RTL Design Course - RTL
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Understanding RTL Design Role
What is RTL Design Role in VLSI Design Process ??
The RTL (Register Transfer Level) Design role is a fundamental part of the VLSI design process, focusing on the development of digital circuits at a high abstraction level. RTL engineers create, simulate, and optimize hardware designs using Hardware Description Languages (HDLs) like Verilog and VHDL to meet functionality, performance, and area requirements.
Key Responsibilities of a RTL Design Engineer :
- Design Specification : Translate system-level requirements into RTL-level designs.
- HDL Coding : Develop efficient, reusable, and synthesizable code for digital logic circuits.
- Simulation and Debugging : Test and debug the functionality of designs using simulation tools.
- Optimization : Improve performance, power, and area (PPA) to meet design constraints.
Why Choose a RTL Design Career?
As the foundation of digital design, RTL engineering offers immense opportunities in industries like AI, automotive, and telecommunications. This role is critical in creating high-performance chips for advanced applications, making RTL engineers highly sought after in the semiconductor industry.
"Enroll in our RTL Design Training Program to master HDLs, gain expertise in simulation tools, and work on real-world projects, preparing you for a successful and rewarding career in VLSI design"
RTL Design - Curriculum
1 | Introduction to ASIC Design
1. Overview of ASIC vs. FPGA
2. Types of ASICs
- Full Custom
- Semi-Custom
- Standard Cell
3. ASIC Design Flow
- Specification
- RTL Design
- Verification
- Synthesis
- Physical Design
- Signoff
2 | Basics of Digital Design
1. Logic Gates and Boolean Algebra
2. Combinational Circuits
- Adders
- Subtractors
- Encoders
- Decoders
- Multiplexers
3. Sequential Circuits
- Flip-Flops
- Counters
- Shift Registers
4. FSM (Finite State Machines)
- Moore vs. Mealy Machines
5. Timing Concepts
- Setup/Hold Times
- Clock Gating and Skew
3 | Hardware Description Languages (HDL)
1. Verilog
Syntax and Semantics
Modules, Ports, and Hierarchies
Continuous Assignments
Procedural Blocks (always, initial)
Blocking vs. Non-blocking Assignments
Tasks and Functions
2. SystemVerilog (for RTL and Verification)
Interfaces and Modports
Enumerations, Structures, and Unions
Assertions (SVA)
4 | RTL Design Principles
Writing Synthesis-Friendly Code
Clock Domain Crossing (CDC) Techniques
Low-Power Design Techniques
Reset Strategies (Asynchronous vs. Synchronous)
Pipelining and Parallelism
Design for Testability (DFT)
Scan Chains, BIST (Built-In Self Test)
5 | Static Timing Analysis (STA)
Timing Paths: Setup and Hold Analysis
Clock Constraints and Optimization
Multi-Corner Multi-Mode (MCMM) Analysis
6 | Synthesis and Implementation
RTL-to-Gate-Level Synthesis
Constraints (SDC Files)
Area, Power, and Timing Trade-offs
Gate-Level Simulation (GLS)
7 | Verification Basics
Testbench Architecture
Writing Testcases for RTL Validation
Debugging Waveforms
Functional Coverage
Overview of UVM (if time permits)
8 | Tools and Hands-On Training
- HDL Simulation Tools
ModelSim, QuestaSim, or Xilinx Vivado - Synthesis Tools
Synopsys Design Compiler or Cadence Genus - Static Timing Analysis Tools
Synopsys PrimeTime or Cadence Tempus - Writing and Debugging Verilog/SystemVerilog Code
- Working on Small RTL Projects:
ALU Design
FIFO Implementation
UART (Serial Communication)
9 | Industry-Specific Topics
Power-Aware Design (UPF/CPF Basics)
Formal Verification Techniques
Emerging Trends in ASIC Design (e.g., AI Hardware Accelerators)
10 | Placement Preparation
Mock Interviews (Technical + HR)
Solving Real-World Problems
Resume Building Tips for ASIC Roles
Networking with Industry Professionals
Soft Skills for Engineers
Course Highlights
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Course Name | Start Date | Timings | Training Duration | Register for Training |
Design & Verification (DV) | 03-Feb-2025 | 09:30 AM - 11:00 AM | 5 Months | |
Physical Design (PD) | 03-Mar-2025 | 09:30 AM - 11:00 AM | 5 Months | |
Analog Layout (AL) | 03-Mar-2025 | 09:30 AM - 11:00 AM | 5 Months | |
RTL Design | 03-Mar-2025 | 09:30 AM - 11:00 AM | 5 Months |
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