Microelectronic Circuits and Systems

About department

The Chair of Microelectronic Circuits and Systems was established in 2007 based on the collaboration agreement between RAU and Synopsys Armenia CJSCsigned on September 24, 2007.
Since 2007, for the students of the 3rd and 4th years of study, the department has periodically organized optional classes in the disciplines "Microcircuitry" and "Introduction to the automation of electronic design".
In 2012, the first batch of bachelor's degree students was admitted with the specialty 211000-"Design and technology of electronic means”.
In the course of training in this specialty, students specialize in the design and technology of electronic devices. In particular, according to the curriculum, special disciplines are delivered in the following areas:

  • Design of digital and analog electronic means
  • Logical design of electronic devices
  • Design and technology of integrated circuits
etc.
In 2016, the first batch of master’s degree students was admitted with the specialty 11.04.04 - "Electronics and nanoelectronics", with the main educational program: Microelectronic circuits and systems.
Practical and laboratory classes on special disciplines are conducted with the use of electronic design automation software and tools of Synopsis.
Along with state diplomas, graduates receive certificates of the Synopsis company.


Research Activity of the Chair
The main scientific directions of the department
  • Development of design tools for integrated circuits, taking into account the realities characteristic of deep submicron technologies
  • Development of design tools for integrated circuits with low power consumption
  • Development of tools for statistical time analysis of digital integrated circuits
  • Development of methods for parametric identification of models of integrated circuit elements

Resources for research activities
  • Software and tools for computer-aided design of integrated circuits by Synopsis
  • Computer-aided design tools of the educational department of Synopsis Armenia CJSCThe Chair of Microelectronic Circuits and Systems was established in 2007 based on the collaboration agreement between RAU and Synopsys Armenia CJSCsigned on September 24, 2007.
    Since 2007, for the students of the 3rd and 4th years of study, the department has periodically organized optional classes in the disciplines "Microcircuitry" and "Introduction to the automation of electronic design".
    In 2012, the first batch of bachelor's degree students was admitted with the specialty 211000-"Design and technology of electronic means”.
    In the course of training in this specialty, students specialize in the design and technology of electronic devices. In particular, according to the curriculum, special disciplines are delivered in the following areas:
  • Design of digital and analog electronic means
  • Logical design of electronic devices
  • Design and technology of integrated circuits
  • etc.
    In 2016, the first batch of master’s degree students was admitted with the specialty 11.04.04 - "Electronics and nanoelectronics", with the main educational program: Microelectronic circuits and systems.
    Practical and laboratory classes on special disciplines are conducted with the use of electronic design automation software and tools of Synopsis.
    Along with state diplomas, graduates receive certificates of the Synopsis company.
    The main specializations of bachelor’s and master’s programs are:
    11.03.03 "Design and technology of electronic means"
    11.04.04 "Electronics and nanoelectronics" - Basic educational program: Microelectronic circuits and systems

    Research Activity of the Chair
    The main scientific directions of the department
  • Development of design tools for integrated circuits, taking into account the realities characteristic of deep submicron technologies
  • Development of design tools for integrated circuits with low power consumption
  • Development of tools for statistical time analysis of digital integrated circuits
  • Development of methods for parametric identification of models of integrated circuit elements

  • Resources for research activities
  • Software and tools for computer-aided design of integrated circuits by Synopsis
  • Computer-aided design tools of the educational department of Synopsis Armenia CJSC

Programs

The main specializations of bachelor’s and master’s programs are:

11.03.03 "Design and technology of electronic means"
11.04.04 "Electronics and nanoelectronics" - Basic educational program: Microelectronic circuits and systems

team

VAZGEN SHAVARSH MELIKYAN

Doctor of Technical Sciences, Professor

Information

Education
Corresponding Member of National Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Armenia, Yerevan, RA, 2014
Academician of Academy of Sciences of Applied Radio Electronics of Russia, Ukraine and Belarus, Ukraine, 2012
Academician of Engineering Academy of Armenia, Yerevan, RA, 2016
Full Professor in Automated Systems, SEUA, Yerevan, 2006
Doctor of Technical Sciences, SEUA, Yerevan, 2006
Associate Professor in Computer Science Supreme Certification Board, Moscow, 1985
PhD, Moscow Engineering-Physics Institute (MIFI), Moscow, 1984
Diploma of Excellence in Computer Science, Polytechnic Institute, Yerevan, 1978
Attestat in No 3 Secondary School, Yerevan, 1973

