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Design for Test
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Industry-Oriented VLSI Program
Design For Testability (DFT) Certification Course
Learn the Design For Test, the in-demand skill and highly paid job in Semiconductor Industry. Learn from ChipEdge, which has the proven track record for last 13+ years
Course Overview
Your Gateway to a VLSI Career
VLSI professionals can build a rewarding and challenging career with DFT Online Courseand DFT Training. Design For Testability, commonly called as DFT is a specialization in the SOC design cycle, which facilitates design for detecting manufacturing defects.
Unlike functional verification, which ensures that the design works as intended, the DFT course deals with verifying the test structures added to make the design testable after fabrication.
What You Get
Course Highlights
Everything you need to go from learner to professional in one powerful program.
Expert-Led Training
Learn from experts in Design For Testing
Cloud Lab Access
Practice on industry-grade EDA Tools
Rich Study Materials
Access curated reading material, PDF, notes through our LMS
Earn a Certificate
Earn ChipEdge Certification recognized by industry
Career Mentorship
Group sessions with mock interviews and soft skills session for resume building and job hunting.
Industry Related Projects
Get exposure on industry grade projects, by solving complex problems.
Flexible Schedule
Choose from weekend, weekday, or self-paced tracks that fit your schedule.
Placement Support
Dedicated placement cell with mock interviews, job referrals, and 200+ hiring companies.
About the Domain
What is Design for Test?
Design For Test (DFT) is a specialized domain in VLSI that incorporates testability features into an integrated circuit during the design phase. It ensures that manufactured chips can be efficiently tested for defects, improving product quality, reliability, and yield.
DFT engineers work with scan insertion, ATPG, boundary scan, memory BIST, compression techniques, and fault analysis to enable effective post-manufacturing testing. As chip complexity continues to increase, DFT has become an essential function across semiconductor companies developing processors, automotive electronics, networking devices, and advanced SoCs.
#1
Essential Test Engineering Domain in Modern VLSI
No Prior DFT Knowledge Required
Master Scan, ATPG, MBIST & Industry Test Flows with our Industry-Aligned curriculum
4-20 LPA
Average Salary Range for Entry-Level DFT Engineers in India
200+
Leading Semiconductor Companies Recruiting DFT Engineers
Your Advantage
Why Join VLSI Design For Test Course?
Six compelling reasons why this is the best investment you'll make in your career.
Learn from Leader
Build YourVLSI Career with confidence, learn from ChipEdge, a leader with proven track record of 13+ years of expertise.
High Demand VLSI Skill
Explore a career path for global career opportunities. Design For Test professionals are in-demand across leading semiconductor companies.
Work on Industry Grade EDA Tools
Gain hands-onexperience with industry standard Synopsys tools like BSD Compiler, SD Compiler, TetraMax, VCS widely used in top semiconductor companies.
Industry Grade Project Implementation
Work on practical industry-style projects where you perform scan insertion, ATPG generation, fault coverage analysis, scan compression implementation, and DFT validation on complex digital designs following semiconductor industry workflows.
Placement & Career Support
Get resume-building assistance, mock interview preparation, aptitude guidance, and placement support through hiring partnerships and industry connections.
Future-Ready Career Growth
Build expertise that opens opportunities in advanced domains such as Scan Architecture, ATPG and Fault Diagnosis, Memory BIST (MBIST), Logic BIST (LBIST), Test Compression Techniques, Automotive Functional Safety Testing, and Advanced SoC Test Solutions.
Our Delivery Models
Learning Modes
Choose the format that fits your schedule and learning style.
Offline Courses
Best for freshers & students who prefer classroom-based training with direct trainer interaction.
Includes:
- 6 months training
- Theory and lab sessions
- Hands-on projects
- Mock interviews & Placement assistance
- Synopsys tool access
Live Online Courses
Best for working professionals and learners (freshers, students) who prefer online learning without relocating.
Includes:
- 6 months training
- Weekend live classes
- Training by industry experts
- Industry relevant projects
- Placement assistance
Self-Paced Courses
Best for learners who want flexibility and structured content for their learning at their own pace.
Includes:
- Recorded modules
- Cloud-based lab access
- Practice assignments
- Project-based learning
- Mentor support
Upcoming Batches
Choose the batch that works best for your schedule. Limited seats available.
