A first attempt of Problem-Based Learning (PBL) in Microelectronic Course (BKE 4423) for Computer Engineering Undergraduates at Kolej Universiti Teknologi Tun Hussein Onn (KUiTTHO)
This paper discusses a review of a first attempt of Problem-Based Learning (PBL) in Microelectronic (BKE 4423) Course for Computer Engineering undergraduates at Kolej Universiti Teknologi Tun Hussein Onn (KUiTTHO). The target of this PBL is to design a 4-bit Carry Lookahead Adder (CLA) using both to...
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| Summary: | This paper discusses a review of a first attempt of Problem-Based Learning (PBL) in Microelectronic (BKE
4423) Course for Computer Engineering undergraduates at Kolej Universiti Teknologi Tun Hussein Onn
(KUiTTHO). The target of this PBL is to design a 4-bit Carry Lookahead Adder (CLA) using both top-down and
bottom-up approach. Ten undergraduates are working as a team to accomplish the task. The project is successfully
completed in the given duration, which is two months. Throughout the duration, undergraduates are working
independently to distribute the subtasks, learn new Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and Electronic Design
Automation (EDA) tool, determine the most suitable methodology flow and prepare the presentation and the documentation
of the project. Upon completion, a 4-bit CLA codes and a 4-bit CLA layout are available. Simulations
on both end products are shown. Both simulations are then validated against initial specifications and verified
among themselves. Besides, the designs from different groups are compared for the minimum area, fastest speed and
least transistors. |
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