What This Document Is
This is a homework assignment for CPEG 323: Introduction to Computer Systems Engineering at the University of Delaware. Specifically, it focuses on the practical application of pipelining concepts and hazard identification within computer architecture. It’s designed to be completed individually and assesses your understanding of how instructions are processed in a pipelined system. This assignment requires a detailed analysis of code execution and control signal determination.
Why This Document Matters
This assignment is crucial for students enrolled in CPEG 323 who are looking to solidify their understanding of pipelining – a fundamental technique for improving processor performance. It’s particularly helpful when preparing for exams or quizzes covering these topics. Working through the problems presented will build your ability to analyze data paths, identify dependencies, and predict pipeline behavior. It’s best utilized *after* attending lectures and reviewing course materials on pipelining and hazard resolution.
Topics Covered
* Pipelining fundamentals
* Data hazards (and potential forwarding solutions)
* Control hazards (branching)
* Instruction dependencies
* Data path analysis
* Control signal generation
* Assembly code to pipeline stage mapping
What This Document Provides
* A series of problems centered around a specific data path architecture.
* C code snippets for analysis of pipelined execution.
* A framework for tracking instruction progress through a pipeline.
* A detailed specification for determining values within a data path and control signals.
* A scoring breakdown to understand the weight of each section.
