Tribhuvan University

Institute of Science and Technology

2075

Bachelor Level / third-semester / Science

Computer Science and Information Technology( CSC213 )

Computer Architecture

Full Marks: 60 + 20 + 20

Pass Marks: 24 + 8 + 8

Time: 3 Hours

Candidates are required to give their answers in their own words as far as practicable.

The figures in the margin indicate full marks.

Long Questions

Attempt any Two questions:

1

In the RISC architecture, what is meant by over lapping register window? Explain the relationship among register windows with over lapping register windows.

2

Explain the Flynn’s classification of computer architectures with diagrams.

3

What are the different types of pipe line hazards? Explain each pipe line hazard with example.

Short Questions:

Attempt any Eight questions:

4

Explain the computer components.

5

Explain the store-program concept with example.

6

Differentiate between CISC and RISC architectures.

7

Differentiate between instruction pipeline and an arithmetic pipeline.

8

Divide 10/4 using non-restoring division.

9

Define associative memory. Explain with block diagram how it can be implemented

10

Differentiate between hardwired control unit and a micro programmed control unit.

11

How does DMA controller work? Give an example of DMA data transfer

12

Explain an inter connection network and its use.