15-213/14-513/15-513 Introduction to Computer Systems (ICS): Exam

  • There will be an online final exam. (There is no longer a midterm exam.)
  • The final exam is closed book, closed notes.
  • However, you may bring two (2) double-sided 8 1/2 x 11 sheets of notes to the final.
  • You may also bring blank scratch paper, but you are not permitted to use a calculator or any other electronic aid.
  • There will be questions similar to previous exams, questions that will test your understanding of the lab material, and new types of questions.
  • Note: These practice exams use the IA32 architecture. All present and future exams will solely use the x86-64 architecture. A detailed comparison between the two architectures can be found on the CSAPP website under the ASM:IA32 heading.
  • Listed below are some practice problems that use the x86-64 architecture:
    • Fall 2012: Questions 3 and 4
    • Fall 2011: Questions 3 and 4
    • Spring 2011: Question 3
    • Fall 2010: Questions 3 and 4
    • Fall 2009: Question 5
    • Spring 2008: Question 3
    • Spring 2007: Question 2
    • Fall 2006: Question 4

Final Exam - TBD