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The Calibre library contains a collection of learning paths that will help you master using the tools and the development of application-specific code.

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Access to new training content added during the subscription period
Knowledge assessments to measure learning progress

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Chapters

learning path

Using Calibre DESIGNrev

This learning path will acquaint you with the many layout manipulation features available in Calibre DESIGNrev.

Preview Chapter

DESIGNrev Preferences and Personalization

Using Calibre DESIGNrev 7 Chapters

This learning path will acquaint you with the many layout manipulation features available in Calibre DESIGNrev.

1 Introduction to Calibre DESIGNrev 8 Topics

Primary Uses and Benefits of Using Calibre® DESIGNrev
Quick Tour of the DESIGNrev GUI
DESIGNrev Preferences and Personalization
Knowledge Check 1: Introduction to Calibre DESIGNrev
DESIGNrev Modes of Operation
Lab: Introduction to Calibre DESIGNrev
Knowledge Check 2: Introduction to Calibre DESIGNrev
Assessment: Introduction to Calibre DESIGNrev

2 Viewing Layouts 9 Topics

Loading Data into Calibre DESIGNrev
Managing Layer Appearance in DESIGNrev
Loading Layer Names from a SVRF Rule Deck
Knowledge Check 1: Viewing Layouts
Controlling Layer Viewability
Viewing Cells and Hierarchy
Lab: Viewing Layouts
Knowledge Check 2: Viewing Layouts
Assessment: Viewing Layouts

3 Inspecting Layouts 7 Topics

Controlling Window Size and Placement
Rulers and Grids
Knowledge Check 1: Inspecting Layouts
Working with Multiple Layouts
Lab : Inspecting Layouts
Knowledge Check 2: Inspecting Layouts
Assessment: Inspecting Layouts

4 Editing Layouts 10 Topics

Working with Editing Context
Selection Filters and Edit Modes
Knowledge Check 1: Editing Layouts
Example: Fixing a Width Violation
Example: Fixing a Spacing Violation Using Notch
Moving a Cell Instance
Replacing Cell Instances
Lab: Editing Layouts
Knowledge Check 2: Editing Layouts
Assessment: Editing Layouts

5 Calibre DESIGNrev in Your Work Flow 8 Topics

Launching Calibre Tools from DESIGNrev
Running Calibre Tools
Knowledge Check 1: Calibre DESIGNrev in Your Work Flow
Highlighting Calibre Results and Nets
Creating Screen Captures and Clips
Lab: DESIGNrev In the Work Flow
Knowledge Check 2: Calibre DESIGNrev in Your Work Flow
Assessment: Calibre DESIGNrev in Your Work Flow

6 Scripted Layout Manipulation 5 Topics

DESIGNrev Scripts, Macros, and Utilities - An Overview
Invoking DESIGNrev Scripts
Lab: Scripted Layout Manipulation
Knowledge Check 1: Scripted Layout Manipulation
Assessment: Scripted Layout Manipulation

7 Using Calibre DESIGNrev Instructor-Led Course Materials 1 Topic

Calibre DESIGNrev Materials

Chapters

learning path

Calibre xRC

The Calibre xRC Parasitic Extraction course will help you learn how to use the powerful Calibre xRC tool to extract parasitic information from your IC layouts.

Preview Chapter

Introduction to Calibre xRC

Calibre xRC 8 Chapters

The Calibre xRC Parasitic Extraction course will help you learn how to use the powerful Calibre xRC tool to extract parasitic information from your IC layouts.