Awards

  • Honorary Professor of Xidian University, China, 2020
  • Certificate of Appreciation for the Involvement in the Establishment and Development of the University from European University, Yerevan, Armenia, 2019
  • Certificate of Merit from National Polytechnic University of Armenia, Yerevan, Armenia, 2018
  • Gold medal of the Ministry of Education and Science of Armenia for "the greatest contribution to the field of education and science", Yerevan, Armenia, 2016
  • Gold Medal of Yerevan State University for significant contribution in the field of University Education and Science and the long-term fruitful cooperation with Yerevan State University, Yerevan, Armenia, 2016
  • Gold Medal of the Russian-Armenian (Slavonic) University for many years of close cooperation, training highly qualified specialists in "Design and Technology of Electronic Means" specialization, Yerevan, Armenia, 2016
  • Medal of European University, Yerevan, Armenia, 2016
  • Gold Medal of VivaCell-MTS for significant contribution in the field of Education and Science, Yerevan, Armenia, 2016
  • Acknowledgement of Gratitude for “Efficient Activities and Participation of Works of Public Council by the Ministry of Defense of RA, Yerevan, RA, 2015
  • Honorary Professor of Artsakh State University for significant contribution in the field of Science and Education, productive activities and scientific connections with the Artsakh State University, 2015
  • “Vazgen Sargsyan” Medal of the Ministry of Defense of RA, order of the Minister of Defense of RA No 93  01.02.2013, Yerevan, RA, 2013
  • “Garegin Nzhdeh” Medal of the Ministry of Defense of RA, order of the Minister of Defense of RA No 966  14.09.2012, Yerevan, RA, 2012
  • Honorary Professor of National Research University MIET, decision of Scientific Board of MIET of April 16, 2012, Moscow, Russia, 2012
  • Jubilee medal “Military Forces of RA 20 Years” of the Ministry of Defense of RA, order of the Minister of Defense of RA No 1537  24.12.2011, Yerevan, RA, 2011
  • Gold medal of State Engineering University of Armenia, university administration decision No 01/03-1  06.10.2011, order No 01-03/456  10.10.2011, certificate 0210, Yerevan, RA, 2011
  • Diploma of Yerevan State University “For Achievements in Science and Significant Contribution in University Education Development”, Yerevan, RA, 2011
  • Honorable Medal of European Regional Educational Academy 10-year Anniversary, order No 8, Yerevan, RA, 2011
  • “President of the Republic Prize” in “Technical Sciences and Information Technologies” area, Yerevan, RA, 2010
  • Best Paper Award in the 8th IEEE East-West Design & Test International Symposium, St. Petersburg, Russia, 2010
  • Diploma for Outstanding Training of Excellent student-Experts in Design and Test of Computer Systems”, Open International Student Olympiad “Technical Diagnosis of Computer Systems and Networks”, Kharkov, Ukraine, 2010
  • Honorable Professor of European Regional Academy of Armenia, 2009
  • Best Paper Award in the 7th IEEE East-West Design & Test International Symposium, Moscow, Russia, 2009
  • Honorary Medal of Engineering Academy of Armenia, Diploma CM 020, Protocol 1  12.15.2008, Yerevan, RA, 2008
  • Best Paper Award in the 6th IEEE East-West Design & Test International Symposium, Lvov, Ukraine, 2008
  • Title of Honorable Scientist of the Republic of Armenia, Yerevan, RA, 2007
  • 1st prize in SEUA Scientific Contest in the nomination of the Best Scientific Publication (research work), 2006-2007, Yerevan, RA, 2007
  • Best Paper Award in the 5th IEEE East-West Design & Test International Symposium, Yerevan, RA, 2007
  • Best Paper Award in Problems of Developing Advanced Microelectronic Systems Conference, Moscow, RF, 2006
  • 1st prize in SEUA Scientific Contest in the nomination of the Best Scientific Publication (research work), 1998-1999, Yerevan, RA, 1999
  • 1st prize in SEUA Scientific Contest in the nomination of the Best Master Theses Supervisor, Yerevan, RA, 1997
  • Praise of SEUA Board of Trustees and Management, Yerevan, 1996
  • Medal for the Best Diploma Work of Armenia, Yerevan, RA, 1978
  • Lenin Scholarship awarded for academic excellence, Yerevan, RA, 1975-1978
  • 2nd prize in all-union Mathematics Olympiad of USSR pupils, Kishinev, Moldova, 1973
Professional experience
2011- present | Head of Microelectronic Circuits and Systems Chair of European University, Yerevan, RA
2004-present | Director of Educational Department, Synopsys Armenia CJSC, Yerevan, RA
2001- present | Head of Microelectronic Circuits and Systems Chair of National Polytechnic University of Armenia (NPUA), Yerevan, RA
2001–2004 | VP of University and R&D Program, Director of Educational Department LEDA Design Inc, Yerevan, RA
2002–2004 | Director of Digital and I/O Design Department, LEDA Design Inc. , Yerevan, RA
1994-2001 | Vice Director of Graduate School, SEUA, Yerevan, RA
1989-1991 | Scientific-research worker, Technical University of Vienna, Austria
1985-2001 | Associate Professor, Department of Computer Systems & Informatics, SEUA, Yerevan, RA
1984-1985 | Associate Professor, Department of Computer Systems &Informatics, SEUA, Yerevan, RA
1981-1984 | PhD student, Chair of Electronics of MIFI, Moscow, RF 
1978-1981 | Assistant to Professor, Department of Computer Systems & Informatics, SEUA, Yerevan, RA

