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Aims :

To know the theoretical foundations of design and simulation of digital and mixed-signal systems. To know the main methodologies of design at system level. To put into practice these methodologies using a simulation tool at system level: SystemC.

Topics :

-Theoretical basis
Models of computation: Kahn process network [Koc, Kah], dataflow [Lee1, Lee2], randevouz-based systems, discrete-events: RTL [Dev], network modelling, transaction-based Soc platform modelling (TLM) [Cai].
-Interfacing with analog world
Continuous-time systems. Sigma delta converters and modulators[Azi].
-Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMs) Design
Bulk and surface micromachining. Applications.
-Soc Design methodology
“describe and synthesize” [Gaj], “specify-explore-refine” [Gaj], “platform-based desing” [Cha], IP reuse.
-Tools
SystemC [Gro], SystemC-WMS [Orc].
-Case study

Textbooks :

[Koc] de Kock, E.A.; Essink, G.; Smits, W.J.M.; van der Wolf, R.; Brunei, J.-Y.; Kruijtzer, W.M.; Lieverse, P.; Vissers, K.A.; YAPI: application modeling for signal processing systems, Design Automation Conference, 2000. Proceedings 2000.
[Lee1] E. A. Lee, T. M. Parks, Dataflow process network, IEEE Proceedings, 1995.
[Dev] S. Devadas, Logic Synthesis, McGraw-Hill.
[Azi] Aziz, P.M.; Sorensen, H.V.; vn der Spiegel, J.; An overview of sigma-delta converters, Signal Processing Magazine, IEEE Volume 13, Issue 1, Jan. 1996.
[Gaj1] D. D. Gajaski, Specification and design of embedded system, Prentice Hall.
[Gro] T. Grotker, System Design with SystemC, Kluwer Academic Publisher.
[Orc] S. Orcioni, G. Biagetti, M. Conti. SystemC-WMS: A Wave Mixed Signal Simulator. In Proc. of Forum on Specifications & Design Languages (FDL'05), Losanne, September 2005.

Exam :

The exam consists in an oral test and in the presentation of a project report. The project report is optional.

Tutorial Session :

From monday to thursday from 15:00 to 16:00.