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13E064AMPN - Analysis and Modelling of Semiconductor Devices

Course specification
Course title Analysis and Modelling of Semiconductor Devices
Acronym 13E064AMPN
Study programme Electrical Engineering and Computing
Module Physical Electronics - Nanoelectronics, Optoelectronics, Laser Technology
Type of study bachelor academic studies
Lecturer (for classes)
Lecturer/Associate (for practice)
Lecturer/Associate (for OTC)
    ESPB 6.0 Status elective
    Condition none
    The goal Introduction to mathematical - physical modelling of practical semiconductor device. Model analysis and simulation explain the influence of relevant parameters for device functioning and lead students to the optimal design of devices.
    The outcome Student is capable of understanding the influence of various device parameters on real semiconductor devices or circuits and to select the appropriate model level. Student is able to apply SPICE in device or circuit synthesis.
    Contents
    Contents of lectures Modelling basics. The models of physical parameters. BJT, UJT and heterostructure BJT and UJT models. Opto electronic semiconductor devices modeling.Comparative simulations with ElectricCAD, SPICE, ALS, IRSIM. Inner workings, models and limits of SPICE simulator. SPICE macro modeling. SPICE analysis types used in electronic circuit design.
    Contents of exercises Examples of using finite difference methods and finite element method in solving model equations. Parallelization. Monte Carlo analysis. Applying LTSpice simulator in analysis and design of electronic circuits. SPICE noise modeling.
    Literature
    1. R.Ramović, "Analiza i modelovanje poluprovodničkih naprava", skripta, Beograd, 1993.
    2. S. Selberherra, "Analysis and simulation of semiconductor Devices", Springer.Verlag, Wien, 1985.
    3. R.Ramović, R. Šašić, "Analiza i modelovanje unipolarnih tranzistora malih dimenzija", Dineh, Beograd, 1999.
    4. D.Tsaukalos, C.Tsamis (eds), "Simulation of Semiconductor Processes and Devices (SISPAD)", Springer, Wien, 2001.
    Number of hours per week during the semester/trimester/year
    Lectures Exercises OTC Study and Research Other classes
    3 2
    Methods of teaching Lectures, auditory exercises. Discussions, demonstrations, presentations. Project design.
    Knowledge score (maximum points 100)
    Pre obligations Points Final exam Points
    Activites during lectures 0 Test paper 0
    Practical lessons 30 Oral examination 40
    Projects
    Colloquia 0
    Seminars 30