Computer Aided Logical Design with Emphasis on VLSI

This book bridges the gap between logical design and VLS1 design- this substantially revised edition reflects the computer engineering curricula changes of the past decade. Although many of the same topics in the third edition are covered, NMOS and standard-cell based CMOS methodologies are now stressed. Thoroughly updated, the new edition covers CAD tools, PLA's and VLS1 systems. new, open-ended design problems encopurage students to practice designing.

Tied to no particular set of computer-aided logic design tools, it advocates the new emphasis in VLSI design. Includes support of layout synthesis from description in a register transfer level language as well as from design capture. Contains a detailed introduction to Boolean algebra, Karnaugh maps and sequential circuits. In this edition discussion of combination logic has been extended; switching circuits updated; a comprehensive treatment of test generation for VLSI included.