Tech Stack
Tools & Labs
Industry Standard Synopsys tools you'll master and add to your professional portfolio.
BSD Complier
SD Compiler
TetraMax
VCS
Eligibility
Who Can Join?
This course is designed for anyone ready to break into tech or level up their career.
Students
B.Tech / M.tech Students who is pursuing pre-final/final year and want to pursue a VLSI Career in Design For Test
Freshers
B.E / B.Tech / M.E / M.Tech graduates from ECE,EEE, Telecom, CSE, and related branches looking to start a career in VLSI.
Working Professionals
Professionals aiming to transition into VLSI Design For Test or upgrade their skills with hands-on industry-oriented training.
Modules
Course Curriculum
6 months
14 Modules
600+ Hours
80+ Topics
- Introduction to Linux
- Command Line Operators
- File Operations, Processes
- Text Editors
- Text Manipulating
- Network Operations
- Special Keystrokes
- GVIM
- Number System, Boolean Algebra
- SOP and POS, K-Map
- Combinational circuits, Sequential circuits
- Finite State machines
- Frequency Division
- Setup and Hold time checks
- Advance Design Issues: Metastability, Noise Margins Power,
- Fanout, Timing Considerations, FIFO Depth Calculation
- Electronic Devices, Power Sources, Thevenin and Norton Theorem
- Semiconductors Device Physics : Atomic Structure, Electronic Configuration, Doping, Diode - Biasing and VI Characteristics
- MOSFET : Regions of operation, VI Characteristics
- Function implementation using CMOS
- Stick Diagram and Layout
- Second order effects : Body Effect, Channel length modulation, Punch through, subthreshold conduction, DIBL
- Process Technology : Clean Room, Wafer manufacturing, Oxidation, Diffusion, Ion Implementation, Lithography
- Introduction to Verilog
- Overview of Digital design with Verilog HDL
- Hierarchical Modeling Concepts: Top-down, bottom-up Design Methodology, modules, components of simulation, stimulus block
- Modeling Styles in Verilog: Behavioral or algorithmic level, data flow level, gate level, switch level
- Basic concepts: Lexical conventions, Operators, data types, System tasks, directives, File Input and output
- Modules and Ports: Module definition, port declaration, connecting ports, hierarchical referencing
- Behavioral Modeling: Initial and always, blocking and non blocking statements, delay control, event control,conditional statements, loops, sequential and parallel blocks
- ASIC Flow
- DFT Basics
- Chip Fabrication Process
- ATE Basics
- Scan architecture overview
- Scan Design Basics
- Scan Golden Rules
- Scan DRC Checks
- Scan Insertion
- Generate test protocol
- Basics/Need for Compression
- Compression Techniques
- On-Chip-Clocking
- At-Speed Testing
- Hierarchical Scan
- Bscan (Boundary Scan)
- JTAG
- ATPG Basics
- Faults Collapsing
- ATPG Algorithms
- Fault Models
- ATPG DRC
- Fault Classes
- ATPG Modes
- Simulation Basics
- ATPG Simulations
- Coverage Improvement
- At-Speed ATPG
- LOC and LOS
- At-Speed Simulations
- Sequencer
- Scan Simulations Debug
- Diagnosis Flow
- Fault Simulation
- BIST Architecture
- Memory BIST
- Logic BIST
- A block-level design will be given as project, in which you need to analyze & fix various DRC violations and stitch the scan chain. Scan insertion needs to be performed with and without scan compression. In the next step ATPG patterns are generated for various fault models, and then simulate the patterns. Obtained test coverage needs to be improved further by using different test coverage improvement techniques
Simple Process
Admission Process
Get enrolled in 4 easy steps — the whole process takes less than 30 minutes.
Fill Application
Complete our quick online form with your basic details and preferred learning mode.
Counselling Call
Our Learning Advisor will call within 30 minutes to discuss your goals and recommend the best batch.
Secure Your Seat
Pay the registration fee online. Choose from full payment, installments, or education loan options.
Start Learning
Get access to LMS, join your batch's community, and begin your journey on day one!
Our Edge
Why Choose ChipEdge?
Industry focused VLSI Training Programs designed to transform fresh graduates into semiconductor professionals.
Industry Experts
Courses designed by industry experts with 25+ yrs of industry experience.
