Introduction to VLSI

• Evolution of VLSI Systems
• Applications of VLSI
• Processor-Based Systems
• Embedded Systems
• FPGA-Based Systems
• Digital System Design Using FPGAs
• Introduction to Spartan-3 FPGAs
• Basics of VHDL Language

Digital Electronics

• Fundamentals of Digital Electronics
• Number Systems
• Code Conversions
• Digital Arithmetic
• Boolean Algebra
• Logic Gates and Operations

Combinational Logic Design

• Logical Function Representations
• Karnaugh Map Simplifications
• MSI Circuits Overview
• Multiplexers and Demultiplexers
• Adders and Subtractors
• Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU) Design
• Encoders and Decoders

Flip-Flops

• Introduction to Flip-Flops
• Types and Conversions
• Applications of Flip-Flops

Sequential Circuit Design

• Register Design and Applications
• Types of Shift Registers
• Counter Design (Synchronous and Asynchronous)
• Clocked Sequential Circuit Design

Designing of Memories

• Memory Organization and Operation
• Expanding Memory Size & Capacity
• Types of Memory Devices

Programmable Logic Devices

• Overview of PLDs
• Programmable Logic Array (PLA)
• Programmable Array Logic (PAL)
• Complex PLDs (CPLDs)
• Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs)
• CAD Tools for VLSI Design

Circuit Design with VHDL

• VHDL Overview
• Code Structure and Syntax
• Library Functions
• Entity, Architecture & Configuration
• Package Declarations

Elements of VHDL Language

• Data Types and Operators
• VHDL Attributes
• Generic Parameters
• Identifiers
• Variables and Signals

VHDL Modeling Techniques

• Behavioral Modeling Techniques
• If, Case, Wait, Loop, and Process Statements

Dataflow Modeling

• ‘When’ Statements
• Block and Generate Statements

Structural Modeling

• Component Declaration
• Component Instantiation

Test Benches

• Designing a Test Bench
• Test Benches for Combinational and Sequential Circuits

Verilog HDL – Design & Synthesis

• HDL-Based Design and Synthesis with Verilog

Introduction to Verilog HDL

• CAD Evolution
• Design Flow and HDL Importance
• Popularity of Verilog in Industry

Verilog Modeling Concepts

• Design Methodologies
• Module Concepts and Modeling Types