COMP 2131: Introduction To Computer Systems
Fall 2020
Introduction
Welcome to COMP 2131, Introduction to computer Systems, a three-credit course that can be applied toward a Thompson Rivers University (TRU) credential.
The Course Guide contains important information about the course structure, learning materials, and expectations for completing the course requirements. It also provides information about how and when to contact your Open Learning Faculty Member, an expert in the course content, who will guide you through the course. Take some time to read through the Course Guide to familiarize yourself with what you need to do to successfully complete your course.
Before you begin your coursework, it also is a good idea to read the Student Handbook, available at http://www.tru.ca/assets/ol/ebooks/ol st handbook/. The Handbook provides information about key policies and procedures, such as course withdrawals and cancellations, and how to schedule final exams. It also includes information about the various student services available to you, and telephone, email, and website contact details.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact your Open Learning Faculty Member. We hope you enjoy the course.
Course Description
Students leam the basic concepts of computer systems. Students are introduced to the concepts of computer architecture, thel C' and assembly programming languages as well as the use of Linux operating system. Students leam about memory organization, data representation, and addressing. Students are introduced to the concepts of machine language, memory, caches, virtual memory, linkage and assembler construction as well as exceptions and processes.
Recommended Requisites:
COMP 1231 with a score of C or better;
or
COMP 1230 with a score of C or better;
or
COMP 2120 with a score of C or better;
Exclusion
COMP 2130
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. Describe the fundamentals of computer architecture
2. Write programs with the powerful C programming language
3. Demonstrate programming through assembly language
4. Explain the critical relationship between programming and computer architecture
5. Demonstrate efficient programming through code optimization