Course description

VLSI Design Verification Internship SUMMER PROGRAM

ChipXpert’s  6-WEEK  VLSI Design Verification Internship is designed to provide foundational and practical training in ASIC/FPGA verification, covering digital design basics, SystemVerilog, UVM, and debugging techniques. This program ensures hands-on experience with industry-standard verification methodologies and EDA tools.

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Key Highlights:

✅ Fundamentals & Hands-on Projects – Covering basics to advanced verification techniques
✅ Industry-Standard Tools – Exposure to Cadence, Synopsys, or Mentor Graphics tools
✅ Expert Mentorship – Learn from experienced VLSI verification engineers
✅ Certification – Earn a certificate of completion

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Course Curriculum:

  Module 1: Basics of Digital Design & VLSI Flow

• Number Systems & Boolean Algebra
• Combinational & Sequential Circuits (Mux, Flip-Flops, Counters)
• Finite State Machines (FSM)
• VLSI Design Flow – From RTL to GDSII

  Module 2: Introduction to Design Verification

• Importance of Functional Verification in Chip Design
• Verification Methodologies: Directed Testing vs. Constraint Random Testing
• Basics of Testbenches & Simulation

  Module 3: SystemVerilog for Verification

• Data Types, Arrays, and Structures
• Procedural Blocks & Concurrency
• Functional Coverage & Assertions (SVA)
• Interfacing with DUT (Device Under Test)

  Module 4: UVM-Based Verification Methodology

• Introduction to UVM (Universal Verification Methodology)
• UVM Components – Agents, Drivers, Monitors, Scoreboards
• Building a Basic UVM Testbench

  Module 5: Hands-on Projects & Debugging Techniques

• Verification of a Simple RISC Processor / Memory Controller
• Testbench Automation & Coverage Collection
• Debugging Waveforms, Logs & Common Errors
• Industry Case Studies & Best Practices

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Who Should Apply?

   Students & Fresh Graduates – Looking for a career in VLSI Verification
   Working Professionals – Transitioning into ASIC/FPGA verification
   Electronics Enthusiasts – Passionate about chip verification & debugging

Internship Benefits:

  ✔ Practical Hands-on Training with Industry-Standard EDA Tools
  ✔ Learn SystemVerilog & UVM for ASIC/FPGA Verification
  ✔ Certificate of Completion to boost your resume
  ✔ Job Readiness for Top Semiconductor Companies

Start your career in VLSI Verification with industry-relevant training!

 

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