Course Summary:
The course explains ARM7 and ARM9 pipeline operation
The workbook provides the student with a basic introduction to the tools provided with the ARM Developer Suite version 1.2 (ADS)
The AMBA busses are viewed in detail
The course focusses on cache operation
ARM debug solutions are explained
Course Prerequisites:
A basic understanding of microprocessors or microcontrollers
Familiarity with digital logic or hardware / ASIC design issues
A basic awareness of the ARM is useful but not essential
Course Modules:
THE ARM ARCHITECTURE
ARM CPU ARCHITECTURE
MEMORY
ARM PROCESSORS OVERVIEW
ARM INSTRUCTION SETS
INSTRUCTION SETS WORKBOOT
EXCEPTION HANDLING
AMBA BUS ARCHITECTURE
ARM7TDMI
ARM946E
ARM946/966 COPROCESSORS
ARM922T
INITIALIZING ARM PROCESSORS
DEBUGGING ARM-BASED SYSTEMS
TRACING ARM-BASED SYSTEMS
ARM PROCESSOR INTEGRATION