Integrated Circuits

          & Systems Lab

Analog IC Design

The objective of the course is for students to learn to design and analyze CMOS-based analog
integrated circuits (ICs).

Topics covered:
  1. solid-state device physics
  2. IC fabrication
  3. layout
  4. single-stage amplifiers
  5. noise
  6. current mirrors
  7. reference circuits
  8. opamps

Mixed-Signal IC Design

The objective of the course is for students to learn to design and analyze data converter and
discrete-time circuits. This course builds upon the knowledge and skills gained in the Analog IC Design course

Topics covered:
  1. sampling
  2. data converter fundamentals
  3. digital-to-analog converters (resistor, capacitor and current based)
  4. Nyquist-rate analog-to-digital converters (integrating, successive approximation
    algorithmic, pipeline, flash, incremental)
  5. oversampling sigma-delta converters
  6. testing of data converters
  7. digital correction

Logic Design

This is the classic sophomore-level introduction to logic design class.
Student learning is assessed through weekly homework, two-midterm exams and a final exam.

Topics covered:
  1. numerical systems
  2. combinational logic circuits
  3. logic minimization techniques
  4. logic design using ROM, PLA, PAL/li>
  5. design of sequential circuits
  6. state machine design
  7. digital systems design