*課程說明(Course Description)
In this course, you will learn the basics of IC designs, especially the transitor-level designs. You will also get familiar with the IC-related CAD tools (design, simulation, layout, RC-extraction) after finishing all the assigned homeworks and project.
*教學方式(Teaching Method)
Lectures with power-point files
Labs
*教學進度(Syllabus)
1. Introductions
2. CMOS Devices and IC Process
3. Static and Dynamic CMOS Gates (Combination Logics)
4. Sequential CMOS Circuits
5. Chip Design Methodologies
6. Interconnects
7. Circuit Optimizations
8. Memories and Array Structures
9. Issues in Nano-scale IC
* CAD Tools
1. HSPICE
2. Schematic Entry (Cadence-Composer)
3. Layout (Laker)
4. DRC/LVS (Calibre)
5. RC extraction (Calibre)
*成績考核(Evaluation)
Midterm exam.
Final exam.
Homeworks
Project
Text Book
“Digital Integrated Circuits: A Design Perspective” by Rabaey