Analog and RF Integrated Circuit Design, Fabrication, and Test

Catalog description

For students who have some experience in analog circuit design and want to fabricate and test an IC under faculty supervision. Typically taken over three semesters (Fall, Spring, Summer, or Fall, Spring, Fall) to accommodate design-fabricate-test cycle. Design cycle: students use Cadence or Mentor IC layout tools, and HSPICE or ADS simulation tools. Fabrication cycle: a detailed test plan is developed. Test cycle: students access test facility appropriate for design and submit a report to the IC fabrication foundry. Co-requisite: ECE 539, or consent of instructor.