Description

Introduction to VLSI

What is VLSI?
History and Significance
VLSI Applications in Industry
VLSI Design Flow Overview
Tools Used in VLSI Design (EDA Tools)

Digital Electronics Fundamentals

Number Systems and Boolean Algebra
Logic Gates and Truth Tables
Combinational vs Sequential Logic
Basic Circuits: Adders, Multiplexers, Flip-Flops

CMOS Technology Basics

Introduction to MOSFETs (NMOS & PMOS)
CMOS Inverter Characteristics
CMOS Logic Gate Design (NAND, NOR, etc.)
Power Dissipation and Delay

Verilog / VHDL Basics

HDL Overview and Applications
Verilog / VHDL Syntax and Data Types
Modules, Ports, and Assignments
Writing Simple Combinational Logic

Sequential Logic in Verilog / VHDL

Flip-Flops and Latches in HDL
Finite State Machines (FSMs)
Writing and Simulating Counters, Registers
Testbenches for Sequential Designs

RTL Design and Verification

Register Transfer Level (RTL) Modeling
Behavioral vs Structural Design
Simulation Using Tools (e.g., ModelSim)
Debugging and Waveform Analysis

Synthesis Concepts

From RTL to Gates: Logic Synthesis
Setup and Hold Times, Critical Path
Timing Analysis Basics
Area vs Speed vs Power Trade-Offs

FPGA Architecture and Design

Introduction to FPGA Structure
Differences Between ASIC and FPGA
Toolchain Overview (Vivado, Quartus)
Simple Design Implementation on FPGA

ASIC Flow Introduction

ASIC Design Flow Overview
Floorplanning, Placement, Routing (Basics)
Standard Cell Libraries
Fabrication Process Overview

Major Project and Review

Major Project (e.g., 4-bit ALU, Traffic Controller)
Design, Simulate, and Synthesize
Project Report Preparation
Feedback and Internship Completion