Analog Design Masterclass

The course provides a concise overview of the following topics:

Introduction to Analog Circuits

• Overview of analog vs. digital circuits
• Basic components: resistors, capacitors, inductors, and transistors

Amplifiers

• Operational Amplifiers (Op-Amps): Theory and applications
• Inverting and non-inverting amplifiers
• Differential amplifiers
• Power amplifiers and their design

Filters

• Low-pass, high-pass, band-pass, and band-stop filters
• Design and implementation of active filters
• Frequency response analysis

Oscillators

• Types of oscillators: RC, LC, and crystal oscillators
• Design and stability analysis of oscillators
• Feedback theory in oscillator design

Feedback and Stability

• Negative and positive feedback in analog circuits
• Loop gain and stability criteria
• Compensation techniques

Voltage Regulators and Power Management

• Linear voltage regulators vs. switch-mode power supplies
• Designing low-dropout regulators (LDOs)
• Power efficiency considerations

Noise and Distortion

• Sources of noise in analog circuits
• Methods to reduce noise and distortion
• Signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and its importance

Signal Processing Techniques

• Analog signal conditioning
• Amplification, filtering, and signal shaping
• Practical application in sensor interfacing

Transistor-Level Design

• Bipolar Junction Transistors (BJT) vs. Field Effect Transistors (FET)
• Transistor biasing and small-signal models
• Multistage amplifiers and differential pair designs

Design Tools and Simulations

• Introduction to SPICE simulations
• Using CAD tools for analog circuit design
• Real-world design considerations and trade-offs