Foundations of Computing: Computer Architecture

Understanding how computers process instructions and optimize performance can be challenging without a strong foundation in computer architecture. In this course, Foundations of Computing: Computer Architecture, you’ll learn the key components of computer systems from the ground up. First, you’ll explore the core components of computer architecture, including the CPU, memory, and storage. Next, you’ll discover how instruction sets, pipelining, and caching impact performance. Finally, you’ll learn how compilers translate high-level code into assembly and how optimization techniques improve execution speed. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of computer architecture needed to evaluate and enhance system performance.