Frequently Asked Questions

What is TIIT?

TTM Institute of Information Technology (TIIT) is a Group Company of Infotech Enterprises Ltd. TIIT has trained more than 900 VLSI professionals. TIIT training is based on tool set from Cadence Design Systems (I) Pvt. Ltd.


Why should I consider joining TIIT?

You will be working on licensed version of Cadence tools RTL- GDS2 with faculty around 10+ years experience teaching the courses. The curriculum is designed by experienced working professionals, endorsed by Cadence Design Systems. The course material is constantly updated, with the latest tool versions.


What are the different certification programs you are offering?

1.) Logic Design (Front-end) and 2.) Layout design (Back-end).


Where are you located?

We are located in Hyderabad and Bangalore.


What are the minimum qualifications for the above certification programs?

Prerequisite: BE/BTech/ME/MTech/MSc with Electronics background with an aggregate of 75%.


What is the selection procedure?

Screening Test: You have to take screening test that comprises of basic digital electronics & Aptitude (multiple choice).


Can I pay the fee in equal installments?

You can pay the fee in 3 Installments. (40%,30%,30%)


What courses do you offer in front-end and back-end programs?

Front-end program includes courses like Logic-Synthesis, Static Timing Analysis, Digital Design using verilog, Advanced Synthesis Techniques, Design For Test (DFT), System Verilog, Introduction to Formal Verification, Introduction to Lowpower design.

Backend program include courses like Logic- Synthesis, Static Timing Analysis, Doing custom layouts using Virtuoso, Physical Verification using Assura, Encounter Floorplanning/Placement/Clock-Tree-Synthesis, Nanoroute Router, Celtic Cross Talk Analysis tool and VoltageStorm IR drop tool for SOC system Integrity and last but not the least Introduction to Lowpower layout techniques.

In addition to the above course, we have two core courses for both the programs,

1.) VLSI and ASIC design introduction 2.) VLSI engineering Fundamentals.


What is the history of placements so far?

Placement assistance is provided, which includes preparing for seminars, software engineering required for VLSI engineers, resume making, conducting mock interviews soon after finishing the project.

90% of the trainees got employment so far in the period of 6 –12 months from graduation, in companies like Intel, Tandra Semiconductors, Synopsis, Cadence Design Systems, Sasken Communications, PMC-Sierra, Wipro, HCL, Cypress Semiconductor, TTM Inc. TIIT etc...


Can working people do this course? How?

Yes, because the tool related classes being conducted during weekends there is ample opportunity for working people also to join this course. Labs are open for 12 hrs a day (8:00 AM to 8:00 PM). 85% of the course work will be hands on tools.


What is the Duration of the course?

20 weeks (Intensive).


Is the curriculum Industry-relevant?

Yes. We offer the Industry oriented, most advanced & researched VLSI Syllabus according to the need of IC design industry, that provides the students, opportunities to choose a career path to suit their core competence.


Is the Library well equipped and sufficient for all the students?

Yes, our library has a good collection of books related to VLSI design and concepts. The library is open from 8:00AM to 8:00PM. We continuously add the books and update the library