Integrated Micro and Nanotechnology Sensory Systems

3 credits · Graduate Programs

Integrated circuits for sensing. The physical process of sensing photons and ions. The circuitry of signal amplification. Considerations for integrated circuit implementation. Solid state sensors and development in CMOS technology. Analog to Digital conversion in sensory arrays. Technology scaling and impact. Low voltage and implications regarding signal processing. Other types of sensors such as pH sensing. MEMS technology and applications. Integrated Light sources. System examples. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering or the MSc in Electrical Engineering. Antirequisite(s): Credit for Electrical Engineering 691 and 619.26 will not be allowed.