Current Sources and Integrated Circuit Amplifiers

This lecture covers the concept of current sources and amplifiers in integrated circuits, focusing on topics such as voltage gain, input resistance, output resistance, and multiple output current mirrors. The slides also discuss the characteristics of common collector and emitter follower circuits, as well as the high static consumption due to current sources. The presentation includes details on the design considerations for bipolar transistors in integrated circuits, emphasizing the importance of input and output resistance. The lecture concludes with a discussion on the French (Swiss) approach to amplifier design.