Integrated Circuits
Chapter Name : Semiconductor Electronics: Materials, Devices And Simple Circuits |
Sub Topic Code : 101_12_14_11_01 |
Topic Name : Integrated Circuits |
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Sub Topic Name : Integrated Circuits |
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Introduction
The miniaturization of computers.
Pre-Requisites:
Electrical Circuits
Activity:
You can observe the decrease in size of computers from the past and the increase in performance, this is made possible by ICs.
Real Life Question:
How did the size of the computers decrease?
Key Words / FlashCards
| Key Words | Definitions (pref. in our own words) |
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| Integrated Circuit | an electronic circuit formed on a small piece of semiconductor , performing the same function as a larger circuit made from individual components. |
Learning aids / Gadgets
| Gadgets | How it can be used |
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| Simulation Software | See the outputs of basic ICs like op-amps |
Real life uses :
Cars, Computers, Mobile Phones, Washing Machines etc. all have ICs
Places to visit :
Computer Museum, Chip Manufacturers - Intel, Qualcomm, AMD
Practical examples around us
| Examples | Explainations |
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| Computer Systems, Washing Machines | Most electrical appliances have ICs |
What you learn in Theory:
An introduction to the Integrated Circuit
What you learn in Practice:
The applications of IC.