What This Document Is
This is a midterm examination for EE 105, Microelectronic Devices and Circuits, offered at the University of California, Berkeley. It assesses your understanding of fundamental concepts related to the behavior and analysis of MOS transistors and basic amplifier circuits. The exam is designed to evaluate your ability to apply theoretical knowledge to practical circuit problems. It’s a closed-book and closed-notes assessment, though some helpful formulas are provided within the document itself.
Why This Document Matters
This resource is invaluable for students currently enrolled in a similar microelectronics course, or those preparing for an exam covering MOS device physics and circuit analysis. It’s particularly useful for self-assessment – allowing you to gauge your preparedness and identify areas where further study is needed. Reviewing a past exam can help you become familiar with the typical question formats, the depth of knowledge expected, and the time constraints of the assessment. Accessing the full document will allow you to practice applying your knowledge under exam-like conditions.
Topics Covered
* MOS Current Sources: Analysis and design considerations.
* MOS Amplifiers: Biasing, small-signal analysis, and gain calculations.
* Frequency Response: Transfer functions, pole-zero analysis, and phase response.
* MOS Device Physics: Threshold voltage, current-voltage characteristics.
* Circuit Analysis Techniques: Application of fundamental circuit laws and principles.
What This Document Provides
* A complete, previously administered midterm exam.
* A range of problems designed to test both conceptual understanding and problem-solving skills.
* Key parameters and specifications for the transistors and circuits used in the problems.
* A set of formulas provided at the end of the exam for reference.
* A clear indication of the point value assigned to each problem, reflecting its relative importance.
