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Semester

Subject

Year

Tribhuwan University

Institute of Science and Technology

2075

Bachelor Level / Second Year / Third Semester / Science

B.Sc in Computer Science and Information Technology (CSC213)

(Computer Architecture)

Full Marks: 60

Pass Marks: 24

Time: 3 Hours

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

The figures in the margin indicate full marks.

Section A

Long Answers Questions

Attempt any TWO questions.
[2*10=20]
1.
In the RISC architecture, what is meant by over lapping register window? Explain the relationship among register windows with over lapping register windows.[10]
2.
Explain the Flynn's classification of computer architectures with diagrams.[10]
3.
What are the different types of pipe line hazards? Explain each pipe line hazard with example.[10]
Section B

Short Answers Questions

Attempt any Eight questions.
[8*5=40]
4.
Explain the computer components. [5]
5.
Explain the store-program concept with example. [5]
6.
Differentiate between CISC and RISC architectures. [5]
7.
Differentiate between instruction pipeline and an arithmetic pipeline. [5]
8.
Divide 10/4 using non-restoring division. [5]
9.
Define associative memory. Explain with block diagram how it can be implemented. [5]
10.
Differentiate between hardwired control unit and a micro programmed control unit. [5]
11.
How does DMA controller work? Give an example of DMA data transfer. [5]
12.
Explain an inter connection network and its use. [5]