Frontend to Backend - RTL to GDSII [ASIC TI]

Job oriented Training + Industrial Guidance + Placement Assistance

Gain hands-on expertise in ASIC DESIGN & VERIFICATION, mastering industry tools and methodologies for a successful career

Demo Sessions - Introduction to VLSI Design

Overview of VLSI Design Flow

Complete understanding of the VLSI design process from concept to silicon

Frontend Domain vs Backend Domain

Clear distinction between frontend and backend roles in VLSI design

Discussion on Industry Requirements

Insights into current industry demands and skill expectations

FPGA vs ASIC vs SOC Designs

Comparative analysis of different design approaches and their applications

Moore's Law and Nanometer Technology

Understanding semiconductor scaling and its implications

Importance of Digital Electronics

Foundation concepts essential for VLSI design and verification

Introduction to RTL Design & Verification

Getting started with Register Transfer Level design and verification methodologies

Course Module

Module 1 -Advanced Digital Logic Design

Glitches & Hazards

Interview Preparation

Regular Assignments

Mock tests

Interview Preparation

Module 2 - RTL Design using Verilog HDL

Language Basics and Applications

Data Types, Operators, and Syntax

All Description Styles – Theory explanation

Behavioral Modeling

Dataflow Modelling - Lab sessions

Gate Level Modelling - Lab sessions

Switch Level Modelling - Lab sessions

Types of Procedural Statements

Types of Continuous Statements

Blocking and Non-Blocking Assignments - Lab Sessions

Introducing the Process of Synthesis

Coding RTL for Synthesis

Modelling of Combinational Circuits, Latches, Flipflop, Registers, Counters

Registers, Counters

Regular Assignments, Mock Tests

Interview Preparation

Module 3 - SystemVerilog for Verification

SystemVerilog Overview

Standard Data types & Literals & Operators

User-Defined Data types & Structures

Testbench Architecture & Connectivity

Testbench Components

Static, Dynamic, Associative Arrays

Queues

Tasks & Functions

Interfaces, Virtual Interface Verification Features

Clocking Blocks, Mod ports

Object Oriented Programming, Classes | Objects

Polymorphism and Virtuality

Inheritance, Encapsulation

Random Stimulus

Class-Based Random Stimulus

Systemverilog Coverage analysis

Code Coverage, Cross Coverage

Deep into Functional coverage

Toggle Coverage

Assertion Based Verification(ABV)

SystemVerilog Assertions

Direct Programming Interface(DPI)

Interprocess Synchronization

Testbench Components

Testbench Examples

Testplans, Testcases

All topics theory + Lab sessions

Regular assignments

Mock tests

Interview Preparation

Module 4 - UVM for Verification

Indepth of UVM in SOC | IP level Verification

Detailed explanation on UVC in SOC | IP Verification

Introduction to UVM, Features

Testbench Hierarchy, Components

UVM Sequence Item, Sequence, Sequencer

Configuration, UVM config_db

UVM Phases

UVM Driver

UVM Monitor

UVM Agent

DTPs (Detailed Test Plan Explanation)

Testcase scenarios

Detailed feature wise test implementation

All topics theory + Lab sessions

Regular assignments

Mock tests

Interview Preparation

Module 5 - Scripting Language - Perl

Introduction to Linux Setup

Importance of Perl Scripting

How to run the commands

Idea on Coverage analysis

Upload and extract the coverage report

Walk through perl concepts

Coding standards

Importance of Regressions | How to Run the Regression

How to check test pass or fail in SOC | IP Level

Idea on debugging testcases, execution flow

Module 6 - Advanced SV & UVM Lab Sessions

Deep into Object oriented programing Problem Statements

Advanced Coverage Analysis

Industry insights of Coverage driven verification

Assertion based verification Problem statements

SV Testbench creation for Various designs

Deep into Coverage & Assertions based verification

Development of Test plan, Test cases and Test suits

Verification Environment for a Protocol Design

Running regression suits & Debugging techniques

Deep into TLM Ports, Configuration database and all UVM

Concepts Lab sessions

More into developing RTL Design & Creating UVM Tb environment for Adders, Memories, Registers

Developing Test plan, Test cases, Test suits

Deep into Coverage & Assertions in UVM testbench

Debugging techniques

Our own testcase development for Protocol designs & Creating RAL models for Memories

Module 7 - SOC Design & Verification

Going to Design a Processor based SOC., which involves Memory controller, DDR Memory and IO Peripherals