1 Basics of Parasitic Extraction 6 Topics

Introduction to Calibre xRC
Knowledge Check 1: Basics of Parasitic Extraction
Parasitic Extraction Basics
Parasitic Networks
Knowledge Check 2: Basics of Parasitic Extraction
Assessment: Basics of Parasitic Extraction

2 Calibre xRC Basics 7 Topics

Calibre xRC Inputs and Outputs
Knowledge Check 1: Calibre xRC Basics
Calibre xRC Extraction Stages Part-1
Calibre xRC Extraction Stages Part-2
Knowledge Check 2: Calibre xRC Basics
Lab: Calibre xRC Basics
Assessment: Calibre xRC Basics

3 Extracting with Calibre xRC 8 Topics

Inspecting Transcripts
Calibre xRC Reports Part 1
Knowlege Check 1: Extracting with Calibre xRC
Calibre xRC Reports Part 2
Parasitic Inspection using Calibre RVE and Calibre DESIGNrev
Knowlege Check 2: Extracting with Calibre xRC
Lab: Extracting with Calibre xRC
Assessment: Extracting with Calibre xRC

4 Leveraging Design Hierarchy 11 Topics

Flat Extraction
Gate Level Extraction
Knowledge Check 1: Leveraging Design Hierarchy
Hierarchical Memory and Mixed-Signal Hiererchical Extraction
In-context Extraction
ADMS Extraction
Hierarchy Control Using XCells
Extraction Summary
Knowledge Check 2: Leveraging Design Hierarchy
Lab: Leveraging Design Hierarchy
Assessment: Leveraging Design Hierarchy

5 Netlist Extraction 6 Topics

Netlist Extraction
Knowledge Check1: Netlist Extraction
Specifying PEX Netlist Options
Knowledge Check2: Netlist Extraction
Lab: Netlist Extraction
Assessment: Netlist Extraction

6 Parasitic Reduction Techniques 7 Topics

Parasitic Reduction Techniques - Part 1
Parasitic Reduction Techniques - Part 2
Knowledge Check 1: Parasitic Reduction Techniques
Metal Fill Extraction and Reduction
Knowledge Check 2: Parasitic Reduction Techniques
Lab: Parasitic Reduction Techniques
Assessment: Parasitic Reduction Techniques

7 Handling Parasitic On-Chip Variation 2 Topics

Layer Mapping
Assessment: Handling Parasitic On-Chip Variation

8 Appendix A: Extraction in Memory, Analog/RF and Mixed Signal 1 Topic

Appendix A: Extraction in Memory, Analog/RF and Mixed Signal

Chapters

learning path

Calibre xACT/xACT 3D

Learn how to use Calibre xACT and Calibre xACT 3D to extract parasitics from your IC layout.

Preview Chapter

The Calibre Parasitic Extraction Family

Calibre xACT/xACT 3D 7 Chapters

Learn how to use Calibre xACT and Calibre xACT 3D to extract parasitics from your IC layout.

1 Calibre xACT/xACT 3D Learning Path Overview 1 Topic

Learning Path Overview

2 Selecting an Extraction Tool 8 Topics

The Calibre Parasitic Extraction Family
Calibre xACT Overview
Lab: Run a Calibre xACT Job
Knowledge Check 1: Selecting an Extraction Tool
Calibre xACT 3D Overview
Understanding Calibre xACT Options
Knowledge Check 2: Selecting an Extraction Tool
Assessment: Selecting an Extraction Tool

3 Set Up and Run Calibre xACT (GUI) 9 Topics

Using the GUI to Specify Calibre xACT Inputs
Using the GUI to specify the Calibre xACT Mode
Knowledge Check 1: Set Up and Run Calibre xACT (GUI)
Using the GUI to Specify Extraction Type
Using the GUI to Specify xACT Output Files
Using the GUI to Specify xACT Job Options - Part I
Lab: Use the GUI to Set Up a Run
Knowledge Check 2: Set Up and Run Calibre xACT (GUI)
Assessment: Set Up and Run Calibre xACT (GUI)

4 Set Up and Run Calibre xACT (SVRF) 9 Topics

Using SVRF to Specify Calibre xACT Inputs
Using SVRF to Specify the Calibre xACT Mode
Using the Command Line to Specify Extraction Type
Knowledge Check 1: Set Up and Run Calibre xACT (SVRF)
Using SVRF to Specify xACT Output Files
Using SVRF to Specify xACT Job Options - Part I: Net Selection
Lab: Use SVRF to Set Up a Run
Knowledge Check 2: Set Up and Run Calibre xACT (SVRF)
Assessment: Set Up and Run Calibre xACT (SVRF)

