Post-Silicon Validation ensures chip functionality after fabrication by testing performance, stability, and real-world behavior before product launch.
Level
Advanced
Duration
16 weeks
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About Post-Silicon Validation
Post-Silicon Validation is a critical phase in the semiconductor development cycle that begins after a chip is fabricated. In this stage, engineers test the physical silicon in real-world conditions to ensure it meets design specifications, performance targets, and reliability standards. Unlike pre-silicon simulation, this process validates actual hardware behavior, including power consumption, signal integrity, thermal performance, and system-level integration. Engineers use specialized tools, debug platforms, and automated test environments to identify functional bugs and performance bottlenecks. Effective post-silicon validation reduces product risk, improves quality, and ensures the chip is ready for mass production and market release.
Training Plan
About trainer
Working professional who is carrying more then 10 years of industry experience.
Decks & Updated Content
Access to updated presentation decks shared during live training sessions.
e-Book
E-book provided by TechPratham. All rights reserved.
Assignments & MCQs
Module-wise assignments and MCQs provided for practice.
Video Recording
Daily Session would be recorded and shared to the candidate.
Projects
Live projects will be provided for hands-on practice.
Resume Building
Expert-guided resume building with industry-focused content support.
Interview Preparation
Comprehensive interview preparation with real-time scenario practice.
Post-Silicon Validation Course Curriculum
Semiconductor & ASIC Fundamentals
Semiconductor & ASIC Fundamentals covers chip design basics, CMOS technology, digital logic, RTL design, fabrication flow, and verification concepts, building a strong foundation for VLSI and ASIC engineering careers.
Post-Silicon Validation Fundamentals
Post-Silicon Validation Fundamentals covers silicon bring-up, hardware debugging, lab tools, protocol testing, failure analysis, and performance validation, preparing engineers to test and debug real semiconductor chips after fabrication.
Lab Equipment & Hardware Debug
Lab Equipment & Hardware Debug covers oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, protocol analyzers, JTAG tools, signal probing, board bring-up, and systematic debugging techniques used to identify and resolve real silicon and hardware issues.
Embedded Software & Automation
Embedded Software & Automation covers firmware development, device drivers, scripting, test automation frameworks, hardware-software interaction, and debugging techniques used to validate and control embedded systems efficiently.
Validation Methodology & Test Planning
Validation Methodology & Test Planning covers structured validation strategies, test case design, coverage analysis, risk assessment, regression planning, and execution tracking to ensure reliable silicon performance and complete functional verification.
Silicon Debug & Root Cause Analysis
Silicon Debug & Root Cause Analysis covers post-silicon failure investigation, waveform analysis, log tracing, hardware-software correlation, and systematic debugging techniques to identify, isolate, and resolve complex chip-level issues efficiently.
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Who Should Take Post-Silicon Validation
IT Professionals
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Developers
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Job Roles For Post-Silicon Validation
Chip Bring-up Engineer
Performance Validation Engineer
Embedded Validation Engineer
Silicon Debug Engineer
Platform Validation Engineer
System Validation Engineer
SoC Validation Engineer
Hardware Validation Engineer
Silicon Validation Engineer
Post-Silicon Validation Engineer
Chip Bring-up Engineer
Performance Validation Engineer
Embedded Validation Engineer
Key Projects
Post-Silicon Validation
End-to-End SoC Post-Silicon Bring-Up & Debug Project
In this project, learners perform complete silicon bring-up for a System-on-Chip (SoC). You will validate power sequencing, clock configuration, reset logic, and peripheral initialization. Gain hands-on experience using lab tools, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers to identify and debug real hardware issues.
High-Speed Interface Validation & Protocol Compliance Project
This project focuses on validating high-speed interfaces such as PCIe, USB, DDR, and Ethernet on silicon. You will perform protocol testing, signal integrity checks, and compliance validation. Learn how engineers analyze waveform behavior, timing margins, and debug hardware-software interaction issues.
Silicon Debug, Automation & Failure Analysis Project
In this advanced project, learners will build automated validation test scripts and debug silicon failures. You will analyze crash logs, firmware interactions, and hardware test reports to identify root causes. Understand real industry workflows used by semiconductor companies for post-silicon validation.
Placement Process
Live Class with Industry Use Cases
- Interactive learning
- Real-world examples
- Expert guidance
- Doubt resolution
Daily Assignment & Weekly Assessments
- Hands-on practice
- Concept reinforcement
- Weekly evaluation
- Timely feedback
Project Testing & Deployment
- Project development
- Testing practice
- Deployment exposure
- Portfolio creation
Interview Preparation (Mock, PD, Alumni Session)
- Mock interviews
- Personal development
- Alumni guidance
- Confidence building
Resume Building
- Resume crafting
- Industry-focused format
- Skills highlighting
- Professional presentation
Placement
- Job assistance
- Interview support
- Career guidance
- Opportunity access
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