Development of courses in microprogramming
Masahiro Tsuchiya · 1973
The development of two courses (one senior/graduate level and the other graduate level) in microprogramming currently proposed at Northwestern University are described. Some alternative approaches to incorporation of microprogramming into the computer science curriculum are discussed. The importance of the microprogramming concept is presented to rationalize the establishment of independent courses in microprogramming. The first course serves as a course in microprogram “appreciation”; it introduces its concept, its merits, and drawbacks associated with various applications and emphasizes “hands-on” practices on a microprogrammable computer. The second course treats more theoretical aspects of subjects related to microprogramming. The contents, requirements and teaching methods for the courses are outlined.