Linear and non-linear circuit simulation techniques-Algorithms and computational methods; transient analysis; frequency domain analysis; moment methods; sensitivity analysis timing simulation. Numerical solution of differential equations-FEM, FVM and FDM, grid generation, error estimates, transient and small signal solutions applications to device and process simulation. Introduction to VHDL modeling, layout algorithms, yield estimation algorithms, Symbolic analysis and synthesis of analog ICs. Lab : Familiarity with tools such as SPICE, device and process simulators, MAGIC, VHDL and project.