The topic covers models and small signal analysis for MOS and bipolar transistors, design of operational amplifiers, including detailed studies of circuits used for such designs. The course is fundamental for further studies in microelectronics, and is also of interest for students in related fields.

On successful completion of this course, students should be able to:

• Explain and use transistor models valid for sub-micron integrated circuits technology.
• Design, analyze and simulate elementary building blocks for analog circuit design.
• Evaluate relevant noise models and be able to carry out noise analysis.
• Master frequency analysis with the help of pole-zero analysis and Bode diagrams at system level and block level.
• Design, analyze, optimize and verify/simulate a two-stage amplifier with Miller compensation and a folded-cascode amplifier with active load.

This course is administered by the Department of Physics and Technology.

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