Andhra University 2003 M.Sc Computer Science Computer Organisation - Question Paper

M.Sc. DEGREE exam - Computer Science
First Year 1st Semester

Computer Organisation - November 2003


Time: 3 hours
Maximum: 75 marks

First ques. is compulsory.
ans any 4 from the remaining.
All ques. carry equal marks.
ans all parts of any ques. at 1 place.

1. a. Draw logic diagram and equivalent truth table for F = xy1z + xyz.

b. discuss how to perform subtraction of unsigned numbers using r's complement.

c. discuss the use of timing control signals.

d. Covert the subsequent arithmetic expression from reverse polish notation to infix notation. ABCDE+*-/

e. describe Cache Memory

2. a. discuss Bidirectional Shift Register with parallel load

b. What is ROM? discuss different kinds of ROMs.

3. a. discuss various kinds of binary codes.

b. Derive the circuits for a 3-bit parity generator and 4-bit parity bit checker using an even-parity bit.

4. discuss different steps involve in designing of basic computer.

5. a. discuss the difference ranging from hardwired control and micro-programmed control.

b. discuss micro-program sequencer.

6. discuss the characteristics of Risc architecture and also provide the instruction set and instruction format of a Risc processor.

7. a. discuss the possible modes for data transferring from peripherals.

b. explain priority interrupts.

8.a. discuss the organization of associative memory with a neat block diagram.

b. discuss memory hierarchy.

Earning:   Approval pending.