48451 Advanced Digital Systems
6cpRequisite(s): 48441 Introductory Digital Systems
Field of practice: Electrical Engineering major and Information and Communication Technology major
Undergraduate
Subject coordinator: Dr A Al-Ani
The subject has two major components: analysis/design and implementation of an advanced computing node. The components are integrated and are each worth 50 per cent of the subject mark.
The subject provides an in-depth understanding of the analysis/design and implementation of advanced digital hardware at medium scale computer system building block level. It builds on the basics of 48441 Introductory Digital Systems introduced in the earlier fields of practice subject.
Topics include digital design process, functional design, implementation technologies, advanced computer architectures, and memory and I/O systems. It emphasises computer-aided design, including the use of VHDL specification, simulation and programmable VLSI implementation technologies.
Assessment: This subject is assessed through a combination of assignments and a final exam.
Typical availability
Autumn semester, City campus
Spring semester, City campus
Fee information
2009 contribution for post-2008 Commonwealth-supported students: $926.50
Note: Students who commenced prior to 1 January 2008 should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students
Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth Supported places.
2009 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,650.00
Note: Fees for Postgraduate domestic fee-paying students and international students are charged according to the course they are enrolled in. Students should refer to the Annual Fees Schedule.
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