IWKS 5300 - NAND to Tetris: Foundations of Computer Systems

Graduate version of IWKS 3300. Introduces the principles of computer systems that underlie the global information age. Starting from first principles, students gradually construct a simple hardware platform and a modern software hierarchy, yielding a working basic yet powerful computer system. Suggested Background: IWKS 2300 or similar computing experience. Max hours: 3 Credits. Semester Hours: 3 to 3