Design a Floating Point Unit 3 - Adder Subtractor

Course Title: Design a Floating Point Unit 3 - Adder Subtractor 🎓

Headline: Computer Architecture and Design (FPU)

Welcome to the "Design a Floating Point Unit 3 - Adder Subtractor" course!

Course Description:

Are you ready to dive deeper into the world of computer architecture and design? In this third installment of our comprehensive Floating Point Unit (FPU) series, we're focusing on one of the most crucial components: the adder subtractor. Whether you've journeyed with us through the first two courses or are just joining us, this course will equip you with the knowledge and skills to master the design of an FPU adder subtractor.

📚 What You'll Learn:

• Theory Recap: A brief overview of floating point numbers to ensure all participants have a solid foundation. (Not mandatory if you've completed the first course.)
• Mathematical Modeling: Understanding the core operations through the lens of 32-bit binary floating point addition and subtraction.
• Hands-On Implementation: Bring abstract concepts to life by implementing mathematical models in Excel VBA, providing a step-by-step view of data manipulation.
• Dual Path Architecture: Learn about the efficient architecture used in building the adder subtractor with Logisim.
• IEEE754 Standard Compliance: Master the design by adhering to the IEEE 754 standard, ensuring compatibility and correctness of your floating point operations.
• Special Numbers and Conditions: Handle normal and subnormal numbers, special values, edge conditions, and rounding errors with confidence.

Course Structure:

1. Mathematical Foundations: We'll start by revisiting the math behind binary floating point representation.

2. Excel VBA Implementation: Translate mathematical models into practical Excel VBA scripts for a clear understanding of the underlying operations.

3. Logisim Design: Dive into the dual path architecture in Logisim, implementing the adder subtractor circuit.

4. IEEE754 Standard: Ensure your design aligns with the IEEE754 standard for floating point arithmetic, covering all its intricacies.

5. Testing and Validation: Learn to test your adder subtractor, checking for errors and validating its functionality against various inputs and conditions.

Who This Course Is For:

• Aspiring hardware engineers and computer architects who want to understand the design of floating point units.
• Developers interested in the inner workings of processors and numerical computation.
• Students or professionals looking to expand their knowledge of digital systems and computer architecture.

Why Take This Course?

This course is a critical step if you aim to:

• Gain a deep understanding of floating point arithmetic.
• Design, implement, and verify a functional adder subtractor.
• Enhance your knowledge of computer architecture with a focus on number representations and processing.
• Prepare for more advanced courses in our FPU series.

Get Started Today! 🚀

By enrolling in this course, you're taking the first step towards mastering the floating point unit in computer architecture. Sign up now to embark on a journey through the digital domain, where you'll transform abstract concepts into tangible, real-world solutions.

Sign Up Now and Let's Bring the Floating Point Unit to Life! 🖥️✨