Spring 2020: Datacenter Architecture
ECE 561, Wed 1:25-3:55PM, Fitzpatrick Schiciano A
[Syllabus]
This course covers advanced topics in data
centers with an emphasis on computer
architecture and systems. This course surveys
recent advances in processor, memory, network,
and storage. And it surveys modern software
systems that run in computing
clouds. Discussion-oriented classes focus on
in-depth analysis of readings. Students will
learn to reason about datacenter performance and
energy efficiency. Students will complete a
collaborate research project.
Project
[Project Proposal]
The project is open-ended and students may form groups of up to three
to pursue a project related to computer architecture and distributed
systems. Deliverables are scheduled for the remainder of the term.
Readings
Paper List. Please see syllabus or Sakai.
Participation/Discussion.
This course uses a seminar, not a lecture, format.
Each class covers particular topics from assigned
readings. Students are expected to read the
assigned papers and to prepare for course
discussions. A student will be assigned to lead
the discussion for each paper.
Response Papers.
[Sample]
The students should prepare an insightful critique
of the assigned papers due at the beginning of
class. These response papers should take the form
of a constructive paper review, including (1)
summary, (2) strengths, (3) weaknesses, (4)
directions for future work. These response papers
should be no longer than one page per reading.
Papers will be evaluated for brevity and depth of
insight.
Discussion Lead. Paper leader
should prepare pose questions to stimulate a
discussion.
