CMOS Digital Integrated Circuit Design

🌟 CMOS Digital Integrated Circuit Design: From Basics to Advanced Applications 🌟

Course Overview:

Welcome to the world of CMOS Digital Integrated Circuit Design! If you're eager to dive into the fascinating field of VLSI (Very Large Scale Integration) and gain a solid understanding of NMOS and CMOS technologies, this is the perfect course for you. Led by industry veteran Ross McGowan, this comprehensive program will take you from the fundamentals of device physics to the advanced applications of Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools.

What You'll Learn:

• Device Physics Fundamentals: We'll start with the basics to ensure everyone has a grasp on the key terminology and concepts that underpin VLSI design. This foundational knowledge is crucial for understanding how devices function at the nanoscale.

• Device Fabrication & Layout: Dive into the process of device fabrication and layout, which will be further explored when we simulate circuits using Electric—a free EDA tool you can experiment with on your own!

• MOSFET Mastery: Learn how to derive equations for MOSFETs, the cornerstone of digital integrated circuits. Gain an intuitive understanding through simple simulations designed to enhance your grasp of this vital component.

• Digital Logic Building Blocks: Begin with the most basic building block, the inverter (NOT gate), and progress to more complex NOR, NAND gates, and random combinational logic, culminating in the design of a full adder circuit.

• NMOS & CMOS Design: Explore the intricacies of NMOS circuit design, including the creation of basic building blocks, and then transition to CMOS design with its own set of challenges and applications. You'll conclude this section by designing a full adder circuit.

• Hands-On EDA Experience: Apply your new knowledge using the EDA tool Electric to design and lay out your very own CMOS circuits, including a full adder circuit. This practical experience will solidify your theoretical understanding and give you hands-on skills in circuit design.

Your Instructor:

Ross McGowan is not just a seasoned instructor; he's spent over 7 years as an Integrated Circuit Designer at a world-leading design house, with another 4 years at a company that includes its own wafer fabrication plant. His experience spans the entire lifecycle of chip development—from design to production and characterization. Ross has seen his designs implemented in real-world applications, giving him a wealth of knowledge to share with you.

Why Take This Course?

• Real-World Applications: Learn from someone who has not just studied these concepts but has applied them in the industry.
• Hands-On Learning: Get practical experience with Electric, an EDA tool that will serve as your lab bench for digital integrated circuit design.
• Comprehensive Curriculum: From device physics to full adder circuits, this course covers the entire spectrum of VLSI design.
• Expert Guidance: Benefit from Ross's extensive experience and personal insights gained from working on chips that are currently in use around the globe.

Enroll now to embark on a journey through the complex and rewarding world of CMOS Digital Integrated Circuit Design. Let's turn your curiosity into expertise! 💡🚀