Digital VLSI: Gates to Systems

5 credits

Analyzes how IC-based memory and datapath blocks are designed using static and dynamic CMOS technologies. Gives students extensive experience with industry-standard computer-aided design tools, including Cadence (Virtuoso, DRC, LVS) and Avanti (Hspice). Course overlaps with: TECE 521. Prerequisite: either E E 371/CSE 371, or E E 469/CSE 469. Offered: jointly with CSE 567; W.