Exam Coverage
Exam coverage for the C952 Computer Architecture PGKO Exam
assesses knowledge of computer hardware and system design
principles, focusing on CPU architecture, memory hierarchy,
input/output systems, instruction sets, and digital logic. It evaluates
understanding of number systems, Boolean algebra, registers,
pipelines, cache, addressing modes, and assembly-level operations, as
well as system performance and optimization strategies. Emphasis is
placed on applying theoretical concepts to solve computational
problems, interpret architecture diagrams, and design efficient,
functional computer systems in real-world scenarios.
,What is the binary representation of instructions?
a) Machine language
b) Assembly language
c) Operating system
d) Systems software
a
,Which access does a register file rely on to properly function?
a) Read and write access
b) Write only access
c) Read only access
d) No access
a
, Which feature of the IBM 360/91 was incorporated into the majority of
microprocessors developed in the 21st century?
a) Branch prediction allowed the processor to proceed with the next
instruction.
b) Algorithm innovations allowed the improved parallel execution of
instructions.
c) Pipeline innovations allowed for reservation stations and the commit
unit.
d) Pipeline innovations allowed for dynamically scheduled pipelined
processors.