Key Competencies Include:

• Research, design and implementation of architectures and building blocks (IP) for SoC
• ADC/DAC design, modelling and characterization
• Low power technologies
  
• On chip test/development instrumentation and interfaces
• Hardware and software design, with focus on embedded systems
• Designing high-voltage and logic level circuits on a single die
• Implementation of automotive in-vehicle network nodes (LIN and CAN) on silicon
• Expertise in use of industry-standard ASIC and FPGA design tools
• Prototype development

The MSIC aims to develop the fundamental knowledge base and design structures necessary to achieve a centre of excellence in VLSI design

• To train the next generation of chip designers in Soc Design
• To carry out research activities focused on mixed-signal and SoC design, debug, verification and test.
• Teaming graduate students, faculty and industrial liaisons through research.
• Conducting research on design and feasibility of various systems, including the development of new design concepts
• Accelerating technology transfer with industry.
• Providing a forum for the exchange of best practices among industrial partnerships
• To be a national centre of excellence in IC design