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The document outlines the reading topics for the CSC 303 quiz on Computer Architecture, emphasizing the importance of understanding key concepts for both the quiz and final exams. Key topics include Instruction Set Architecture, Pipelining, Flip-Flops, Memory Organization, and Integrated Circuits. Students are encouraged to take notes and grasp the differences and significance of each topic.

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303 Assignment 2025

The document outlines the reading topics for the CSC 303 quiz on Computer Architecture, emphasizing the importance of understanding key concepts for both the quiz and final exams. Key topics include Instruction Set Architecture, Pipelining, Flip-Flops, Memory Organization, and Integrated Circuits. Students are encouraged to take notes and grasp the differences and significance of each topic.

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CSC 303: Computer Architecture

Readings for the quiz

Objective: Prepare for the upcoming quiz by thoroughly reading the assigned topics. This
preparation will help you understand key concepts and enhance your performance on the quiz.

Please ensure you read the following topics carefully and take notes as you go. Remember,
these readings would also be valuable for the final exams as question might come from these
topics, so take note.

1. Instruction Set Architecture (ISA)

o Understand the definitions, significance, and differences between RISC and


CISC.
o Instruction cycle
o Instruction format

2. Pipelining

o Understand the definitions, significance, learn about the stages of instruction


pipelining and identify common hazards and their solutions.

3. Flip-Flops

o Study the characteristics and differences between flip-flops and latches and
common type of flip-flops.

4. Memory Organization

o Distinguish between volatile and non-volatile memory, and understand the role
of cache memory in computer systems.

5. Integrated Circuits

o Familiarize yourself with the definition of ICs and their advantages, along with
the classifications based on the scale of integration.

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