CPE 300L:DIGITAL SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN LAB
Catalog Data
Design of dedicated digital systems and general purpose RISC microprocessors using
HDL tools and design platforms. Instruction sets and assembly language. Datapath and
Control Unit design. Performance analysis. Memory organization.
Credits 1
Co-requisites and Prerequisites
Co-requisite: CpE 300
Relevant Textbooks
Digital Systems Design using Verilog, Charles H. , Roth, Lizy Curian John, Byeong Kil
Lee, 2014, Cengage learning, ISBN: 978-1-285-05107-9
Coordinators
Dr. Emma Regentova
Course Topics
-Algorithm based implementation of a dedicated system based on standard combinational
and sequential components. Input-output. Design, test and verification.
-Instruction sets: type of instructions, addressing modes and formats. Assembly language
of a selected processor. Programming and simulation.
-A single- cycle CPU design; combinational control unit.
-A multi-cycle CPU design; FSM based and micro-programmed control unit.
-Memory interface
-Performance analysis. Faster arithmetic; architectural modifications; design trade-offs.
-Interrupt mechanism; Software-hardware interface.
Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:
1. Given an algorithm, to design a dedicated digital system using CAD tools and
HDL (1.4,1.6, 1.7,1.8, 1.10);
2. Given an instructions set, to design a microprocessor, test and synthesize it,
modify the instruction set for a better performance (1.4, 1.6, 1.7, 1.8, 1.10);
3. Describe data path and control unit using formal representation of data transfer
(1.6);
4. Analyze delays and complexity. Evaluate cost and performance of the design.
Understand design trade-offs (1.6, 1.7, 1.11, 3.11);
5. Design logic for memory chips, boards and modules. Analyze memory latencies.
(1.6,1.7, 1.8).
Program Outcomes
The appropriate technical knowledge and skills:
1.4 an ability to apply knowledge of computer science;
1.6. an ability to apply knowledge of engineering;
1.7. an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within
realistic constraints;
1.8. an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems;
1.10. an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for
engineering practice,.
The appropriate interpersonal skills:
2.2 an ability to communicate effectively.
Computer/Equipment Usage
Students use hardware description languages (Verilog), CAD software (Quartus) and
design boards (DE2-115) to design, test and synthesize circuits.
Grading
Lab Assignments, Midterm test, Project.
Course Syllabus Preparer and Date
Emma Regentova, 1/30/2015