AXI Bus connection in a SOC Design

RTL Design of each block and verification of every block using Systemverilog & UVM Methodology

Deep into Industrial approaches, Development of Linux Environment and running regressions

Coverage & Assertion based Verification

SOC | IP level Verification techniques, writing C based testcases

Module 8 - Advanced Digital Logic Design

Digital Logic Design - All Basic topics

Logic gates, Boolean Algebra, K-maps

All type of Combinational logic circuits

All type of Sequential logic circuits

Shift Registers, Counters designs

FSMs and Its Application examples

Memories

Static Timing Analysis

CMOS Logic Design

Glitches & Hazards

Interview Preparation

Regular Assignments

Mock tests

Interview Preparation

Module 9 - RTL Design using Verilog HDL

Language Basics and Applications

Data Types, Operators, and Syntax

All Description Styles – Theory explanation

Behavioral Modeling

Dataflow Modelling - Lab sessions

Gate Level Modelling - Lab sessions

Switch Level Modelling - Lab sessions

Types of Procedural Statements

Types of Continuous Statements

Blocking and Non-Blocking Assignments - Lab Sessions

Introducing the Process of Synthesis

Coding RTL for Synthesis

Modelling of Combinational Circuits, Latches, Flipflop, Registers, Counters

Registers, Counters

Regular Assignments, Mock Tests

Interview Preparation

Module 10 - Physical Design Flow

Overview of Advanced Physical Design

Floor planning and Power Planning

Placement

Clock Tree Synthesis (CTS)

Routing

Timing and Signal Integrity

Power and Thermal Analysis

Design for Manufacturability (DFM)

Physical Verification

Module 11 - TCL Scripting

Fundamentals of TCL Scripting

Variables, Loops, and Conditionals

Procedures and Functions

TCL in EDA Tools

Automating Placement and Routing Tasks

Debugging and Design Rule Checks

Real-World Applications of TCL

Optimization Scripts for Design Closure

Lab: Writing and Deploying TCL Scripts in Physical Design

Module 12 - Linux Setup

Introduction to Linux

Essential Linux Commands

Text Editors

Shell Scripting

Environment Setup

Version Control with Git

Module 13 - VLSI Physical Design Flow & at Advanced Technology Nodes

Overview of Advanced Physical Design

Theory

VLSI Backend Design Flow
Advanced Technology Nodes (7nm, 5nm, 3nm, etc.)
Challenges in Modern Physical Design

Implementation

Foundry and Process Design Kits (PDK)
Case Study: Advanced Nodes in Real-World Designs

Floorplanning and Power Planning

Theory

Advanced Floorplanning Strategies
Macro Placement Optimization
Pin and IO Placement
Hierarchical vs. Flat Floorplanning

Implementation

Advanced Power Grid Design
Dynamic Power Analysis
Low-Power Techniques (Dynamic Voltage Scaling, Multi-Vt)
Case Study: Power Planning for High-Performance Chips

Placement Optimization in Physical Design

Theory

Timing-Driven Placement
Congestion Estimation and Mitigation
Machine Learning Techniques in Placement Optimization
Multi-Die Placement in 3D ICs

Implementation

Density Optimization and Design Closure
Lab: Placement Optimization Using Industry Tools

Clock Tree Synthesis (CTS)

Theory

Advanced Clock Tree Design
Low-Skew and Low-Latency Clock Trees
Mesh vs. H-Tree vs. Clock Gating
Clock Domain Crossing (CDC) Challenges
Multi-Corner Multi-Mode (MCMM) CTS Techniques
Power-Aware CTS

Implementation

Lab: Advanced CTS Implementation in EDA Tools

Advanced Routing Techniques

Theory

Advanced Routing Algorithms
Maze Routing
Congestion Management in Global Routing
Detailed Routing at Advanced Nodes
Track Assignment and Routing Layer Utilization
Double Patterning and Lithography-Aware Routing
Crosstalk and Noise Mitigation Techniques

Implementation

Lab: DRC-Compliant Routing at Advanced Nodes

Timing and Signal Integrity Analysis

Theory

Advanced Static Timing Analysis (STA)
Multi-Mode Multi-Corner Analysis
Path-Based Analysis (PBA)
Clock Skew, Jitter, and Timing Closure
Signal Integrity Challenges and Mitigation

