Semiconductor Design 101
Welcome to Semiconductor Design 101! We are excited to have you join this foundational course designed to introduce you to the world of semiconductor design — the brain behind every modern device.
This course will help you build a solid understanding of chip design principles, from system-level architecture to logic synthesis, physical layout, verification, and testing. Whether you're new to the field or looking to strengthen your design intuition, this course will empower you to think critically, solve real-world challenges, and innovate with confidence.
Course Description
Semiconductor Design 101 is a pioneering online course collaboratively developed by Prof. Muhammad Mustafa Hussain of Purdue University with academic contributions from Dr. Tahir Ghani of Intel Corporation, Prof. Suman Datta of Georgia Institute of Technology, Prof. Sayeef Salahuddin of University of California Berkeley, Dr. Lars Tatum of Applied Materials, Prof. Kaushik Roy of Purdue University, Prof. David Pan of the University of Texas at Austin, Prof. Subhasish Mitra of Stanford University and Prof. Subramanian Iyer of the University of California Los Angeles.
Supported by Synopsys, the course builds on the global success of Semiconductor Fabrication 101 to deliver foundational and advanced knowledge in chip design. Through a 15-hour curriculum, learners will explore semiconductor principles, Technology Computer-Aided Design (TCAD), design methodologies, testing and verification, Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools, Verification and Testing, Product Design Kits (PDKs) and Fabrication.
Designed for accessibility and impact, this course offers joint certification from Synopsys and Purdue, equipping participants with the skills and recognition needed to launch or accelerate careers in the dynamic semiconductor sector.