Description: Presents modern CMOS logic circuits, fabrication, and layout in a cohesive manner that links the material together with the system-level considerations. * Chapter on Verilog HDL allows for rapid start-up. * Illustrates the top-down design procedure used in modern VLSI chip design with an emphasis on variations in the HDL, logic, circuits and layout.
Customer Reviews
Review Summary: Excellent book - A must for anyone wanting to start with VLSI design
Date: 2005-09-12
Details: I am an EE PhD student in my first year and have to design a mixed analog/digital chip. This book is one of the best technical books I have ever read. Well structured, thorough but does not give you so much detail that you risk drowning. This book actually is fun to read.
Review Summary: Excellent!!!
Date: 2004-02-20
Details: This book is very well written and easy to understand. The author did an excellent job organizing the topics and explaining the key points thoroughly.
Review Summary: Well written book. Excellent intro to VLSI design.
Date: 2002-07-25
Details: Currently using this book for a class in VLSI design. Book is well written and easy to read. Stress fundamentals and design concepts. Highly recommended!
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