Implementation

Lab: Timing Optimization and SI Analysis

Power and Thermal Analysis

Theory

Advanced IR Drop Analysis
Power Grid Optimization at Advanced Nodes
Thermal Analysis and Hotspot Mitigation
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Protection

Implementation

Lab: Power and Thermal Analysis with Signoff Tools

Design for Manufacturability (DFM)

Theory

Lithography Challenges at Advanced Nodes
Antenna Effect Analysis and Fixes
Design Rule Check (DRC) Optimization
Layout Optimization for Yield Enhancement

Implementation

Lab: DFM-Aware Physical Design

Physical Verification

Theory

Advanced LVS and DRC Techniques
Parasitic Extraction and Post-Layout Simulation
Physical Verification for FinFET and 3D ICs
Signoff Tools and Methodologies

Implementation

Lab: Physical Verification of an Advanced Node Design

Module 14 - Projects & Protocols

Project 1 - UART Protocol - RTL Design Using Verilog HDL

Theory

Introduction to UART Protocol: Features and Applications
Functional Block Diagram of UART
Signal Definitions and Timing Diagram

Implementation

Transmitter Design: FSM Implementation, Baud Rate Generator
Receiver Design: FSM Implementation, Data Sampling
RTL Coding of UART Transmitter and Receiver using Verilog HDL
Testbench Creation and Simulation
Debugging and Waveform Analysis

Project 2 - I2C Protocol Implementation and Verification

Theory

I2C Protocol Overview: Features, Signals, and Modes of Operation
Multi-Master and Multi-Slave Configurations
Timing Diagram and Bit-Level Analysis

Implementation

RTL Design of I2C Controller
Writing Test Cases in SystemVerilog
Testbench Creation and Verification using SystemVerilog
Coverage Metrics and Analysis

Project 3 - AMBA Protocols (APB, AHB, AXI)

Theory

Deep Dive into AMBA Protocols: Overview and Features
Detailed Signal Features of APB, AHB, and AXI Protocols
Comparison and Use Cases in Industry

Implementation

APB Protocol: RTL Design and Verification using SystemVerilog
AHB Protocol: RTL Design and UVM-Based Verification
AXI Protocol: Advanced RTL Design and UVM-Based Verification
Developing Comprehensive Test Plans and Writing Test Cases
Debugging and Coverage Analysis for AMBA Protocols

Project 4 - 3 Major Projects

Selective Projects

DMA Controller
Router
Digital Alarm, Traffic light controller
4 Port Calculator
RISC V Project

Implementation

All Projects are implemented in RTL design & Verification using SV, UVM

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Frontend to Backend - RTL to GDSII [ASIC TI]

Demo Sessions - Introduction to VLSI Design

Overview of VLSI Design Flow

Frontend Domain vs Backend Domain

Discussion on Industry Requirements

FPGA vs ASIC vs SOC Designs

Moore's Law and Nanometer Technology

Importance of Digital Electronics

Introduction to RTL Design & Verification

Course Module

Module 1 -Advanced Digital Logic Design

Module 2 - RTL Design using Verilog HDL

Module 3 - SystemVerilog for Verification

Module 4 - UVM for Verification

Module 5 - Scripting Language - Perl

Module 6 - Advanced SV & UVM Lab Sessions

Module 7 - SOC Design & Verification

Module 8 - Advanced Digital Logic Design

Module 9 - RTL Design using Verilog HDL

Module 10 - Physical Design Flow

Module 11 - TCL Scripting

Module 12 - Linux Setup

Module 13 - VLSI Physical Design Flow & at Advanced Technology Nodes

Overview of Advanced Physical Design

Theory

Implementation

Floorplanning and Power Planning

Theory

Implementation

Placement Optimization in Physical Design

Theory

Implementation

Clock Tree Synthesis (CTS)

Theory

Implementation

Advanced Routing Techniques

Theory

Implementation

Timing and Signal Integrity Analysis

Theory

Implementation

Power and Thermal Analysis

Theory

Implementation

Design for Manufacturability (DFM)

Theory

Implementation

Physical Verification

Theory

Implementation

Module 14 - Projects & Protocols

Project 1 - UART Protocol - RTL Design Using Verilog HDL

Theory

Implementation

Project 2 - I2C Protocol Implementation and Verification

Theory

Implementation

Project 3 - AMBA Protocols (APB, AHB, AXI)

Theory

Implementation

Project 4 - 3 Major Projects

Selective Projects

Implementation

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