Computer Architecture Field of study: Computer Science
Programme code: W4-N1IN19.2024

Module name: Computer Architecture
Module code: W4-IN-N1-24-3-AK
Programme code: W4-N1IN19.2024
Semester: winter semester 2025/2026
Language of instruction: Polish
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 3
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The aim of the module is to acquire knowledge and skills in the field of selected computer architecture issues: 1. Knowledge of basic computer system architectures, such as von Neumann architecture, Harvard architecture and their practical implementations. 2. Knowledge of architectures, instruction sets, and instruction cycles of selected microprocessors. 3. Knowledge of the types of memory used in computer systems. 4. Knowledge of functions and ability to use firmware (e.g. BIOS). 5. Using knowledge of computer system and processor architecture to create software. 6. Ability to independently expand CS knowledge.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
Is aware of the importance of an interdisciplinary approach to solving problems. [K01]
 IN_K04 [2/5] IN_U09 [1/5]
Is able to use the technical documentation of the processor and peripheral systems to design a microprocessor system. [U01]
 IN_U02 [2/5] IN_U03 [1/5] IN_U04 [3/5] IN_U05 [1/5] IN_U07 [2/5] IN_U09 [1/5]
Is able to use programs that emulate the work of various processors. [U02]
 IN_U05 [2/5] IN_U07 [1/5] IN_U08 [1/5]
Is able to select appropriate data types, addressing modes, and processor instructions for program development. [U03]
 IN_U04 [1/5] IN_U05 [1/5] IN_U07 [2/5] IN_U08 [1/5]
Able to analyze machine code stored in computer memory. [U04]
 IN_U04 [1/5] IN_U05 [2/5] IN_U08 [1/5]
Is able to use the services of the operating system and firmware to create an assembly language program. [U05]
 IN_U04 [2/5] IN_U05 [1/5] IN_U07 [1/5]
Is able to create documentation of his own program. [U06]
 IN_U02 [3/5] IN_U03 [3/5]
Is able to work in a team to complete a programming task. [U07]
 IN_U01 [4/5] IN_U03 [1/5] IN_U07 [1/5]
Knows and can characterize the elements of a computer system. [W01]
 IN_W04 [2/5] IN_W06 [4/5] IN_W07 [4/5] IN_W08 [3/5]
Distinguishes data types for representing numbers and understands their limitations. [W02]
 IN_W01 [2/5] IN_W02 [2/5] IN_W03 [3/5] IN_W04 [2/5] IN_W07 [2/5] IN_W08 [1/5]
Knows and understands the principle of operation of processor instructions. [W03]
 IN_W02 [1/5] IN_W03 [2/5] IN_W04 [2/5] IN_W06 [1/5] IN_W08 [1/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [01] 10 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01] 
Screen presentation [c07] 
Individual work with a text [f02]  		course work K01 W01 W02 W03
laboratory classes [02] 20 Activating method – peer learning [b08] 
Demonstration-imitation [c06] 
Working with a computer [d01] 
Laboratory exercise / experiment [e01] 
Simulation [e07] 
Self-education [f01] 
Individual work with a text [f02] 
Conceptual work [f03]  		course work K01 U01 U02 U03 U04 U05 U06 U07
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Search for materials and review activities necessary for class participation [a01] Preparation for classes
reviewing literature, documentation, tools and materials as well as the specifics of the syllabus and the range of activities indicated in it as required for full participation in classes
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Developing practical skills [a03] Preparation for classes
activities involving the repetition, refinement and consolidation of practical skills, including those developed during previous classes or new skills necessary for the implementation of subsequent elements of the curriculum (as preparation for class participation)
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Determining the stages of task implementation contributing to the verification of learning outcomes [c01] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
devising a task implementation strategy embracing the division of content, the range of activities, implementation time and/or the method(s) of obtaining the necessary materials and tools, etc.
Implementation of an individual or group assignment necessary for course/phase/examination completion [c03] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
a set of activities aimed at performing an assigned task, to be executed out of class, as an obligatory phase/element of the verification of the learning outcomes assigned to the course
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