Analog IC DesignLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

On completion of the course the student
• understands that circuits realised on PCBs may as well be realised directly on a silicon chip as integrated circuits
• understands the basics of the design and is able to create simple analog and digital integrated MOSFET-circuits
• understands the differences between MOSFET, JFET and bipolat technologies
• understands the effect of parasitic elements on the design and is able to minimise those effects if necessary
• understands the basics of switched capacitor (SC) circuits as well as more complicated MOSFET-structures such as current mirrors, active loads and differential structures.

Content

• Semiconductor physics
• BJT, JFET and MOSFET structures
• Passive components in ICs
• MOSFET structures in detail (including parasitics)
• Differential structures, current mirrors, active loads
• Switched capacitor structures

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student
• has achieved the objectives of the course to a satisfactory level
• is able to identify, define and use concepts and models in the subject area of the course
• understands the conditions and principles of the development of expertise
• has completed the learning tasks required for the course to the minimum standard
• has developed their competences in such a way that they will be able to complete their future professional studies and eventually work in the field.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student
• has achieved the objectives of the course well, although there are still areas where knowledge and skills need to be improved
• has completed the learning tasks of the course at a satisfactory or good level
• has a good understanding of the concepts and models of the subject matter of the course and is able to carry out a reasoned analysis
• is able to apply what they have learned in learning and working situations
• understands the importance of expertise in the field and is able to analyse their own expertise.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student
• has achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks
• has completed the learning tasks of the course at a good or excellent level
• has an excellent command of the concepts and models of the subject matter of the course
• is able to analyse clearly and reasonably and propose practical development measures
• has a good ability to apply what they have learned in learning and working situations
• is able to analyse their expertise in their field and their own development towards expertise.