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A specialized training course titled "The Role of Logic Design and Synthesis in Integrated Circuit Design" was conducted by Dr. Neeraj Kumar Shukla, the Associate Professor in the Electrical Engineering Department at the College of Engineering, to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental principles in this field. The course covered how logic design and synthesis serve as essential tools in developing integrated circuits, offering both theoretical foundations and practical applications to enhance participants' skills. Through this course, attendees gained insights into the latest challenges and innovations in integrated circuit design, equipping them with crucial knowledge for careers in this rapidly evolving sector. The training covered several key topics, including:

1. Introduction to the Semiconductor Industry globally and in Saudi Arabia.
2. VLSI Design Flow and its significance.
3. Logic Design from a Semiconductor Industry Perspective.
4. EDA Tools for RTL Design and Synthesis.
5. RTL Design & Hardware Description Languages (HDLs).
6. Introduction to Logic Synthesis and its role in IC design.
7. Goals of Synthesis, including translation, optimization, and mapping.
8. Understanding key file formats (.v, .vhd, .lib, .lef, .def, .sdc).
9. Gate-level netlist and its applications.
10. Power, Timing, and Area Reports in IC design.
11. The Importance of Skilled Manpower in the semiconductor job market.

This course provided valuable technical knowledge and practical insights, preparing engineers and designers to contribute effectively to the growing semiconductor industry.