Computer Organization and Design RISC-V Edition

Computer Organization and Design RISC-V Edition, 2nd Edition, is an academic textbook that establishes the fundamental relationship between software instructions and underlying computer hardware. The volume introduces core processor operations, system abstractions, and hardware architecture through the open source RISC-V instruction set.

The thematic coverage organizes critical system concepts into sequential learning modules. Initial sections present foundational computer abstractions and processor instruction sets, followed by an examination of computer arithmetic operations. The text then investigates memory hierarchy design, including cache and storage structures, before analyzing parallel processor systems operating across client and cloud environments.

A key structural element is the inclusion of dedicated sections on Domain Specific Architectures (DSA) in every chapter. The text aligns with undergraduate degree requirements in computer science, computer engineering, and electrical engineering, offering structured material for standard computer organization and computer design courses.