University/Organization
¹,³ Electrical and Computer Engineering
California State University, Fresno
Fresno, California
¹,³ Electrical and Computer Engineering
California State University, Fresno
Fresno, California
²Computer Science and Engineering
Pacific States University
Los Angeles, California
Title
Intergrating Layout-Based Design Projects into ECE 140: A Scalable Approach for VLSI System Design Education
Synopsis
This work presents a scalable framework for integrating layout-based projects into ECE 140: VLSI System Design at Fresno State. Using open-source layout and verification tools, the approach strengthens implementation-aware learning in large classes. Student feedback and quiz results show improved learning outcomes, while a geometry- and metadata-based workflow enables practical detection of plagiarized layout submissions.