Advanced Computer Architecture II
Advanced study of parallel algorithms, MIMD machines, synchronization, and data coherence in computer architecture.
Summary
Historical reviews of Joshua San Miguel: The course involves reading papers and a semester-long project, which can be challenging without prior architecture understanding. Exams are described as straightforward or easy relative to the content, but the readings are interesting and challenging.
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Prerequisites
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Professors
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Historical instructors & teaching patterns
Historical reviews of Mark Hill: Mark Hill is a world expert who presents material clearly and offers practical industry insights, though his handwriting is poor. He is described as caring, enthusiastic, and funny, effectively conveying complex information to students.
MARK D. HILL is recorded teaching in Spring 2008, Spring 2010, Spring 2012, Spring 2014, Spring 2016, Spring 2019. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.
Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.
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Student experience
the class
Historical reviews of Joshua San Miguel: Joshua San Miguel is a highly recommended, engaging instructor who makes complex architecture concepts accessible through clear lectures and analogies. Students value his dedication, helpful feedback, and the practical relevance of the course material for interviews.
Recent recorded grades — Spring 2024: 4.00 GPA, 100.0% A/AB (n=42 letter grades); Spring 2025: 3.70 GPA, 82.8% A/AB (n=64 letter grades); Spring 2026: 3.95 GPA, 96.8% A/AB (n=31 letter grades).
difficulty & workload
Historical reviews of Joshua San Miguel: The course involves reading papers and a semester-long project, which can be challenging without prior architecture understanding. Exams are described as straightforward or easy relative to the content, but the readings are interesting and challenging.
Historical reviews of Joshua San Miguel: Students appreciate the engaging lectures, light humor, and willingness to answer questions. The provided reading materials are considered very helpful, and the course is seen as beneficial for career preparation.
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1283 courses over the same term, each with at least 30 recorded letter grades. Cross-listed courses count once. GPA is not a measure of difficulty or teaching quality. The typical course is the median by recorded grade count; tied values are not counted as lower. Grade counts describe course scale, not unique students or typical section size.
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