RISC-V Processor - ISA Overview

In this course, we will learn the fundamentals of the RISC-V Instruction Set Architecture (ISA) and its role in modern processor design. We begin with an overview of RISC-V and explore the concept of open ISAs, including various base ISA types supported in RISC-V. 

The course dives deep into the details of the RISC-V ISA, including registers, operating modes, and an introduction to the privileged architecture. The course thoroughly covers the RV32I base instruction set, explaining different instruction formats such as R, I, S, B, U, and J types, along with their functionality and usage. 

This is a self-paced eLearning module, with a comprehensive reference guide and knowledge checks, and you are expected to complete all the sections to successfully earn the completion credits. 
 

Course Objectives

• Define the fundamental concepts of RISC-V Instruction Set Architecture (ISA). 
• Explain different base ISA types supported in RISC-V. 
• Describe the RISC-V register set, operating modes, and privileged architecture. 
• Understand the RV32I base instruction formats (R, I, S, B, U, and J) and their functionality. 
• Explain how a processor based on RISC-V ISA fits into an SOC architecture. 

Course Duration

180 Minutes

Target Audience

Entry-level engineers, technicians, students, or any individuals working directly in the semiconductor industry

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