Integrated Circuits Course
Master the design of integrated circuits for low-power sensor amplifiers. Delve into CMOS op-amp topologies, precise transistor sizing, optimisation of noise and PSRR, layout techniques and ESD protection, plus PVT-robust strategies to create dependable and efficient analogue front-ends for practical applications in real-world systems.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
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What will I learn?
This course provides a targeted approach to designing low-power CMOS sensor amplifiers using 180 nm and 130 nm processes. Participants will establish practical specifications, select suitable op-amp topologies, perform transistor sizing via first-order hand calculations, and address noise, offset, and PVT variations. Gain expertise in layout-aware design, verification processes, and key trade-offs to ensure successful silicon implementation on the first attempt.
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Develop skills
- Select CMOS op-amp topologies for low-power and low-noise performance swiftly.
- Calculate transistor W/L ratios, gm/Id, and biasing for 130 nm and 180 nm technologies.
- Apply first-order calculations for IC metrics like gain, unity-gain bandwidth, noise, and headroom.
- Define sensor front-end specifications to convert minute signals into precise op-amp goals.
- Understand IC integration essentials including layout, PSRR, ESD, and ADC interfacing for reliable amplifiers.
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