Practice Phase 2: Schematic Design & Functional Simulation - 4.2 | Lab Module 11: Final Project / Open-Ended Design Challenge | VLSI Design Lab
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4.2 - Phase 2: Schematic Design & Functional Simulation

Learning

Practice Questions

Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.

Question 1

Easy

What is the main purpose of schematic design in digital VLSI?

💡 Hint: Think about why a blueprint is important in construction.

Question 2

Easy

Define functional simulation.

💡 Hint: What do we do in simulations to verify designs?

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What is the main purpose of a testbench in simulations?

  • Apply output signals
  • Register test results
  • Simulate input conditions

💡 Hint: What is the role of the testbench in ensuring functional accuracy?

Question 2

True or False: Functional simulations account for physical layout.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about what we are trying to validate during the functional simulation.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Design a full adder schematic and perform a functional simulation. List all the potential errors you might expect and how to address them.

💡 Hint: What should you focus on when verifying each connection in your schematic?

Question 2

Consider a situation where your functional simulation shows no output despite correct wiring. Discuss possible reasons and how you would troubleshoot.

💡 Hint: Think about inputs, outputs, and their connections with regard to timing.

Challenge and get performance evaluation