Grants
  • Winner in the contest of State Committee of Science of the Republic of Armenia for High Efficiency Scientific Worker, 2018
  • Winner in the contest of State Committee of Science of the Republic of Armenia for High Efficiency Scientific Worker, 2015
  • Winner in the contest of State Committee of Science of the Republic of Armenia for High Efficiency Scientific Worker, 2013
  • Black Sea Economic Cooperation (BSEC), 2007-2008
  • European Interuniversity Microelectronics Center (IMEC, Belgium), 2006-2008
  • Osterreichishe Austaushe Dienst fellowship (by Staff Scientific Exchange Service of Austria), 1991-2001

Scientific interests

  • System level design and codesign
  • IP and platform based design
  • Networks-on-Chip design methodologies
  • Functional, transaction level, Register Transfer Level and Gate Level modeling and verification
  • Electrical, logical and mixed-mode simulation and timing analysis
  • Testing, fault modeling and simulation

List of publications

  • Melikyan V.Sh., Hayrapetyan A.K., Kostanyan H.T., Margaryan H.V., Grigoryan H.T., Martirosyan A.A. Power Supply Ratio Improvement Using Self-Calibration in Voltage Regulators // Известия вузов. ЭЛЕКТРОНИКА, Том.24, N. 3, ISSN 1561-5405, 2019.-стр.248-257
  • Melikyan V.Sh., Harutyunyan S.A.,Safaryan K.H., Bazikyan M.V. Implementation of D Flip-Flop for Ultra-low Power Systems // ՀՀ ԳԱԱ և ՀԱՊՀ տեղեկագիր, ՏԳ հոդվածաշար. Հ 72, N 2, Երևան, 2019.-էջ 210- 217
  • Melikyan V., Cheremisinov D., Cheremisinova L., Sahakyan A. Reachability Graph Reduction for Model Based Testing of Concurrent Systems // Proceedings of the 14th International Conference Pattern Recognition and Information Processing (PRIP’2019), Minsk, Belarus, 21–23 May, 2019. - P.74–79
  • Melikyan V., Petrosyan O., Avetisyan Z., Ghukasyan S., Vardanyan H., Musayelyan R., Hakobyan K. Accuracy increasing approach in aging-aware standard cell libraries // Proceedings of the 2019 IEEE 39 th International Conference on Electronics and Nanotechnology (ELNANO), Kiev, Ukraine, April 15- 18, 2019.-P.292-296
  • Melikyan V., Khachatryan A., Harutyunyan H. A Novel Voltage Mode High Speed Sense Amplifier // Proceedings of the 2019 IEEE 39 th International Conference on Electronics and Nanotechnology (ELNANO), Kiev, Ukraine, April 15-18, 2019.-P.120-124
  • Melikyan V., Mkhitaryan A., Petrosyan G., Ghazaryan L., Petrosyan A., Musayelyan R., Aghababyan V. The Overshoot Reducing Method In Voltage Regulators In SAED 14nm FinFet Technology // Proceedings of the 2019 IEEE 39 th International Conference on Electronics and Nanotechnology (ELNANO), Kiev, Ukraine, April 15-18, 2019.-P.106-110
  • Melikyan V., Gevorgyan V. Low-Jitter Phase-Locked Loop With Ring Voltage Controlled Oscillator Using a Prompt Phase-Error Compensation Technique // Proceedings of the 2019 IEEE 39 th International Conference on Electronics and Nanotechnology (ELNANO), Kiev, Ukraine, April 15-18, 2019.-P.102-106
  • Melikyan V.Sh., Atanesyan A.A.., Grigoryan M.T., Kostanyan H.T., Safaryan K.H., Musayelyan R.H. Duty-Cycle Correction Circuit For High Speed Interfaces // Proceedings of the 2019 IEEE 39 th International Conference on Electronics and Nanotechnology (ELNANO), Kiev, Ukraine, April 15-18, 2019.-P.42-46
  • Melikyan V.Sh., Petrosyan A.A., Mkhitaryan A.Kh., Hayrapetyan A.K., Avetisyan Z.M., Mkrtchyan A.E. The Single Event Upset Forecasting in Digital and Analog Integrated Circuits in SAED 14nm FinFET Technology // Труды 8-ой Всероссийской научно-технической конференции “Проблемы разработки перспективных микро- и наноэлектронных систем – 2018” (МЭС-2018), Зеленоград, 2018.-Выпуск 4.-ст.76-81

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