| Code |
6630
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| Year |
2
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| Semester |
S2
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| ECTS Credits |
6
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| Workload |
PL(30H)/T(30H)
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| Scientific area |
Informatics
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Mode of delivery |
face-to-face
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Work placements |
not applicable
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Learning outcomes |
Acquire additional knowledge about the technologies used by hardware components of computer systems. Know the technologies of manufacture of key components of digital computers. Acquire knowledge about computer communications, data acquisition and computer control.
At the end of the curricular unit, students should understand the principle of operation of the various elements that make up computer systems. The knowledge gained in the course is useful to select, specify and efficiently use the available equipment. In possession of them, students should understand and follow the constant and rapid technological changes in order to keep themselves constantly updated.
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Syllabus |
Theoretical lessons
- Technology and manufacturing process of motherboards, CPUs, memories and peripherals;
- Data acquisition and computer control: sensors and actuators;
- Hardware / software interface;
- Computer communications and communication protocols;
- Microprocessors / microcomputers;
Practical classes
- Analysis of the constitution of computer equipment;
- Implementation of small projects in computer lab;
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Main Bibliography |
1. “Tecnologias dos Equipamentos Informáticos”, Rui Monteiro et al., ISBN=972-722-419-9, FCA, 2004;
2. “Computer Organization & Design: The Hardware/Software Interface”, David A. Patterson, John L. Hennessy; Morgan Kaufmann Publishers, 2nd Edition, 1997;
- Several Internet sites
- Articles and e-books available on the web page
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Language |
Portuguese. Tutorial support is available in English.
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