VLSI [Videos, Notes, Tests]

Embark on a journey into the intricate world of Very Large-Scale Integration VLSI Design with our comprehensive course, meticulously curated to cater to both university students and VLSI industry professionals alike.

Prof. Hitesh Dholakiya is an Electronics and Communication Design Engineer with over 15 years of experience in the core Electronics/Electrical domain as well as in the Antenna/RF/Communication field. He has taught many subjects related to Electronics and VLSI Design during his tenure of teaching. With a passion for teaching and a wealth of industry knowledge, Prof. Hitesh Dholakiya is dedicated to helping students achieve their academic and professional goals in the VLSI Design domain.

Delve deep into the expansive realm of chip design and fabrication as we navigate through a myriad of essential topics, ensuring a thorough understanding of VLSI principles and methodologies. From VLSI design methodology to semi and full-custom design, from advanced CMOS techniques to clock fault and testing methodologies, we leave no stone unturned in our quest to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in the VLSI domain.

This course on VLSI Design covers the following chapters.

1. Introduction to VLSI Design

2. CMOS Fabrication

3. MOS and MOSFET

4. MOS Inverter

5. CMOS Circuits

6. Advanced CMOS

7. CMOS Fault and Testing of VLSI

8. Verilog Practical session using Xilinx

 

Topic wise Detailed Syllabus of VLSI Design is as follows:

1. Introduction to VLSI Design:

Evolution of Logic Complexity, Full Custom and Semi Custom Design, VLSI Design Flow, FPGA, CPLD and PLC, Importance of CAD tools in VLSI design, IC Design Process, IC Fabrication, VLSI design flow, Flowchart & Domains of VLSI design flow, Y Chart of VLSI, etc.

2. CMOS Fabrication:

CMOS Fabrication Process, Twin Tube CMOS, Photolithography and Ion Implantation Technique, etc.

3. MOS and MOSFET:

MOS structure, Flat Band Voltage, Threshold Voltage, Channel Approximation, Thickness of Depletion Region,  Charge Density & Surface Inversion in MOS Channel Length Modulation, Gradual Channel Approximation in MOSFET, Drain Current Equation of MOSFET, MOSFET Capacitance, nMOS and pMOS basics with examples etc.

4. MOS Inverter:

nMOS Inverter Circuit working, Noise Margin, Resistive Load Inverter, CMOS Inverter with examples, CMOS Inverter VTC, Example on Symmetric CMOS Inverter, Propagation Delay of CMOS Inverter, etc.

5. CMOS Circuits:

Various circuits using CMOS such as NAND, NOR, Mux, Boolean  Functions, SR FF, D Latch, JK, Half adder as well as Stick Diagram of the circuits

6. Advanced CMOS:

Dynamic CMOS, Domino Logic, Boolean function Impl., NORA CMOS, Voltage Bootstrapping Circuit, Latch-Up in CMOS, and FinFET Technology in great detail

7. CMOS Fault and Testing of VLSI:

On-chip clock generation, Ring Oscillator, Clock Distribution, BIST, Stuck at Fault in Integrated Circuit

8. Verilog Practical session using Xilinx:

OR gate, AND gate, Half Adder, Full Adder, 8 to 3 Encoder, 3 to 8 Decoder, Multiplexer, Demultiplexer, JK Flip flop, D Flip Flop, BCD Counter, Finite State Machine verilog implementation in Xilinx

 

With a focus on practical application, students will engage in Verilog programming and simulation using industry-standard tools like Xilinx, gaining invaluable experience in hardware description languages essential for VLSI Design.

Led by seasoned professionals in the field, our VLSI Design course offers expert guidance, ensuring that students receive the highest quality education and preparation for a successful career in VLSI. By the end of the VLSI Design course, you will emerge with a comprehensive understanding of the VLSI landscape, poised to embark on a fulfilling career journey in this dynamic and exciting field.

Enroll now and take the first step toward mastering VLSI Design core concepts! Join Our Community of students who have transformed their careers with our expert-led course on VLSI Design! 

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