Welcome to Computer Architecture

Welcome to the fascinating world of computer architecture — the foundation upon which all modern computing is built. In this course, we will explore how computers work from the inside out, examining the structure, design, and behavior of computer systems.

Computer architecture is more than just circuits and processors; it’s about understanding how software and hardware interact, how performance can be optimized, and how design choices impact everything from smartphones to supercomputers. Whether you’re aiming to become a systems engineer, a software developer, or simply want to understand the magic behind the machines we use every day, this course will provide the essential knowledge and tools you need.

Throughout the course, you’ll learn about key topics such as:

• The fundamental components of a computer system

• Instruction set architectures (ISAs)

• CPU design and datapaths

• Memory hierarchies and caching

• Pipelining and parallelism

• I/O systems and storage

By the end of this course, you'll not only understand how computers execute instructions, but also gain insights into why certain architectural decisions are made and how they affect performance and efficiency.

Get ready to look under the hood and discover what makes computers truly powerful!