IC Design Fundamentals

This course provides an introduction to silicon-based microelectronic systems, from the raw materials used in semiconductor fabrication to the design of integrated circuits. Students will explore the physical and electrical properties that make silicon the dominant material in the semiconductor industry, alongside key fabrication steps, structural elements, and the manufacturing challenges involved in integrated circuit production. As part of this framework, this course is developed within the GreenChips-EDU project, a European Union initiative, and integrates a sustainability-oriented module focused on circular semiconductor manufacturing, responsible material sourcing, and low-impact design methodologies. This module encourages students to consider the environmental footprint of wafer processing, material selection, and chip packaging, while introducing strategies for energy-efficient circuit design and sustainable production workflows across the ASIC design flow.

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