Digital System Design Contents

 1. Boolean Algebra

Introduction to Boolean Algebra

Basic Logic Operations: AND, OR, NOT

Boolean Expressions and Truth Tables

Logic Simplification using Boolean Laws

De Morgan's Theorem

2. Combinational Logic

Overview of Combinational Logic

Logic Gates and their Applications

Combinational Circuit Design Process

Multiplexers and Demultiplexers

Encoders and Decoders

Adders and Subtractors

3. Sequential Logic: Flip-flops, Clocking

Introduction to Sequential Logic

Latches vs. Flip-Flops

SR, D, JK, and T Flip-Flops

Timing and Clock Signals

Synchronous vs. Asynchronous Sequential Circuits

4. Programmable Logic

Introduction to Programmable Logic Devices (PLDs)

Complex Programmable Logic Devices (CPLDs)

Field-Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs)

Advantages and Applications of PLDs

HDLs for Programmable Logic Design (VHDL/Verilog)

5. Finite State Machines: Implementation & Optimization

Understanding Finite State Machines (FSMs)

Mealy vs. Moore FSMs

State Diagrams and State Tables

FSM Design Process

Optimization Techniques for FSMs

6. Memory Organization

Overview of Memory Units

Random Access Memory (RAM) Types

Read-Only Memory (ROM) Types

Cache Memory and Its Importance

Memory Interfacing Techniques

7. Computer Arithmetic

Number Systems (Binary, Decimal, Hexadecimal)

Binary Addition and Subtraction

Binary Multiplication and Division

Two's Complement Representation

Arithmetic Logic Unit (ALU)

8. Microprocessor-based System Design

Introduction to Microprocessors

Microprocessor Architecture and Components

Instruction Set and Assembly Language

Memory and I/O Interfacing with Microprocessors

Overview of Embedded Systems