A study of semiconductor devices with special emphasis placed on device operation in VLSI circuits. Topics include device physics, electrical characteristics, computer simulation of circuits, speed-power-area considerations, circuit synthesis and CMOS integrated circuit design. Additional lecture topics as requested may be given. A design project is also required. Weekly hours: 3 Lecture hours
A study of semiconductor devices with special emphasis placed on device operation in VLSI circuits. Topics include device physics, electrical characteristics, computer simulation of circuits, speed-power-area considerations, circuit synthesis and CMOS integrated circuit design. Additional lecture topics as requested may be given. A design project is also required. Weekly hours: 3 Lecture hours