IC Layout Basics: A Practical Guide
by: Christopher Saint
Abstract: Teaches the basics of IC (Integrated Circuit) layout in jargon-free, plain-English, understandable to those without an EE degree. Ideal for corporate training and two-year programs.
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Table of Contents
- A. Introduction
- 1. Basic Circuit Theory
- 2. Wafer Processing
- 3. CMOS Layout
- 4. Resistance
- 5. Capacitance
- 6. Bipolar Transistors
- 7. Diodes
- 8. Inductance
- A. Glossary
- B. Suggested Readings and Resources
- C. Educational Programs
- D. About the Authors
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- A. Introduction
- 1. Basic Circuit Theory
- Chapter Preview
- Opening Thoughts for the Reader
- Basic Circuit Review
- Conductors, Insulators and Semiconductors
- Semiconductor Material
- PN Junction
- Semiconductor Switches
- The Field Effect
- Isolating Our Switches
- Enhanced versus Depletion
- Complementary Switches
- N Well and Substrate Contacts
- Building Logic Circuits
- Closure on Basic Circuit Theory
- Here’s What We’ve Learned
- Application to Try on Your Own
- 2. Wafer Processing
- 3. CMOS Layout
- 4. Resistance
- Chapter Preview
- Opening Thoughts on Resistance
- Introduction to Resistance
- Measuring Resistance
- Deriving the Resistor Formula Using a Poly Resistor
- Real World Resistor Analysis
- Practical Minimum Resistor Size
- Extreme Options for Resistors
- Checking Current Densities Makes You a Superhero
- Making Your Layout Tolerance-Proof
- Using Existing Materials—Versatility at No Cost
- Diffusion versus Poly
- Closure on Resistance
- Here’s What We’ve Learned
- Application to Try on Your Own
- 5. Capacitance
- 6. Bipolar Transistors
- 7. Diodes
- 8. Inductance
- A. Glossary
- B. Suggested Readings and Resources
- C. Educational Programs
- D. About the Authors
Book Details
Title: IC Layout Basics: A Practical Guide
Publisher: McGraw-Hill: New York, Chicago, San Francisco, Lisbon
Copyright / Pub. Date: 2002 Christopher Saint, Judy Saint
ISBN: 9780071386258
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Christopher Saint is the author of this McGraw-Hill Professional publication.
Description: Teaches the basics of IC (Integrated Circuit) layout in jargon-free, plain-English, understandable to those without an EE degree. Ideal for corporate training and two-year programs.
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