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Medium Of Instructions	Mode Of Learning	Mode Of Delivery
English	Self Study	Video and Text Based

Course Overview

The VLSI CAD Part1: Logic course by Coursera has been designed to focus on computer-aided design (CAD), and its major design tools to create an Application Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC) or a System on Chip (SoC) design. The course begins by shedding light on the key representations of Boolean logic that make it possible to synthesize and verify gate-level logic in designs. We further move along the design chain from logic to layout.

This course teaches students to understand how these tools work at their fundamental algorithms and data structures levels. The Coursera VLSI CAD Part1: Logic course includes topics like Computational Boolean algebra, logic verification, and logic synthesis.

Furthermore, Coursera’s VLSI CAD Part1: The logic programme is an online learning course that allows the students to train at their own convenience and pace. The course has been offered by the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign which is known for its programs, academic excellence, and internationally renowned faculty as well as alumni.

The Highlights

100% Online
Flexible deadlines
Shareable Certificate
Quiz based
Graded assignments
Intermediate-level programme
Completion in approximately 23 hours
Practical exercises
Subtitles in English, Russian, Spanish, Portuguese (Brazilian), and French

Programme Offerings

online learning
Shareable Certificate
Free Trial
quizzes
assignments
practical assignments
Flexible Deadlines

Courses and Certificate Fees

Fees Informations	Certificate Availability	Certificate Providing Authority
INR 4928	yes	Coursera

Course Name	Fees in INR (Per month)
VLSI CAD Part 1 Logic	Rs. 4,928

Students can enrol in the course free of cost and can learn through audit mode, which will give them access to most of the course material. However, to access the graded assignments and to earn a Certificate, they will need to purchase the Certificate experience.

Eligibility Criteria

Since the VLSI CAD Part1: Logic certification course is an intermediate course, there is some prerequisite knowledge that a student must-have. They need to have programming experience (C, C++, Java, Python, etc.) and a basic understanding of algorithms and data structures. Additionally, candidates need to have a comprehensive understanding of basic digital design: gates and flip flops, Boolean algebra, and finite state machine design.

Moreover, candidates should have knowledge of linear algebra and calculus at an engineering level and some exposure to basic VLSI at the undergraduate level.

What you will learn

Knowledge of engineering

Upon completion of the Coursera VLSI CAD Part1: Logic course you will have:

Understanding of Computer-aided design (CAD) and its different parts.
Familiarity with the basic concepts of VLSI (Very Large Scale Integration).
Knowledge of the various tools, structures and algorithms that are used in the process of creating an integrated circuit.
Knowledge of major design tools used in the creation of System on Chip design and Application Specific Integrated Circuit.
Knowledge of CAD, Logic Gate, Digital Design, and Boolean Algebra

Who it is for

Computer ProgrammerPython ProgrammerJava ProgrammerPHP Programmer

Admission Details

To apply in VLSI CAD Part1: Logic course by Coursera:

Go to the official website of Coursera.
User search bar to find out ‘VLSI CAD Part1: Logic course’.
Click on the ‘Enrol for FREE’ option.
Sign up for Coursera to avail of the course.
Those who already have an account can use the details to log in and continue.

Application Details

To join the VLSI CAD Part1: Logic course by Coursera, sign up or log in to the website and then you will be eligible for the course.

The Syllabus

Videos

Welcome and introduction

Readings

Syllabus
Tools For This Course

Practice Exercise

Demographics Survey

Videos

Computational Boolean Algebra: Basics
Computational Boolean Algebra: Boolean Differences
Computational Boolean Algebra: Quantification Operators
Computational Boolean Algebra: Application to Logic Network Repair
Computational Boolean Algebra: Recursive Tautology
Computational Boolean Algebra: Recursive Tautology—URP Implementation

Readings

Week 1 Overview
Week 1 Assignments

Videos

BDD Sharing
Boolean Constraint Propagation (BCP) for SAT
BDD Basics - 1
BDD Basics - 2
BDD Ordering
Satisfiability (SAT), Part 1
Using SAT for Logic

Readings

Week 2 Overview
Week 2 Assignments

Practice Exercise

Problem Set #1

Videos

2-Level Logic: Basics
2-Level Logic: The Reduce-Expand-Irredundant Optimization Loop
2-Level Logic: Details for One Step: Expand
Multilevel Logic and the Boolean Network Model
Multilevel Logic: Algebraic Model for Factoring
Multilevel Logic: Algebraic Division
Multilevel Logic: Role of Kernels and Co-Kernels in Factoring
Multilevel Logic: Finding the Kernels

Readings

Week 3 Overview
Week 3 Assignments

Practice Exercise

Problem Set #2

Videos

Mulitlevel Logic and Divisor Extraction—Single Cube Case
Mulitlevel Logic and Divisor Extraction—Multiple Cube Case
Multilevel Logic and Divisor Extraction—Finding Prime Rectangles & Summary
Multilevel Logic—Implicit Don't Cares, Part 1
Multilevel Logic—Implicit Don't Cares, Part 2
Multilevel Logic—Satisfiability Don't Cares
Multilevel Logic—Controllability Don't Cares
Multilevel Logic—Observability Don't Cares

Readings

Week 4 Overview
Week 4 Assignments

Practice Exercise

Problem Set #3
Auxiliary Quiz of Serious BDDs

Practice Exercise

Problem Set #4
Final Exam
End of Course Survey

Instructors

University of Illinois, Urbana Champaign Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: What is the duration to complete the course?

As the course is self-paced, it depends on the learner’s speed how long they take to finish the whole course. However, the course should approximately take 23 hours to complete.

2: Will I get a certificate at the end of the course?

To get the course completion certificate, students must finish the complete course, after which, they will receive the option to purchase the certificate, which is not a part of the audit mode.

3: What are the benefits I will get after buying the certificate?

When you purchase the certificate, you get complete access to the course including graded assignments. On completion of the course, you will receive an E-Certificate. You can take a print out of the certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile.

4: Where can I go after completing this course?

Students who wish to learn more in the field of VLSI CAD can enrol in the second part of this course, which is the VLSI CAD Part 2: Layout course also offered by Coursera. It will explore the next part after logic that is - layout.

5: Can I avail of any financial aid from Coursera?

Yes, Coursera provides financial aid for students who are unable to pay the fee. Click on the ‘Financial aid’ option. Then, fill out the application and wait for the approval. Some courses also have a free trial option or a ‘Free course, no certificate’ option.