Design of Analog Microelectronic Circuits

Course developed by: Xavier Aragones, Electronic Engineering Dept, UPC  
Contact: Xavier.aragones@upc.edu

Course Description

This a Master course on CMOS microelectronic circuits for analog signal acquisition and processing. Based on previous knowledge of basic CMOS analog blocks and analysis procedures, the student will learn to design the main amplifiers and filter solutions, both continuous-time and discrete-time. 

Special attention will be given to the non-idealities that limit the dynamic range, resolution, precision, frequency of operation, or power efficiency of the circuits, the effects of manufacturing and time variability, and how to cope with these limitations. 

Also, specific design scenarios such as low-power, low voltage, or radio-frequency, will be reviewed in the course. Design decisions will also be assessed from a sustainability perspective, and techniques will be presented to reduce this impact. 

The student will acquire skills to design these circuits in a CMOS microelectronic technology, using the specific CAD tools for IC design (Cadence).

Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, students are able to …