INF-1200 Computer fundamentals

Work Load 10  credits (ECTS)

Contents The course introduces fundamental concepts of computing systems. Topics introduced include digital logic structures, binary arithmetic and data representation, a model for processing of computer programs, the operation of memory, instructions sets, machine and assembly language programming, and interaction with the operating system.

Form of teaching Lectures: 30, Colloquium: 30, Laboratory: 30 The coursework includes up to 3 written assignments graded Pass/Fail. Oral presentation of the assignments and demonstration of a working system can be claimed. Approved assignments give access to the final written exam.

Compulsory teaching 3 assignments

Assessment Fall and Spring exams. 4 hours final exam graded by letter A-F. The overall grade for the course is determined 100% by the final exam.

Examination semester Autumn

Date(s) of written examination 14.12.2004 The exam date is preliminary and may be subject to change. Definitive exam date will be announced on the notice boards at the faculties in the beginning of May for the spring semester and in the beginning of November for the autumn semester.

Level of course/Year of study Normally first year.

Type of course Theoretical and practical subject.

Recommended reading/syllabus Available on request. See also link to Details.

Language of instruction Norwegian

Homepage http://uit.no/informatikk/inf1200/

Prerequisites
Equivalent to 2MX Mathematics (2nd level Norwegian high-school.)

Overlap other courses
D-241: 5 ECTS credits