Superscalar and superpipelined microprocessor design, and simulation: a senior project

Abstract

Abstract-An undergraduate senior project to design and simulate a modern Central Processing Unit (CPU) with a mix of simple and complex instruction set using a systematic design method is presented. The main objectives of the project are to accustom the students with modern design methods as well as to help the students gain practical experience in designing digital computers. Findings and suggestions on the use of modern work and design concepts in a group project environment are discussed.Index Terms-Processor design, systematic design methods, work and design concepts, complex instruction set, superscalar, superpipeline, simulation of systems, class project.

Computer‐based management environment for an assembly language programming laboratory

“…In Reference [4], a cache memory simulator is explained and built to enhance the understanding of cache memories. In Reference [5], a superscalar computer is presented to help advanced students to design such computers. A simulator is much more robust and controllable than a real processor, because a real processor has to run an operating system and attend interrupts, as well as execute the program written by the student.…”