VLSI In-depth Course: Master Chip Design & Verification

Master VLSI with BinnBash Academy's comprehensive course. Learn digital design, Verilog, SystemVerilog, UVM, ASIC design flow, physical design, DFT, STA, and build expertise in cutting-edge chip design and verification!

Design Your Chip Future!

Who Should Enroll in this VLSI In-depth Course?

This course is ideal for individuals aspiring to a career in semiconductor design and verification:

Electrical & Electronics Engineering (EEE) Graduates.
Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE) Graduates.
Computer Science Engineering (CSE) Graduates interested in hardware.
Aspiring ASIC Design Engineers, Verification Engineers, and Physical Design Engineers.
Professionals looking to transition into the VLSI domain.
Anyone with a strong foundation in digital electronics eager for advanced chip design.

VLSI In-depth Course Prerequisites

Strong understanding of Digital Electronics and Logic Design.
Basic knowledge of Verilog HDL or VHDL.
Familiarity with C/C++ programming.
Understanding of computer architecture fundamentals.
Analytical and problem-solving skills.
Basic understanding of Linux/Unix command line.

Key VLSI Tools & Concepts Covered

ASIC Design Flow

Verilog HDL

SystemVerilog

UVM Methodology

RTL Design

Physical Design

Static Timing Analysis

Design for Testability

Low Power Design

Linux & Scripting

FPGA (Overview)

EDA Tools (Overview)

Hands-on practice with industry-standard tools and methodologies for VLSI design and verification.

VLSI In-depth: Comprehensive Syllabus & Practical Contents

Module 1: Digital Design & Verilog HDL

Review of Digital Logic Design (Combinational, Sequential).
Introduction to Hardware Description Languages (HDLs).
Verilog HDL: Syntax, Data Types, Operators, Behavioral & Dataflow Modeling.
Structural Modeling & Hierarchical Design.
Testbench Writing in Verilog.
Lab: Design and simulate various digital circuits using Verilog.

Tools & Concepts:

Verilog, Digital Logic, Testbench.

Expected Outcomes:

Master Verilog for digital design.
Write effective Verilog testbenches.
Design basic digital circuits.

Module 2: ASIC Design Flow & Synthesis

Overview of ASIC Design Flow (Specification to GDSII).
Logic Synthesis: Concepts, Constraints, Optimization.
Timing Concepts: Setup, Hold, Clock Skew, Jitter.
Static Timing Analysis (STA) Fundamentals.
Formal Verification & Equivalence Checking.
Lab: Synthesize a Verilog design, analyze synthesis reports.

Tools & Concepts:

ASIC Flow, Logic Synthesis, STA.

Expected Outcomes:

Understand ASIC design stages.
Perform logic synthesis.
Basic timing analysis.

Module 3: VLSI Verification (SystemVerilog, UVM)

Verification Methodologies: Directed, Constrained Random.
SystemVerilog for Verification: Data Types, Classes, Interfaces.
Functional Coverage & Assertion-Based Verification (ABV).
Universal Verification Methodology (UVM) Architecture.
Building a UVM Testbench (Driver, Sequencer, Monitor, Agent, Env).
Lab: Develop SystemVerilog testbenches, build a simple UVM environment.

Tools & Concepts:

SystemVerilog, UVM, Functional Coverage.

Expected Outcomes:

Master SystemVerilog.
Build UVM testbenches.
Perform functional verification.

Module 4: Physical Design & Static Timing Analysis (STA)

Physical Design Flow: Floorplanning, Placement, Clock Tree Synthesis (CTS).
Routing, DRC, LVS.
Advanced Static Timing Analysis (STA): OCV, AOCV, PVT Variations.
Timing Closure Techniques.
Power Analysis & Optimization in Physical Design.
Lab: Perform floorplanning, placement, and CTS steps (using open-source tools/simulations).

Tools & Concepts:

Physical Design, STA, CTS.

Expected Outcomes:

Understand physical design steps.
Perform advanced timing analysis.
Apply timing closure techniques.

Module 5: Design for Testability (DFT) & Low Power Design

Introduction to Design for Testability (DFT).
Scan Design: Scan Chain Insertion, ATPG (Automatic Test Pattern Generation).
Boundary Scan (JTAG).
Memory Built-In Self-Test (MBIST).
Low Power Design Techniques: Clock Gating, Multi-Vt, Power Gating.
Lab: Implement scan chains, generate test patterns.

Tools & Concepts:

DFT, Scan, ATPG, Low Power.

Expected Outcomes:

Implement DFT techniques.
Understand test pattern generation.
Apply low power strategies.

Module 6: Advanced Topics & VLSI Project

Introduction to Analog/Mixed-Signal Design (overview).
High-Level Synthesis (HLS) Concepts.
Emerging Technologies in VLSI (AI Accelerators, Quantum Computing basics).
Industry Best Practices & Methodologies.
Building a Professional VLSI Portfolio.
Career Guidance: Resume Building, LinkedIn Optimization, Mock Interviews for VLSI roles.
Final Project: Design and verify a complex digital system from specification to verification closure.

Tools & Concepts:

HLS, Emerging Tech, Portfolio Building.
Career Prep for VLSI.

Expected Outcomes:

Execute a full VLSI project.
Showcase advanced VLSI skills.
Secure a VLSI job.

This course provides hands-on expertise to make you a proficient and job-ready VLSI professional!

VLSI Professional Roles and Responsibilities in Real-Time Scenarios & Live Projects

Gain hands-on experience by working on live projects, understanding the real-time responsibilities of a VLSI professional in leading global semiconductor companies. Our curriculum aligns with industry demands for cutting-edge chip design.

