CSE 122Introduction to VLSI Digital System Design
Introduces very large scale integrated (VLSI) custom integrated circuits. Topics include: semiconductor manufacturing, logic families, field-effect transistors (FETs), interconnect models, simulation, and circuits. Introduces the design flow from logic design to layout with a focus on high performance and low power. Students cannot receive credit for this course and CSE 222A. (Formerly Computer Engineering 122.)
Prerequisite(s): CSE 100, CSE 100L, ECE 101, and ECE 101L.
- Enroll in lecture and associated discussion section.
- Taught in conjunction with CSE 222A.
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When it runs
Winter 2027Open Winter 2027
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Tue Thu 7:10pm–8:45pm | Steven Acad 150 | M. R. Guthaus | Open 0/90 |
Winter 2026Open Winter 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Tue Thu 1:30pm–3:05pm | N. Sci Annex 101 | M. R. Guthaus | Closed 81/70 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matthew Guthaus | 2.8 / 5 | 3.9 / 5 | 42% | 24 |
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