Practice Pre-lab Preparation (2) - CMOS Inverter Switching Characteristics & Delay Analysis
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Pre-Lab Preparation

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What is the purpose of reviewing lecture notes before the lab?

💡 Hint: Think about why understanding is important.

Question 2 Easy

What does VT stand for in NMOS and PMOS parameters?

💡 Hint: Think about what voltage is required to turn on the transistor.

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Question 1

What does the acronym VT stand for in the context of NMOS and PMOS transistors?

Variable Threshold
Transient Voltage
Threshold Voltage

💡 Hint: Consider why we need a threshold to operate transistors.

Question 2

True or False: Familiarizing yourself with EDA tools is optional for lab readiness.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about how you would perform tasks without knowing the tools.

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Challenge 1 Hard

You are tasked to set up a CMOS inverter simulation but do not recall how each SPICE parameter influences the simulation outcome. Develop a plan to review these parameters effectively.

💡 Hint: List parameters and find their roles in an inverter circuit.

Challenge 2 Hard

After running a preliminary simulation, you obtain unexpected results. Discuss a troubleshooting process to identify and rectify issues within your setup.

💡 Hint: Think about the common errors that could arise in simulations.

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