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CIS 21JA

Introduction to x86 Processor Assembly Language and Computer Architecture · 4.5 units · used in 73 transfer pathways

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About this course

This course is an introduction to the syntax and semantics of the x86 processor assembly language, standard instruction set, selected macros and directives, and x86 architecture.

Sections this term

Winter 2027 · updated Oct 18, 11:21 PM UTC
CIS 21JAIntroduction to x86 Processor Assembly Language and Computer ArchitectureOpen4 sections · 160 seats reported · 1 instructor
  • CRN 32261 · 61ZStaff · TBA TBA · ONLINE / TBA TBA · ONLINEOpen · 40
  • CRN 34241 · 03YStaff · MW 1:30 PM-2:45 PM · AT205 / TBA TBA · ONLINE / TBA TBA · ONLINEOpen · 40
  • CRN 36723 · 63ZStaff · TBA TBA · ONLINE / TBA TBA · ONLINEOpen · 40
  • CRN 37242 · 50ZStaff · TBA TBA · ONLINE / TBA TBA · ONLINEOpen · 40

Enrollment availability changes frequently. Confirm status in the official FHDA registration system before enrolling.

Prerequisites

  • CIS 22BIntermediate Programming Methodologies in C++
  • orCIS 22BHIntermediate Programming Methodologies in C++ - HONORS
  • orCIS 26AC as a Second Programming Language
  • orCIS 35AJava Programming
  • orCIS 36BIntermediate Problem Solving in Java
  • orCIS 41APython Programming

Catalog wording: “CIS D022B or CIS D22BH or CIS D026A or CIS D035A or CIS D036B or CIS D041A”

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De Anza courses that list CIS 21JA as a prerequisite.

Transfer pathways that use CIS 21JA

ASSIST maps CIS 21JA to a requirement in 73 published pathways from De Anza College — 24 shown.

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