On February 17–18, two lectures focused on semiconductor industry expectations and advanced analog integrated circuit (IC) design will take place at the Electronics Faculty of VILNIUS TECH (Plytinės g. 25, Vilnius).
The lectures will be delivered by faculty alumnus and Apple Analog Design Engineer Eduardas Jodka.
Students, researchers, and the entire academic community are warmly invited to attend.
February 17, 14:30 | P2 153
“What Electronics Specialists Does the Industry Need Today? A Journey from VILNIUS TECH Student to Apple Engineer”
This lecture will explore the competencies currently expected by the global technology and semiconductor industry, the skills required to design advanced chips, and how to strategically plan a career in the international engineering market.
Participants will gain first-hand insights into:
- What it takes to move from university studies to high-level chip development
- How academic decisions influence long-term professional growth
- Technical responsibilities and ownership of an analog IC designer
- Re-use in IC design: its importance, common practices, and typical pitfalls
- Design for testability (DFT): motivation, real-world considerations, and case studies
- The role of AI tools in modern IC design environments
The session will provide a realistic perspective on how engineering careers evolve — from foundational studies to contributing to cutting-edge semiconductor products.
February 18, 14:00 | P1 416
“Selected Topics in Analog IC Design Flow”
This scientific seminar will focus on advanced aspects of analog IC design, emphasizing both methodology and practical engineering challenges encountered in high-level chip development.
Topics will include:
- IC development cycle case studies — the entire chain from concept to silicon, including stages, timelines, and cross-functional collaboration
- Advanced analog IC design methodologies and practical design flow challenges
- Efficient DC/DC converter development flow, highlighting the importance of accurate modeling and key IP focus areas
- Digital DC/DC converters (IVRs) and vertical power delivery concepts
- Gate driver design challenges in modern power systems
- TIA (Transimpedance Amplifier) design trade-offs
- Design for testability considerations in complex analog systems
The seminar will offer a comprehensive view of how theoretical knowledge translates into robust, production-ready integrated circuits.
These events are particularly relevant for students, researchers, and faculty members interested in electronics, microelectronics, semiconductor technologies, and integrated circuit design.
We look forward to welcoming everyone interested in the future of electronics and semiconductor innovation.
