Computer Aided Design 1 (ILV)

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Course lecturer:

Dr.-Ing.

 Michael Köberle
Course numberM2.0284.10.051
Course codeCAD-1
Curriculum2023
Semester of degree program Semester 1
Mode of delivery Presencecourse
Units per week3,0
ECTS credits5,0
Language of instruction English

  • Students are able to work with industry standard CAD tools for full-custom integrated circuit design, modelling, simulation.
  • They can generate mask layout of analog integrated circuits, are able to interpret required layout checks (e.g. DRC, LVS) and can fix eventual errors.
  • Students can use the CAD tools to carry out exercises and small projects.

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  • Introduction to CAD tools - operating systems
  • Modelling and representation - design entry
  • Analog simulation tools
  • Mask layout design tools - extraction, DRC, ERC, LVS
Labs: All labs run in parallel to lectures and provide hands-on experience in using industry standard CAD tools.
Tutorials on:
  • The UNIX Operating System
  • Transistor level design tools

Lecture material as provided in the course (required)
Recommended reading as follows:

  • A. Hastings,The Art of Analog Layout, Pearson Education, Inc., 2006.

Hands-on examples in classroom.
Homework covering the topics presented in lecture.
Project-based learning and collaborative learning.

Integrated module examination
Final examination character, including homework assignments and delivery of project work