University of Bridgeport

College of Science, Engineering and Technology

Department of Computer Science and Engineering

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CpE348D/CpE448D - Introduction to VLSI Design

Catalog Data:

Design, testing and verification of Very Large Scale Integrated circuits. Basic topological structure of ICs. Clocking characteristics. Design methodology and use of software tools. Term project will include the design and testing of a custome integrated circuit.

Goals:

The course is intended to teach VLSI design by completing the design and fabrication of a digital VLSI system.

Instructor:

Ausif Mahmood,
Associate Professor, Computer Science and Engineering,
University of Bridgeport, CT 06601.
Tel: (203) 576-4737,
E-mail: mahmood@cse.bridgeport.edu

Textbook:

Principles of CMOS VLSI Design, A System Prespective.
By Neil H. Weste and Kamran Eshraghian.

Topics:

1. MOS Transistor Theory
2. System design in CMOS technology
3. Layout and Design Rules
4. SPICE and VHDL simulations
5. Layout Editor using Mentor Graphics
6. Description and Assignment of Class Projects
7. Circuit Characterization and Performance Est.
8. Dynamic CMOS Logic
9. CMOS Testing
10. Discussion of Design Projects
11. Final Exam

Prerequisites: CpE210, EE348

1. Boolean Algebra.
2. Design of combinational and sequential circuits.
3. Design of electrical circuits and SPICE simulation programs.

Computer Usage:

• SPICE simulations
• VHDL gate-level programming using Mentor-Graphics' QuickHDL compiler.
• Gate-level simulations using Mentor-Graphics' QuickSim II simulator.
• Design Entry and management using Mentor-Graphics' Design-Architect.
• Silicon device-level layout using Mentor-Graphics' IC station.

Additional Material:

 Full Custom IC design tutorial using Mentor-Graphics