VSD - Static Timing Analysis

Static timing analysis comprises broadly for timing checks, constraints and library. Having all of them in a single course makes it bulky. So we decided to have it in 3 parts and this is part I - Essential timing checks. This course will give an eagle's eye to every timing check that is being performed in current industries for sign-off. This will also introduce you to basic terminologies for timing, which are needed for advanced courses on STA.

Timing comes at every step of physical design flow, but in this course, we primarily focus on signoff timing i.e. looking into each and every corner of design for any timing violations

The course starts from very basic and gradually takes you to an advanced level at an intermediate pace. So no questions on you missing any details

Hope you enjoy learning this course in the same way we enjoyed making them.

Happy Learning .

What's inside

Learning objectives

Understand various sta checks for timing closure
Able to do a quality analysis for real designs

Know-how on how real sta works in industries, something which you will not find in any books
Step-by-step and structured timing analysis

Understand various sta checks for timing closure
Able to do a quality analysis for real designs
Know-how on how real sta works in industries, something which you will not find in any books
Step-by-step and structured timing analysis

Syllabus

Introduction and agenda

Introduction

Introduction to timing path and arrival time

Introduction to required time and slack

Introduction to basic categories of setup and hold analysis

Introduction to data check and latch timing

Introduction to slew, load and clock checks

First things first - Introduction to timing graph

Convert logic gates into nodes

Compute actual arrival time (AAT)

Compute required arrival time (RAT)

Compute slack and introduction to GBA-PBA analysis

Convert pins to nodes and compute AAT, RAT and slack

Clk-to-q delay, library setup, hold time and jitter

Introduction to transistor level circuit for flops

Negative and positive latch transistor level operation

Library setup time calculation

Clk-q delay calculation

Steps to create eye diagram for jitter analysis

Jitter extraction and accounting in setup timing analysis

Textual timing reports and hold analysis

Setup analysis - graphical to textual representation

Hold analysis with real clocks

Hold analysis - graphical to textual representation

On-chip variation

Sources of variation - etching

Sources of variation - oxide thickness

Relationship between resistance, drain current and delay

OCV timing and pessimism removal

OCV based setup timing analysis

Setup timing analysis after pessimism removal

OCV based hold timing analysis

Hold timing analysis after pessimism removal

Conclusion

Conclusion and next topics!!

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Teaches aspects of timing analysis essential for sign-off in industry

Introduces basic static timing analysis concepts and terminology

Beginner-friendly with a gradual pace

Reviews summary

Intro to static timing analysis for beginners

Learners say this course is a great way to get started with static timing analysis (STA) or as a refresher for beginners. The instructor provides a clear high-level overview of STA.

Course is accessible for those new to STA.

"As a begineer,i have learnt many things about static timing analysis and got an overview of it."

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in VSD - Static Timing Analysis - I with these activities:

Compute STA Metrics

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Practicing STA calculations will strengthen your understanding of timing concepts and prepare you for more complex STA tasks.

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Given a logic circuit, compute the actual arrival time (AAT) at each node.
Calculate the required arrival time (RAT) and slack for each node.
Identify any timing violations and suggest potential solutions.

Analyze Timing Graphs

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Visualizing timing relationships through graphs deepens your understanding of STA and helps identify potential issues.

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Construct timing graphs for simple logic circuits.
Identify and analyze critical paths and potential timing violations.
Use timing graphs to debug and optimize designs.

Mentor Junior STA Engineers

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Mentoring others not only reinforces your knowledge but also fosters a sense of community within the STA field.

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Identify opportunities to mentor junior STA engineers.
Share your knowledge and experience.
Provide guidance on STA best practices.
Review their work and offer constructive feedback.

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Career center

Learners who complete VSD - Static Timing Analysis - I will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Timing Analyst

Timing Analysts apply their knowledge of circuit-level electronic design to ensure that the timing of signals meets project specifications and reduces the risk of project delays. This Static Timing Analysis course may be useful because it provides Timing Analysts with the essential timing checks they need to perform signoff timing analysis. The course also provides Timing Analysts with a structured approach to timing analysis, which can help them to identify and resolve timing issues quickly and efficiently.

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Electrical Engineer

Electrical Engineers use their knowledge of electricity to design and develop new electrical products. This Static Timing Analysis course may be useful because it provides Electrical Engineers with the essential timing checks they need to ensure that their designs meet project specifications. The course also provides Electrical Engineers with a structured approach to timing analysis, which can help them to identify and resolve timing issues quickly and efficiently.

