Electronic basics of computing

linfo1140  2022-2023  Louvain-la-Neuve

Electronic basics of computing
5.00 credits
30.0 h + 30.0 h
Q2
Teacher(s)
Bonaventure Olivier;
Language
French
Prerequisites
This course assumes that the ability to deal with simple problems via mathematical equations is acquired. This approach will be expanded here to problems related to electricity and electronics. Basic notions in physics (such as the existence of forces, the notion of energy) are also supposed to be known as taught in secondary school.
Main themes
The course aims to introduce students to the operating principles of computers to enable them to understand how their programs are executed on a simple computer.
  •     Representation of information in binary form (integer and real numbers, characters, etc.)
  •     Combinatorial logic (logic gates, construction of simple circuits)
  •     Memory management (RAM, ROM, …)
  •     Synchronous digital circuits and role of the clock
  •     Construction of a simple microprocessor
  •     Inputs-Outputs and storage devices
  •     assembly language
Learning outcomes

At the end of this learning unit, the student is able to :

1
  • Describe the main components of a computer and their role
  • Explain how information and programs are represented in memory
  • Design a small logic circuit implementing a simple combinatorial function
  • Read and write simple assembly programs
 
Evaluation methods
An oral or written exam (depending on the session) will be organized, in addition to a possible ongoing evaluation. Details are defined on the course website.
Teaching materials
  • Principes de fonctionnement des ordinateurs (Notes du cours)
Faculty or entity
INFO


Programmes / formations proposant cette unité d'enseignement (UE)

Title of the programme
Sigle
Credits
Prerequisites
Learning outcomes
Bachelor in Computer Science