ECE 4021
Transcript Abbreviation:
Analogs ICs 1
Course Description:
Fundamentals of analog integrated circuits. CMOS transistors and diodes large-signal and small-signal operation and modeling. On-chip passive components operation and modeling. Simple and advanced current mirrors, single-ended and differential CMOS amplifiers, CMOS OTAs and Op-Amps. Integrated Circuits Fabrication, Packaging, and Testing.
Course Levels:
Undergraduate (1000-5000 level)
Designation:
Elective
General Education Course:
(N/A)
Cross-Listings:
(N/A)
Credit Hours (Minimum if “Range”selected):
3.00
Max Credit Hours:
(N/A)
Select if Repeatable:
Off
Maximum Repeatable Credits:
(N/A)
Total Completions Allowed:
(N/A)
Allow Multiple Enrollments in Term:
No
Course Length:
14 weeks (autumn or spring)
Off Campus:
Never
Campus Location:
Columbus
Instruction Modes:
In Person (75-100% campus; 0-24% online)
Distance Learning (100% online)
Prerequisites and Co-requisites:
Prereq: 3020.
Electronically Enforced:
No
Exclusions:
Not open to students with credit for 5021.
Course Goals / Objectives:
Be competent in the voltage and current characteristics of on-chipresistors, capacitors, and transistors
Be familiar with the integrated circuit physical structure, fabrication flow, and layout
Be competent in conducting large-signal and small-signal analysis of integrated CMOS transistors, current mirrors, and amplifiers
Be competent in the design and analysis of various classes of current mirrors and amplifiers
Be competent in the use of modern integrated circuit design CAD tools and in performing AC, DC, and transient simulations
Be competent in writing design reports
Check if concurrence sought:
No
Contact Hours:
| Topic | LEC | REC out-of-class | REC in-class | Weekly LAB out-of-class | Weekly LAB in-class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction to analog signal processing and analog integrated circuits technology | 2.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Integrated circuits physical structure and interconnects | 3.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Integrated Circuits layout and CAD flows | 2.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Diodes operation and modeling | 2.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| CMOS transistors large-signal operation and modeling | 3.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| CMOS transistor small-signal operation and modeling | 5.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| CMOS current sources and mirrors | 4.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| CMOS single-ended amplifiers | 6.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| CMOS differential pairs | 2.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| CMOS Single-ended OTAs and Opamps | 4.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| On-chip passive components in integrated circuits | 3.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Integrated circuits fabrication flow, packaging, and testing | 3.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Total | 39 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Grading Plan:
Letter Grade
Course Components:
Lecture
Grade Roster Component:
Lecture
Credit by Exam (EM):
No
Grades Breakdown:
| Aspect | Percent |
|---|---|
| HWs and/or HW-based quizzes | 10% |
| Two Midterm Exams | 60% |
| Final Project/Report | 30% |
Representative Textbooks and Other Course Materials:
| Title | Author | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Analog Integrated Circuit Design | T. Carusone, D. Johns, and K. Martin | |
| CMOS Circuit Design, Layout, and Simulation (Recommended) | R. J. Baker |
ABET-CAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
(N/A)
ABET-ETAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
(N/A)
ABET-EAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
| Substantial contribution (3-6 hours) | 1 | an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics |
| Some contribution (1-2 hours) | 2 | an ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors |
| Some contribution (1-2 hours) | 3 | an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences - pre-2019 EAC SLO (g) |
| Substantial contribution (3-6 hours) | 5 | an ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives |
| Substantial contribution (3-6 hours) | 6 | an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions |
| Substantial contribution (3-6 hours) | 7 | an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies |
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