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Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineers use their knowledge of manufacturing to ensure that new products are manufactured efficiently and to a high quality. This Static Timing Analysis course may be useful because it provides Manufacturing Engineers with the essential timing checks they need to ensure that their products are manufactured on time and within budget. The course also provides Manufacturing Engineers with a structured approach to timing analysis, which can help them to identify and resolve timing issues quickly and efficiently.

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Systems Engineer

Systems Engineers use their knowledge of systems engineering to design and develop new systems. This Static Timing Analysis course may be useful because it provides Systems Engineers with the essential timing checks they need to ensure that their designs meet project specifications. The course also provides Systems Engineers with a structured approach to timing analysis, which can help them to identify and resolve timing issues quickly and efficiently.

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Computer Engineer

Computer Engineers use their knowledge of computer hardware and software to design and develop new computer products. This Static Timing Analysis course may be useful because it provides Computer Engineers with the essential timing checks they need to ensure that their designs meet project specifications. The course also provides Computer Engineers with a structured approach to timing analysis, which can help them to identify and resolve timing issues quickly and efficiently.

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Design Engineer

Design Engineers use their knowledge of electronics to design and develop new electronic products. This Static Timing Analysis course may be useful because it provides Design Engineers with the essential timing checks they need to ensure that their designs meet project specifications. The course also provides Design Engineers with a structured approach to timing analysis, which can help them to identify and resolve timing issues quickly and efficiently.

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Quality Assurance Engineer

Quality Assurance Engineers use their knowledge of quality assurance to ensure that new products meet project specifications. This Static Timing Analysis course may be useful because it provides Quality Assurance Engineers with the essential timing checks they need to perform signoff timing analysis. The course also provides Quality Assurance Engineers with a structured approach to timing analysis, which can help them to identify and resolve timing issues quickly and efficiently.

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Test Engineer

Test Engineers use their knowledge of testing to ensure that new products meet project specifications. This Static Timing Analysis course may be useful because it provides Test Engineers with the essential timing checks they need to perform signoff timing analysis. The course also provides Test Engineers with a structured approach to timing analysis, which can help them to identify and resolve timing issues quickly and efficiently.

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Hardware Engineer

Hardware Engineers use their knowledge of electronics to design and develop new hardware products. This Static Timing Analysis course may be useful because it provides Hardware Engineers with the essential timing checks they need to ensure that their designs meet project specifications. The course also provides Hardware Engineers with a structured approach to timing analysis, which can help them to identify and resolve timing issues quickly and efficiently.

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Digital Design Engineer

Digital Design Engineers use their knowledge of digital logic to design and develop new digital products. This Static Timing Analysis course may be useful because it provides Digital Design Engineers with the essential timing checks they need to ensure that their designs meet project specifications. The course also provides Digital Design Engineers with a structured approach to timing analysis, which can help them to identify and resolve timing issues quickly and efficiently.

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Project Engineer

Project Engineers use their knowledge of project management to plan and execute new projects. This Static Timing Analysis course may be useful because it provides Project Engineers with the essential timing checks they need to ensure that their projects are completed on time and within budget. The course also provides Project Engineers with a structured approach to timing analysis, which can help them to identify and resolve timing issues quickly and efficiently.

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Physical Design Engineer

Physical Design Engineers use their knowledge of electronic design automation (EDA) tools to convert logical designs into physical layouts. This Static Timing Analysis course may be useful because it provides Physical Design Engineers with the essential timing checks they need to perform signoff timing analysis. The course also provides Physical Design Engineers with a structured approach to timing analysis, which can help them to identify and resolve timing issues quickly and efficiently.

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Product Engineer

Product Engineers use their knowledge of product development to design and develop new products. This Static Timing Analysis course may be useful because it provides Product Engineers with the essential timing checks they need to ensure that their products meet project specifications. The course also provides Product Engineers with a structured approach to timing analysis, which can help them to identify and resolve timing issues quickly and efficiently.

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Verification Engineer

Verification Engineers ensure that hardware designs meet specifications and perform as intended. This Static Timing Analysis course may be useful because it provides Verification Engineers with the essential timing checks they need to perform signoff timing analysis. The course also provides Verification Engineers with a structured approach to timing analysis, which can help them to identify and resolve timing issues quickly and efficiently.

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Technical Writer

Technical Writers use their knowledge of writing to create technical documentation. This Static Timing Analysis course may be useful because it provides Technical Writers with the essential timing checks they need to understand and explain to others. The course also provides Technical Writers with a structured approach to timing analysis, which can help them to write clear and concise documentation.

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