ASIC Design Engineer

Design and implement digital logic using Verilog/VHDL, perform RTL synthesis, and ensure design meets functional and performance specifications, as done at Qualcomm.

VLSI Verification Engineer

Develop robust testbenches using SystemVerilog and UVM, create verification plans, and achieve functional and code coverage closure, similar to work at NVIDIA.

Physical Design Engineer

Perform floorplanning, placement, clock tree synthesis (CTS), and routing to convert synthesized netlists into physical layouts, ensuring timing and power closure, common at Intel.

Static Timing Analysis (STA) Engineer

Conduct comprehensive STA to identify and fix timing violations, ensuring the chip operates correctly at specified frequencies across various conditions.

Design for Testability (DFT) Engineer

Implement test structures like scan chains and MBIST, and generate test patterns (ATPG) to ensure the manufactured chip is testable and defect-free.

Low Power Design Engineer

Analyze and optimize power consumption of chip designs using techniques like clock gating, multi-Vt, and power gating to meet power budgets.

FPGA Design Engineer (VLSI Focus)

Design and implement digital systems on FPGA platforms, often serving as a prototyping step for ASIC designs, and perform hardware acceleration.

EDA Tool Developer (VLSI)

Contribute to the development and enhancement of Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools used in various stages of the VLSI design flow.

Our Alumni Works Here!

Qualcomm

Arjun Reddy

ASIC Design Engineer

NVIDIA

Priya Sharma

VLSI Verification Eng.

Intel

Rahul Gupta

Physical Design Eng.

Broadcom

Sneha Singh

STA Engineer

AMD

Vikram Yadav

DFT Engineer

Samsung

Divya Kumar

Low Power Design Eng.

Texas Instr.

Karan Desai

VLSI Intern

Cadence

Meena Patel

Application Engineer

Synopsys

Siddharth Rao

EDA Software Engineer

Micron

Neha Sharma

Memory Design Eng.

Qualcomm

Arjun Reddy

ASIC Design Engineer

NVIDIA

Priya Sharma

VLSI Verification Eng.

Intel

Rahul Gupta

Physical Design Eng.

Sneha Singh

STA Engineer

Vikram Yadav

DFT Engineer

Divya Kumar

Low Power Design Eng.

Karan Desai

VLSI Intern

Meena Patel

Application Engineer

Siddharth Rao

EDA Software Engineer

Neha Sharma

Memory Design Eng.

What Our VLSI Students Say

"This VLSI course is truly in-depth! I now have a solid understanding of ASIC design flow and can confidently work on complex designs."

- Arjun Reddy, ASIC Design Engineer

"Learning SystemVerilog and UVM from scratch was challenging but incredibly rewarding. The hands-on labs were fantastic!"

- Priya Sharma, VLSI Verification Eng.

"The physical design module was excellent. I gained practical skills in floorplanning, placement, and clock tree synthesis."

- Rahul Gupta, Physical Design Eng.

"BinnBash Academy's focus on STA and timing closure techniques prepared me perfectly for real-world chip design challenges."

- Sneha Singh, STA Engineer

"The instructors are industry veterans who provided invaluable insights into DFT and low power design methodologies."

- Vikram Yadav, DFT Engineer

"I highly recommend this course for any ECE/EEE graduate looking to break into the semiconductor industry. It's comprehensive and job-oriented."

- Divya Kumar, Low Power Design Eng.

"From basic Verilog to advanced UVM, every aspect was covered in detail. I feel fully prepared for a career in VLSI."

- Karan Desai, VLSI Intern

"The emphasis on practical projects and industry best practices made this course stand out. Truly a great learning experience!"

- Meena Patel, Application Engineer

"Learning about EDA tools and their applications was crucial. It's not just about design, but also about the ecosystem."

- Siddharth Rao, EDA Software Engineer

"The practical approach to learning, combined with industry-relevant tools, made this course stand out from others."

- Neha Sharma, Memory Design Eng.

VLSI Job Roles After This Course

ASIC Design Engineer

VLSI Verification Engineer

Physical Design Engineer

Static Timing Analysis (STA) Eng.

Design for Testability (DFT) Eng.

Low Power Design Engineer

FPGA Design Engineer

EDA Software Engineer

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VLSI In-depth Course: Master Chip Design & Verification

Who Should Enroll in this VLSI In-depth Course?

VLSI In-depth Course Prerequisites

Key VLSI Tools & Concepts Covered

VLSI In-depth: Comprehensive Syllabus & Practical Contents

Module 1: Digital Design & Verilog HDL

Tools & Concepts:

Expected Outcomes:

Module 2: ASIC Design Flow & Synthesis

Tools & Concepts:

Expected Outcomes:

Module 3: VLSI Verification (SystemVerilog, UVM)

Tools & Concepts:

Expected Outcomes:

Module 4: Physical Design & Static Timing Analysis (STA)

Tools & Concepts:

Expected Outcomes:

Module 5: Design for Testability (DFT) & Low Power Design

Tools & Concepts:

Expected Outcomes:

Module 6: Advanced Topics & VLSI Project

Tools & Concepts:

Expected Outcomes:

VLSI Professional Roles and Responsibilities in Real-Time Scenarios & Live Projects

ASIC Design Engineer

VLSI Verification Engineer

Physical Design Engineer

Static Timing Analysis (STA) Engineer

Design for Testability (DFT) Engineer

Low Power Design Engineer

FPGA Design Engineer (VLSI Focus)

EDA Tool Developer (VLSI)

Our Alumni Works Here!

What Our VLSI Students Say

VLSI Job Roles After This Course

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