Introduction to IC Design

This lecture provides an introduction to the design of analog CMOS integrated circuits at the transistor level, covering topics such as the physics of bipolar and MOS transistors, basic building blocks for linear analog circuits, operational amplifiers, and layout techniques. It also explores the challenges faced by IC designers due to low supply voltage, leakage, PVT variations, and technology scaling. The instructor emphasizes the importance of good analog design skills, which require intuition, rigor, and creativity. Additionally, the lecture delves into the history of CMOS technology and its significance in the semiconductor industry.