Degree Awarded by
Knowledge Partners
Students will gain expertise in VLSI fundamentals, Digital and Analog Design, RTL design using Verilog/SystemVerilog, FPGA-based prototyping, CMOS layout and characterization, ASIC flow, and EDA tool usage. In Embedded Systems, learners will master microcontroller programming, real-time systems, interfacing techniques, embedded C, and IoT applications. The more students practice and engage, the faster they progress and become eligible for placements in top global semiconductor and electronics companies. This program blends skill, speed, and opportunity for a future-ready career.
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Future-Ready Career
Gain core technical skills aligned with industry 4.0 to unlock high-demand roles in VLSI and embedded systems across global technology companies. -
Industry Embedded
Apprenticeship-linked learning ensures direct exposure to real-world tasks and responsibilities, making students work-ready from day one. -
Hands-On Learning
Each semester includes problem-solving labs, design thinking tasks, and live industry simulations that build practical, real-world VLSI and Embedded skills. -
Global Exposure
Learn from leading global companies like Synopsys and Microchip, with tools and case studies used in semiconductor industries worldwide.
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As part of the VLSI design journey, students will engage in industry-relevant projects that simulate real semiconductor workflows. Tasks include digital circuit design using Verilog, simulation and synthesis using Synopsys tools, RTL-to-GDSII flow implementation, and timing analysis. Projects will cover logic gate design, state machines, arithmetic logic units (ALUs), memory blocks, and processor components. Students will also perform layout design, DRC/LVS checks, and learn power and area optimization techniques. Through hands-on FPGA prototyping and industry case studies, learners will gain practical exposure to SoC design practices. These structured tasks build core competence in chip-level design and verification workflows.
For Embedded Systems and Microcontroller training, students will undertake real-world application development using Microchip microcontrollers. Tasks include writing embedded C programs for sensor interfacing, data acquisition, motor control, and wireless communication. Projects will explore IoT-based solutions, such as smart home automation, energy monitoring systems, and health-tracking devices. Learners will work on configuring timers, ADCs, UART/SPI/I2C protocols, and real-time operating systems (RTOS). Debugging and testing firmware using MPLAB and other tools will be integral to the learning path. These tasks ensure students become proficient in embedded programming, system integration, and hardware-software co-design—critical skills for today’s electronics and automation industry.
This program uniquely blends academic depth with real industry immersion through apprenticeship, enabling students to gain “fresher with experience” status. With globally recognized tools, structured mentorship, and performance-driven opportunities, students build job-ready skills in VLSI and Embedded Systems—positioning themselves for accelerated careers in core electronics and semiconductor companies worldwide.
Top Takeaways for Students:
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Fresher with Experience:
Through real-time industry apprenticeships, students graduate with practical exposure and confidence, setting themselves apart in a competitive job market. -
Tool Proficiency:
Master industry-standard tools from Synopsys and Microchip—essential for careers in chip design, verification, and embedded system development. -
Project-Based Learning:
Work on real-world VLSI and embedded system projects that mirror industry tasks, fostering strong design thinking and technical problem-solving. -
Apprenticeship Support:
Structured pathways ensure deserving students receive apprenticeship stipends of ₹9000/month via connected industry networks. -
Placement Readiness:
Rigorous training builds a strong portfolio and interview skills, boosting readiness for top semiconductor and electronics companies. -
Mentorship & Certification:
Guided learning with expert mentors and industry-recognized certification increases career credibility and long-term growth potential.
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Synopsys – VLSI Design Excellence
Synopsys, a global leader in Electronic Design Automation (EDA), is a key industry partner for this program, bringing world-class expertise in VLSI design and semiconductor innovation. Through Synopsys toolsets and learning modules, students gain hands-on experience in RTL design, synthesis, verification, and physical design workflows. The collaboration ensures exposure to real-world chip development practices, aligning students with the skill demands of the semiconductor industry. Synopsys’ involvement guarantees cutting-edge learning aligned with what global chip design companies expect from entry-level professionals.
Microchip – Embedded Systems Innovation
Microchip Technology Inc., a leading provider of microcontrollers and embedded solutions, powers the embedded systems track of the program. With direct access to Microchip development boards, IDEs, and technical resources, students will learn embedded C programming, peripheral interfacing, real-time systems, and IoT integration. This partnership ensures that learners acquire practical skills for designing, developing, and testing microcontroller-based solutions widely used in automation, automotive, consumer electronics, and smart devices—making them industry-ready for a broad range of embedded system roles.VLSI Design – Job Roles:
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RTL Design Engineer
Designs and codes digital circuits using Verilog/SystemVerilog, focusing on functional correctness, synthesis readiness, and integration into larger SoC environments using EDA tools. -
Physical Design Engineer
Responsible for backend chip design including floorplanning, placement, routing, and timing closure, ensuring optimized layout using industry tools like Synopsys IC Compiler and Cadence Innovus. -
Verification Engineer
Develops and executes testbenches to verify RTL functionality using simulation, assertions, and coverage-driven verification techniques, often using tools like VCS and UVM methodology. -
DFT Engineer (Design for Testability)
Implements test structures like scan chains and BIST to ensure manufacturability and fault coverage in ASICs, working with ATPG tools and test pattern generation strategies.
Embedded Systems – Job Roles
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Embedded Software Developer
Writes firmware in C/C++ for microcontrollers, handling hardware interfacing, peripheral control, and real-time task management for consumer electronics and automation products. -
IoT Application Developer
Builds smart, connected applications using embedded systems and communication protocols like BLE, Wi-Fi, and MQTT, enabling IoT solutions for smart homes, healthcare, and industrial automation. -
Firmware Test Engineer
Designs and performs validation tests for embedded firmware, using debugging tools and test cases to ensure software reliability and performance across various hardware platforms. -
System Integration Engineer
Integrates sensors, actuators, and embedded controllers into functional systems, ensuring seamless interaction between hardware and software in real-time embedded environments.
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M.Tech (VLSI & Embedded Systems)
Apprenticeship Embedded
(Min. 9000/- PM for 6 to 12 Months)
The MIT-WPU and TECKSCHOOL Skilling Program in VLSI Design and Embedded Systems is a specialized, industry-aligned initiative launched in collaboration with Synopsys and Microchip—leaders in semiconductor and microcontroller technologies. This Apprenticeship Embedded Program empowers students with hands-on training, project-based learning, and the opportunity to earn a ₹9000/- monthly stipend through associated industry apprenticeships. With a focus on practical skill development in chip design, embedded programming, and system integration, the program prepares students to enter the electronics and semiconductor industry as freshers with experience.
