University of the West of England, Bristol
Computing, Engineering, Mathematics & Science
UFMEVP-20-2 : CPU Architecture & VHDL
Lecturer: Mr Nigel Gunton
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Lecturer's comments: Covers the use of VHDL for synthesis. Hierarchical and behavioural design leading to the implementation of a simple CPU. Use of state machines and data-path/controller models. Introduction to verification and testing.

ISBN: 9780123695284 - Digital Design (VHDL) Digital Design (VHDL)
Peter J. Ashenden 
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 Lecturer's comments:A great book that provides VHDL examples for modern digital systems building to a simple CPU core.
ISBN: 9780130399854 - Digital System Design with VHDL Digital System Design with VHDL
M. Zwolinski 
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 Lecturer's comments:Excellent coverage of VHDL, behavioural modelling of a CPU, state machines, datapath models, verification and testing.
ISBN: 9780201612530 - Computer Systems Organization and Architecture Computer Systems Organization and Architecture
John Carpinelli 
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 Lecturer's comments:This only contains a little on VHDL but is one of the best introductions to CPU design from a hardware perspective. A really good book if you can find a secondhand copy at a realistic price.
ISBN: 9780131911567 - Computer Systems Design and Architecture Computer Systems Design and Architecture
Vincent P. Heuring, Harry F. Jordan 
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 Lecturer's comments:Detailed coverage of cpu hardware design using a simple RISC architecture as an example. A good choice of book if you plan to take Advaned CPU Architecture in the final year.

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