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What will I learn on this module?
This module aims to further develop your capabilities in the areas of digital systems by means of synthesizable register-transfer level (RTL) coding.
The module starts by introducing digital system design and an overview of Verilog language. You will learn the implementation of both sequential and combinational circuits using Verilog as well as the concept of testbench and will learn how to apply the concept of testbench to real-world problems and how to simulate the real devices and digital components in your testbench. Through examples, you also will learn about FSM and design hierarchy and the benefit of clean code in a project. Further sections continue with the common design techniques, such as synchronisation reset, ping-pong operation, and cross clock domain design.
You will also learn techniques and tools that help you with developing your RTL codes including:
1- Simulation
2- Debugging
3- FSM design tools
4- Available standard library
This part of the module comes with a set of workshops specifically arranged to teach you how to use designated tools for simulation and programming a FPGA device.
Another section of the module is devoted to programming FPGA using modern programming languages. You will start by understanding SoC architectures and available modern programming languages for FPGA. Then you will learn the fundamental requirements of using a modern programming language for FPGA programming such as commonly used keywords, libraries, packages, etc. The structure of the modern programming language is covered and its implementing is then explained through several examples and you learn how to apply your acquired knowledge to real world problems. You then will be briefly introduced to topics including digital signal processing (DSP), software defined radio (SDR), and their common and cutting-edge applications in daily life and industry.
How will I learn on this module?
The module will be delivered via a combination of lectures, directed and independent learning and practical workshops as well as asynchronous pre-recorded videos.
Lectures will be used to deliver the key concepts, knowledge and understanding of high-level technologies. Regular workshops will provide them with the vital practical experience required to support hardware design concepts and develop the skills the students will need to successfully complete the assignment.
How will I be supported academically on this module?
All taught materials will be provided on the eLearning platform, including workshop exercises, past exam questions and examples. You will also have access to pre-recorded video of all topics and workshops. You will be encouraged to ask questions and fully engage during all contact sessions, including workshops.
What will I be expected to read on this module?
All modules at Northumbria include a range of reading materials that students are expected to engage with. Online reading lists (provided after enrolment) give you access to your reading material for your modules. The Library works in partnership with your module tutors to ensure you have access to the material that you need.
What will I be expected to achieve?
Knowledge & Understanding:
1. Applying appropriate codes of practice and industry standards; knowledge of the use of high-level techniques, programmable logic development equipment, software packages, and simulation tools. (AHEP 4 M1, M3)
Intellectual / Professional skills & abilities:
2. Design, model, simulate, and implement a range of digital hardware sub-systems using high-level techniques. (AHEP 4 M5, M6)
Personal Values Attributes (Global / Cultural awareness, Ethics, Curiosity) (PVA):
3. Doing group work to develop teamwork skills and promote collaboration; using practical workshops skills to investigate complex problems; providing the opportunity to innovate and show creativity by granting design freedom and research requirement within a solution approach (AHEP 4 M5, M16);
4. Awareness of environmental effect from high-power processing units and digital systems assessed in CW3 (AHEP 4 M7)
How will I be assessed?
This module will be assessed as follows.
1- Coursework (CW): Project assignment 60% for LO1, LO2, LO3:
Here the students are asked to develop an high level code to program a FPGA device to deliver a list of specifications as the project requirements.
2- Coursework (CW): Lab report 40% for LO1, LO2, LO3, LO4:
The students are asked to write a report based on the lab sessions they had to show their level of understanding and skills related to practical aspect of the module.
Pre-requisite(s)
None
Co-requisite(s)
None
Module abstract
In this module you will acquire knowledge of designing digital systems using hardware description language (HDL). The module introduces digital logic design using Verilog hardware description language for FPGA chips. You will learn essential register-transfer level (RTL) coding skills to build synthesizable logic circuit. Both combinational and sequential circuits will be covered and commonly used digital blocks such as multiplexer, demultiplexer, counter, shift register, memory block, etc will be created using RTL coding. The industry standard tools will be used to facilitate design, verification, and implementation of the synthesizable codes. You will also learn the benefit of using testbench, IP, and timing analysis to enhance the development procedure and efficiency. Additionally, you will be introduced to program FPGA using modern programming languages. The concept of System on Chip (SoC) is covered, and you will learn the fundamentals of a modern programming language to program the FPGA device. The module also looks at finite state machine (FSM) and its RTL implementation as well as the concept of hierarchical design and clean code. Both RTL and modern programming language lectures will be accompanied by designated workshop to give you the hands-on experience and knowledge of practical work.
Course info
Credits 20
Level of Study Postgraduate
Mode of Study 2 years Full Time (with Advanced Practice in the second year)
2 other options available
Department Mathematics, Physics and Electrical Engineering
Location City Campus, Northumbria University
City Newcastle
Start September 2024 or January 2025
All information is accurate at the time of sharing.
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