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Computer Architecture and Design

Fall 2026 > Engineering/Engineering Technology > EECE.5821 > 031V

Course No: EECE.5821-031V; SIS Class Nbr: 13176; SIS Term: 3610
Course Status: Open

Course Description

Structure of computers, past and present: first, second, third and fourth generation. Combinatorial and sequential circuits. Programmable logic arrays. Processor design: information formats, instruction formats, arithmetic operations and parallel processing. Hardwired and microprogrammed control units. Virtual, sequential and cache memories. Input-output systems, communication and bus control. Multiple CPU systems.

Prerequisites, Notes & Instructor

  • Prerequisites: Students with a CSCE career need permission to take Graduate Level Courses.
  • Section Notes: HyFlex Course
  • Core Codes: STEM, HYFX
  • Credits: 3; Contact Hours: 3
  • Instructor:
  • UMass Lowell Bookstore

When Offered & Tuition

  • W | 3:30 PM-6:20 PM ET Online
  • 2026 Fall: Sep 01 to Dec 19 15-Week (Full-Term)
  • Course Level: Graduate
  • Tuition: $2550
  • Note: There is a $30 per semester registration fee for credit courses.

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