What This Document Is
This is a problem set for EE 140, Analog Integrated Circuits, offered at the University of California, Berkeley. It’s designed to reinforce your understanding of core concepts through practical application and analysis. This particular set focuses on building analytical skills related to fundamental amplifier circuits and their characteristics. It requires students to apply theoretical knowledge to solve quantitative and qualitative problems.
Why This Document Matters
This problem set is crucial for students currently enrolled in an introductory analog integrated circuits course. Successfully completing these problems will solidify your grasp of key principles and prepare you for more advanced topics. It’s best utilized *after* attending lectures and reviewing relevant textbook material, serving as a practical test of your comprehension. Working through these problems will significantly improve your ability to design and analyze analog circuits.
Topics Covered
* Small-Signal Analysis of Bipolar Junction Transistor (BJT) Amplifiers
* Input and Output Resistance Calculations
* Amplifier Gain Determination
* DC Bias Point Analysis and its impact on small-signal parameters
* Frequency Response of Amplifiers (specifically, corner frequency calculations)
* Darlington Pair Configurations
* Application of the Hybrid-pi Model (though not exclusively required)
* Linear Operation Limits of Amplifiers
What This Document Provides
* A series of circuit diagrams for analysis.
* Specific component values and transistor parameters for numerical calculations.
* Problems referencing figures from the Razavi textbook (a common resource in this course).
* Opportunities to practice inspection analysis techniques.
* Exercises requiring the determination of key amplifier characteristics without detailed step-by-step solutions.
* A focus on applying fundamental circuit analysis principles to real-world amplifier designs.
