Learning objectives
The understanding of the functionality of complex electronic circuits, being able to calculate their characteristics and to dimension their elements. Choosing a suitable semiconductor technology and being able to realise digital as well as analogue circuits as far as the layout using professional CAEE tools. Being able to work with computer controlled measurement equipment.
Content
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| Introduction to semiconductor technology; |
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| Digital circuit modules: Inverters, gates, clocked circuits and memories (layout, behaviour); |
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| Analogue circuit modules: Bipolar and CMOS current mirrors, stabilization circuits, amplifiers with active load, SC technology, A/D and D/A converters, output stages; |
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| Noise: Noise mechanisms, noise models, calculation of noise data; |
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| Feedback: Feedback configurations, impact on the circuit behaviour, stability criterion, oscillation generation, frequency response compensation; |
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| Microelectronic circuit design: Digital design (VHDL), analogue design (operational amplifier); |
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| Laboratory work: Hardware exercises, simulation, and layout design. |
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