What Topics are Covered in Mixed-Signal IC Design Courses?

[user101]

Hi all - quick question: what type of topics do you learn in Mixed-signal IC Design courses? (at the upper undergrad level/low-level masters)?

I have a course entitled "RECONFIGURABLE MIXED-SIGNAL IC DESIGN" and was considering taking it in place of another course. I've read the wiki link, but was hoping someone else could expand on it further.

 

[chroot]

Generally you learn some Verilog and some basics of amplifier design.

-Warren

 

[user101]

What field would this be most relevant to?

Also, if I didn't really enjoy my Digital Systems Design (used VHDL in it) that much, should I stay away from this class?

 

[chroot]

It would be most relevant to the industry (employing tens of thousands of people) who design mixed-signal integrated circuits.

If you don't like digital design, I'd probably look into something else, yes. You might like analog design, but I personally feel it's much more difficult than digital.

- Warren