ChipXPRT
Academy
Shaping Tomorrow’s Workforce for
Chip Design
Our mission is to cultivate a new generation of skilled Integrated Circuits (IC) designers through comprehensive training and education. We are dedicated to providing high-quality, hands-on learning experiences that equip engineers with the knowledge and skills needed to design and develop their own integrated circuits. Our programs focus on delivering practical, industry-relevant education that aligns with current technological advancements and industry demands.
Mr. Rashid Iqbal
Meet The Founder & Head Instructor
Rashid Iqbal is the Founder and a Lead Trainer at ChipXPRT, with over 23 years of experience in Integrated Circuits (IC) design across Asia, Europe, and the USA. He holds a Master’s degree in System on Chip (SoC) and is a recognized expert in Digital IC Design, CMOS circuits, RTL Design, FPGA Design, and Automation, with a solid foundation in Analog CMOS Design. Currently based in Fort Collins, Colorado, USA, Rashid is passionate about teaching and coaching, particularly in the area of IC design.
During his 19 years at Intel, Rashid specialized in Physical Design— the Backend area of IC design—and played a key role in over 17 successful IC tape-outs. His expertise encompasses Static Timing Analysis, Floorplanning, Place and Route, Gate-Level Synthesis, and Clock Tree Synthesis. Rashid has led and managed physical design teams at Intel, excelling in timing closure for large, high-performance Intel SoC designs, ensuring that complex designs met stringent timing and design requirements.
Rashid’s broader experience also includes RTL Design and FPGA Design, where he has led the design flow from high-level RTL through synthesis to final layout. His proficiency in integrating automation within the design flow has enabled him to optimize processes and ensure efficient design execution.
Through ChipXPRT, Rashid provides hands-on, practical training to students and professionals alike, with a focus on Digital IC Design and Physical Design. His YouTube channel features a wealth of IC design tutorials, which he shares regularly on his LinkedIn page. These resources have been well-received within the IC design community, helping learners bridge the gap between theory and practical implementation.
For anyone seeking to enhance their knowledge in Digital IC Design, Physical Design, CMOS circuits, or FPGA Design, Rashid’s courses at ChipXPRT offer invaluable insights from an industry veteran. His combination of technical expertise and teaching passion makes him an ideal mentor for those looking to excel in the IC design field.
Meet The Senior Trainers
Dr. M. Imran
Assistant Professor
Deparment of Electrical Engineering
SEECS, NUST
Dr. Abid Rafique
Associate Professor
Deparment of Electrical Engineering
SEECS, NUST
Dr. Abid has 22+ years of experience in digital design with a focus on front-end design and design verification. He is an experienced trainer and has graduated multiple batches in the area of chip design. He is currently serving as Assistant Professor at School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at NUST, Director of Digital IC Design Lab, consultant at RapidSilicon, a Silicon Valley based semiconductor startup and Chief Operating Officer at ChipXPRT. He is also working with the Ministry of Information Technology and Telecom (MoITT) Pakistan on developing the Semiconductor Ecosystem in Pakistan.
Dr. Imran has 10+ years of experience of semiconductor chip design with focus on Computer Architecture and System on Chip (SoC) design. He has been involved in earliest initiatives of indigenous silicon-proven RISC-V processor design at NUST. He is Director of System on Chip (SoC) Lab at NUST School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (SEECS) where he is leading the work on RISC-V based Microprocessor IPs, AI Accelerators and In-Memory Computing. Dr. Imran has trained multiple batches of trainees on RISC-V design. He is VP Engineering at ChipXPRT.
MISSION
Our mission is to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and industry requirements, equipping the next generation of engineers with the skills and experience needed to excel in the rapidly evolving field of IC design.
VALUES
Student-Centric Approach
Our students are our top priority. We are dedicated to understanding their unique learning needs and delivering customized educational experiences that exceed their expectations, fostering long-term growth and success in the IC design industry.
Teach with Integrity
Integrity is at the core of our educational practices. We conduct our training with honesty, transparency, and accountability, ensuring that every lesson and project is delivered with the highest ethical standards.
Empower through Knowledge
We believe in the transformative power of knowledge and continuous learning. By fostering a culture of collaboration and education, we empower our students, team members, and the community to drive innovation and growth within the IC design industry.
Why IC Design Training
Integrated Circuit (IC) Design training is essential in today's technology-driven world. ICs, or chips, are the backbone of our modern lifestyle, powering everything from smartphones and computers to medical devices and automotive systems.
The remarkable advancements in human scientific and technological development can be attributed significantly to our ability to design and fabricate intelligent electronic devices. The computational power embedded in these chips has been a key enabler of breakthroughs in Artificial Intelligence, which is poised to revolutionize every aspect of our lives.
As investments in chip design surge, the demand for skilled and trained professionals in this field has never been higher. Unfortunately, traditional engineering education at universities often produces generalist graduates who lack the specialized skills required for IC design. Even Master's and Ph.D. graduates often require additional training in this niche area.
Furthermore, the inflow of new engineers from universities is slow, and fewer students are choosing IC design as a career after high school. To bridge this gap, the private sector and industry must take the initiative to train the next generation of IC designers. The formation of Colorado Chip Design (CCD) is a crucial step in this direction, aimed at addressing the shortage of skilled professionals and ensuring the continued innovation and advancement of intelligent electronic devices.
Our Objective and Unique Approach
At ChipXPRT Academy, our training programs are designed with a clear objective: to provide students with hands-on, comprehensive experience in designing a small System on Chip (SoC) for specific applications, targeting a particular technology node. Unlike traditional academic programs that often involve small-scale projects, our curriculum immerses students in the full IC design cycle, from initial concept to final fabrication and validation.
In our programs, students work collaboratively to design and verify a chip, which is then sent for fabrication. Once the fabricated chip returns from the foundry, students validate its functionality and get it running. This process gives them a tangible, demonstrable product and invaluable experience with an actual IC tape-out, offering a unique perspective on designing a substantial chip with thousands or millions of transistors.
We offer...
IC Design Career
Coaching & Mentorship
IC Design Skills
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