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About the Course

What you’ll achieve: In this project-centered course* you will build a modern computer system, from the ground up. We’ll divide this fascinating journey into six hands-on projects that will take you from constructing elementary logic gates all the way through creating a fully functioning general purpose computer. In the process, you will learn - in the most direct and constructive way - how computers work, and how they are designed. What you’ll need: This is a self-contained course: all the knowledge necessary to succeed in the course and build the computer system will be given as part of the learning experience. Therefore, we assume no previous computer science or engineering knowledge, and all learners are welcome aboard. You will need no physical materials, since you will build the computer on your own PC, using a software-based hardware simulator, just like real computers are designed by computer engineers in the field. The hardware simulator, as well as other software tools, will be supplied freely after you enroll in the course. Course format: The course consists of six modules, each comprising a series of video lectures, and a project. You will need about 2-3 hours to watch each module's lectures, and about 5-10 hours to complete each one of the six projects. The course can be completed in six weeks, but you are welcome to take it at your own pace. You can watch a TED talk about this course by Googling "nand2tetris TED talk". *About Project-Centered Courses: Project-centered courses are designed to help you complete a personally meaningful real-world project, with your instructor and a community of learners with similar goals providing guidance and suggestions along the way. By actively applying new concepts as you learn, you’ll master the course content more efficiently; you’ll also get a head start on using the skills you gain to make positive changes in your life and career. When you complete the course, you’ll have a finished project that you’ll be proud to use and share....

Top reviews

AI

Jun 13, 2021

Undeniably one of the best computer science courses. The advertising isn't false! This course permanently changed my perspective on hardware and software along with the relationship between the two...

MM

Feb 17, 2017

An excellent course provided by phenomenal professors! Everything is broken down into simple, easily understandable portions, and leaves you with a clear idea how to proceed to solve a given problem.

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By Emanuele F

Apr 12, 2021

I am a student of computer science in italy and this course help me a lot to understand all the argument that i have not study in previous year of my study.

By Reddy H V S V

Nov 3, 2020

I just want to thank Mr.Simon Shocken and Mr.Noam Nissan from the bottom of my heart for bringing up these courses (part1 and 2) for us .

You are the best :)

By Nikolay T

May 17, 2020

Great course! Complex material is explained very simply and clearly. It helps understand the architecture of computer and even touch it with your own hands.

By Emil E

Dec 27, 2016

Very good, complete, and well thought-out course. Enjoyed every lesson and task. Gives you an excellent overview of what a computer essentially is. 5 stars!

By Chase F

Jun 9, 2021

This course was awesome! It was fun and also challenging taking the concepts and then using them to build a functioning computer. Can't wait for part two!

By Luke K

Aug 13, 2019

I found the course to be really approachable, no matter your background. For me it filled in a few gaps and the weekly assignments concreted the knowledge.

By Ayush A

Aug 24, 2019

An excellent course for each CS student and everyone working with computers. The learning material is just brilliant, thanks to the most amazing teachers!

By Ezra S

Mar 7, 2016

This is the best MOOC I have ever taken & it competes with brick & mortar courses. It is a truly *amazing* MOOC and I cannot wait until Part II comes out.

By Lealem B

May 14, 2022

So far the best course I have come across on coursera! enjoyed every bit of the course, and learned a lot about computer architecture. def recommend it!!

By Jr. K

Jul 4, 2018

Really good course. You will learn how to actually build your own computer. The projects can take some time,yes .But its quite rewarding. Do check it out

By Marju P

Sep 14, 2023

This is such a fantastic course! It gives a very clear, step-by-step, hands-on experience of building a modern computer starting from basic logic gates.

By Rahul R

Sep 19, 2017

Great hands on course for beginners! Videos are very concise and thorough and the discussion forums are extremely helpful for getting through projects!

By Pravesh P

Jul 1, 2020

One of the best courses I've ever taken. The way they teach you to virtually create a computer is magical. Make you feel like you can create anything.

By Lothar N

Jan 13, 2021

The course is extremely well organized, fun, engaging, and does an excellent job at teaching the basics of computer architecture. Highly recommended!

By Leo

Jan 30, 2023

Strongly recommend to anyone minimally interested in Computer Science, programming, and/or binary logic! Best CompSci MOOC I have ever taken by far.

By James H

Dec 1, 2020

Amazing course for understanding how computers work. The projects are challenging, but achievable, and lead to a deep understanding of the material.

By Livio G

Aug 3, 2020

The course is excellent. great videos, enjoyable projects. Some little and negligible issues with the tools, but nothing really bad.

Highly suggested

By Sherry D

Nov 22, 2022

This course gives a god-like view on how the computer world is constructed step by step. It keeps me wondering sometimes if the world is simulated.

By Tommaso P

Jan 17, 2020

Excellent course. Instructors are very clear and all material is absolutely a delight to read. The projects are fun and complement well the theory.

By Gabriel F

Aug 27, 2017

Really interesting course with amazing content. Had a lot of fun during the 6 weeks of this first part and I'm looking forward doing the next part!

By Lincoln A

Jul 2, 2017

This is the best course that I have ever taken. Every step of the way you are pushed further and further. Soon, you have been pushed to a computer.

By Jayakrishnan V

Aug 22, 2021

The course is good for all levels of expertise. It starts from the fundamentals and also gives a good view of how modern computers are architected

By Nikita S

Mar 8, 2018

That was a very good course which helped a lot to understand how does exactly computer insides are working. Great starting point for any beginner.

By kaivalya r s

May 11, 2020

A Very useful and inciting course based on one of the great inventions by man. Got my curiosity related to computers satisified with this course.

By Gustavo M B

Jan 28, 2023

Excellent course, I would like you to expand a little more on the subject of sequential systems for the type of von neuman cpu that they specify