Abstract:

The course focuses on the basics of Embedded System Design and discusses the following topics: Introduction to firmware theory, mutuality between hardware and software, and their interaction, the structure of the DELFINO processor and its assembly language,

C code writing for this processor, code optimization and validation.

Abstract:

The course focuses on the complex digital hardware design methodology.

The main methodological tool of the course is VHDL language that taught

its advanced capabilities used to design large and complex systems under

the strict constraints, such as speed, area, power, etc. Hardware description languages,

in general and VHDL language in particular are central to modern digital design,

primarily because of the appearance of high-density programmable components.

Here are three main reasons that make the VHDL language so powerful:

A. Using behavioral description allows handling complex designs (until millions of gates)

in a relatively easy and makes the modular design and easy maintenance and modification.

B. The design is relatively rapidly, thereby reducing costs and risks.

C. This is the standard language and use of its capabilities allows, on one hand to

achieve design uniformity (by using Top-Down or Bottom-Up design approach),

Abstract:

Chips are installed in every system surrounding us in every aspect of our lives.

From personal computers, cell phones, cars, airplanes, medical systems, financial systems and more.

Research, development and manufacturing of VLSI systems is a significant part of the High-tech industry and of research activity in the university.

Understanding the way chips are designed and their operation is important for those interested in being a part of these industries.

sDuring the course we'll study the process of planning, designing and manufacturing chips, from the idea phase to a working product.