5 ECTS credits
130 h study time
Offer 1 with catalog number 4016993ENR for all students in the 2nd semester at a (E) Master - advanced level.
Analyse means and tools used for description, simulation and implementation of complex digital systems. Focus on HDL (VHDL) and SystemC. Simulation process and simulator kernels. Analyse core architecture for high performance (Intel, SPARC), low-power (ARM) and (re)-configurable computing (Xilinx, Altera soft-cores), template processors (Leon). Communication in Systems-on-Chip: bus structures (ARM-AHB) and problem of scalability. Networks-on-Chip: architecture, routing strategises. Virtual channels. Examples of SoC, MPSoC architectures and system SW/HW optimisations.
The valid fiche can be found at the following link: ELEC - H505.
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Course material available on:
http://beams.ulb.ac.be/courses/ma2/advanced-digital-architectures
This course contributes to the following programme outcomes of the Master in Electronics and Information Technology Engineering:
The Master in Engineering Sciences has in-depth knowledge and understanding of
2. integrated structural design methods in the framework of a global design strategy
3. the advanced methods and theories to schematize and model complex problems or processes
The Master in Engineering Sciences can
5. conceive, plan and execute a research project, based on an analysis of its objectives, existing knowledge and the relevant literature, with attention to innovation and valorization in industry and society
6. correctly report on research or design results in the form of a technical report or in the form of a scientific paper
7. present and defend results in a scientifically sound way, using contemporary communication tools, for a national as well as for an international professional or lay audience
8. collaborate in a (multidisciplinary) team
9. work in an industrial environment with attention to safety, quality assurance, communication and reporting
10. develop, plan, execute and manage engineering projects at the level of a starting professional
11. think critically about and evaluate projects, systems and processes, particularly when based on incomplete, contradictory and/or redundant information
The Master in Engineering Sciences has
12. a creative, problem-solving, result-driven and evidence-based attitude, aiming at innovation and applicability in industry and society
The Master in Electronics and Information Technology Engineering:
17. Has an active knowledge of the theory and applications of electronics, information and communication technology, from component up to system level.
18. Has a profound knowledge of either (i) nano- and opto-electronics and embedded systems, (ii) information and communication technology systems or (iii) measuring, modelling and control.
19. Has a broad overview of the role of electronics, informatics and telecommunications in industry, business and society.
20. Is able to analyze, specify, design, implement, test and evaluate individual electronic devices, components and algorithms, for signal-processing, communication and complex systems.
21. Is able to model, simulate, measure and control electronic components and physical phenomena.
22. Is aware of and critical about the impact of electronics, information and communication technology on society.
The final grade is composed based on the following categories:
Other Exam determines 100% of the final mark.
Within the Other Exam category, the following assignments need to be completed:
Practical work accounts for 35% of the final mark.The exam is oral, no handbook allowed, two questions 20min of preparation, 5-10min of presentation and Q&A session.
This offer is part of the following study plans:
Master of Electronics and Information Technology Engineering: Standaard traject (only offered in Dutch)
Master of Electrical Engineering: Standaard traject BRUFACE J