A Practice Approach to Teach Computer Organization and Interface Technology

Abstract

Microcomputer system is unsuitable as a practice platform for "Computer Organization and Interface Technology" learners because of its complexity. In order to solve this problem, the educators have proposed a large number of solutions, such as simulation software, embedded micro-controller, FPGA, etc., but all the existing solutions have certain limitations. This paper presents a practical approach combining simulation software and FPGA platform, which can effectively help students understand the knowledge required for the course. The approach has been in use for undergraduates of the school of electronic information and communications in Huazhong University of Science and Technology for many years, and the outcome is good.