5 Review Extraction Results 10 Topics

Calibre PEX DSPF Netlist Structure
Calibre PEX HSPICE Netlist Structure
Accessing PEX Results with RVE
Using RVE to Display PEX Results
Knowledge Check 1: Review Extraction Results
Using RVE to Cross-Probe PEX Results I: Resistance & Intrinsic Capacitance
Using RVE to Cross-Probe PEX Results II: Cross-Coupling Capacitance
Lab: Working with RVE
Knowledge Check 2: Review Extraction Results
Assessment: Review Extraction Results

6 Parasitic Reduction 12 Topics

Introduction to Reduction
ROnly Reduction
MINRES Reduction
Coupled Capacitance Reduction
Knowledge Check 1: Parasitic Reduction
MINCAP Reduction
Lab: Parasitic Reduction
TICER Reduction
Parasitic Network Reduction Recipes
Metal Fill Extraction and Reduction
Knowledge Check 2: Parasitic Reduction
Assessment: Parasitic Reduction

7 Working with Extraction Hierarchy 11 Topics

Flat Extraction
Gate-Level Extraction Part I
Gate-Level Extraction Part II
Knowledge Check 1: Working with Exraction Hierarchy
Full Hierarchical Extraction Part I
Full Hierarchical Extraction Part II
Hierarchy Control with xCells
Ideal Extraction
Lab: Working with Extraction Hierarchy
Knowledge Check 2: Working with Extraction Hierarchy
Assessment: Working with Extraction Hierarchy

25 Learning Paths

189 Chapters

1555 Topics

98 Hours of Video

Outline

Receive unlimited access to all new content added during your active subscription.

During your subscription period, you will automatically receive access to all new content added to the library, including training on new product releases and technology updates to maximize your proficiency.

On-Demand Training - Calibre

12 month subscription
Access to cloud-based environment for hands-on lab exercises
Access to new training content added during the subscription period
Knowledge assessments to measure learning progress

Starting at
USD $2500.00 / year

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Description

Explore This On-Demand Training

Content Details

Using Calibre DESIGNrev

DESIGNrev Preferences and Personalization

Using Calibre DESIGNrev 7 Chapters

1 Introduction to Calibre DESIGNrev 8 Topics

2 Viewing Layouts 9 Topics

3 Inspecting Layouts 7 Topics

4 Editing Layouts 10 Topics

5 Calibre DESIGNrev in Your Work Flow 8 Topics

6 Scripted Layout Manipulation 5 Topics

7 Using Calibre DESIGNrev Instructor-Led Course Materials 1 Topic

Calibre xRC

Introduction to Calibre xRC

Calibre xRC 8 Chapters

1 Basics of Parasitic Extraction 6 Topics

2 Calibre xRC Basics 7 Topics

3 Extracting with Calibre xRC 8 Topics

4 Leveraging Design Hierarchy 11 Topics

5 Netlist Extraction 6 Topics

6 Parasitic Reduction Techniques 7 Topics

7 Handling Parasitic On-Chip Variation 2 Topics

8 Appendix A: Extraction in Memory, Analog/RF and Mixed Signal 1 Topic

Calibre xACT/xACT 3D

The Calibre Parasitic Extraction Family

Calibre xACT/xACT 3D 7 Chapters

1 Calibre xACT/xACT 3D Learning Path Overview 1 Topic

2 Selecting an Extraction Tool 8 Topics

3 Set Up and Run Calibre xACT (GUI) 9 Topics

4 Set Up and Run Calibre xACT (SVRF) 9 Topics

5 Review Extraction Results 10 Topics

6 Parasitic Reduction 12 Topics

7 Working with Extraction Hierarchy 11 Topics

mouse On-Demand Training - Calibre

On-Demand Training - Calibre

On-Demand Training - Calibre