NanoSim Advanced
 

OVERVIEW

This workshop teaches you the advanced features of NanoSim and goes into greater depth on a number of topics discussed in basic NanoSim training. Topics covered include: simulation algorithms and modes; interactive debug; timing checks; power analysis; Nanosim-VCS Co-simulation; and Post-layout simulation.
The workshop will also describe the basic concepts behind the NanoSim simulator and how they impact simulator performance and accuracy.

OBJECTIVES

• Learn the advanced capabilities of NanoSim
• Learn timing and power check commands
• Learn VCS-NanoSim co-simulation capabilities
• Acquire hands on experience from course lab exercises

AUDIENCE PROFILE

Analog designers and engineers who perform circuit simulation and analysis at either the transistor or system level.

PREREQUISITES

Completion of the basic NanoSim course or experience using HSIM or another circuit simulator tool.
Experience with UNIX basic commands and utilities like “vi” or some other text editor.

COURSE OUTLINE

Day 1

• Partitioning
• Timestep Control
• Device Modeling
• Interactive debug
• Ease of use and accuracy commands

Day 2

• Power report commands and Power diagnostics
• HAR - Hierarchical Array Reduction
• Post-Layout Simulation and flows
• NanoSim Integration with VCS

SYNOPSYS TOOLS USED

NanoSim
Cosmos Scope