardware designer
  • Fast paced, especially during the summer - Don't fall behind!
  • Lots of excellent resources - cs61c.org), Ofce Hours, Ed, CSM HKN
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