Placement Assistance
Dedicated placement support by arranging interview opportunities with leading VLSI Companies
Online VLSI Lab
Access cloud-based VLSI lab infrastructure and practice Design For Test anytime from anywhere.
Synopsys Tools
Gain hands-on experience with industry-standard Synopsys EDA tools including BSD Compiler, SD Compiler, TetraMax, VCS.
Mock Interviews
Prepare for real VLSI interviews with technical mock sessions, HR rounds, and resume-building guidance.
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Career Support
Placement Assistance
Our Placement Desk works closely with leading VLSI companies to support their hiring needs for entry-level skilled engineers. We arrange interview opportunities with both multinational semiconductor companies and service-based organizations.
Placement support is provided as a complimentary service until the candidate secures a job opportunity. Registered candidates receive dedicated guidance including resume Preparation, interview scheduling, mock interviews, and career mentoring.
200+
Hiring Companies
5000+
Learners Trained Across VLSI Domains
Mock Interviews
Group Mock Interviews, Resume Building & Interview Preparation
Placement Assistance
Placement Support Until You Get Placed
Our Hiring Companies
Career Opportunities
Job Roles After This Course
The VLSI Design For Test (DFT) Course is designed to prepare aspiring engineers for specialized careers in semiconductor testing and VLSI design. The curriculum aligns with current industry practices and test methodologies used by top semiconductor companies.
With practical exposure to industry-leading tools including BSD Compiler, SD Compiler, TetraMAX, and VCS, learners develop hands-on skills in scan architecture, automatic test pattern generation (ATPG), fault diagnosis, test compression, and DFT validation. This comprehensive training enables learners to work confidently on complex ASIC and SoC designs across modern semiconductor applications.
- DFT Engineer
- DFT Verification Engineer
- ATPG Engineer
- Scan Design Engineer
- MBIST Engineer
- Silicon Test Engineer
- DFT Engineer
- DFT Verification Engineer
- ATPG Engineer
- Scan Design Engineer
- MBIST Engineer
- Silicon Test Engineer
- DFT Engineer
- DFT Verification Engineer
- ATPG Engineer
- Scan Design Engineer
- MBIST Engineer
- Silicon Test Engineer
Learner Stories
Our Learner Testimonials
Real stories from real people who transformed their careers with ChipEdge.
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I have completed my DFT course from ChipEdge. Trainers are very good and informative. Materials and recorded sessions can be accessed in LMS portal which is very helpful. The lab access through VPN has helped me to have good hands on training. The topics explained by the instructor is very clear, where sir had good patience level to explain the topics. Trainers address the problems individually. Training was helpful for placements. Thank you ChipEdge.
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I pursued DFT course from ChipEdge, the instructor was excellent, the best I've experienced, and I couldn't imagine him doing a better job of seamlessly walking students through a breadth of information. He did a fabulous job pacing everything and addressing student questions. There were no problems with connectivity. Just wanted to let you know that the service provided, from registration to training was a very positive experience for me. I intend on taking more courses in the future and referring friends/family members to take courses at ChipEdge. Thank you ChipEdge.
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I have completed my DFT course from ChipEdge. Trainers are very good and supportive, he has very good patience. The topics explained by the instructor is very informative and useful. The Training was helpful for placements. Lab and LMS access are very good. Recently I got selected in Tesolve through chipEdge. The process in ChipEdge is easy going in every step. They always coordinate with us. I would like to thank each and every one in ChipEdge who helped me from initial admission till placement. Thank you ChipEdge.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before enrolling.
Design for Testability (DFT) is a methodology used to make integrated circuits easier to test for manufacturing defects after fabrication. Techniques such as scan insertion and BIST help improve fault detection and chip quality. A VLSI Design for Testability (DFT) Course helps engineers understand these concepts and learn DFT from Scratch with practical industry applications.
DFT enables efficient testing of manufactured chips, helping identify defects before products reach the market. It improves fault coverage, product reliability, and manufacturing yield. A VLSI DFT Course teaches how DFT contributes to the successful development of ASICs and SoCs.
ATPG (Automatic Test Pattern Generation) creates test vectors that detect faults such as stuck-at and transition faults in a circuit. It plays a key role in improving fault coverage and test quality. These concepts are covered in an ASIC DFT Course through practical testing workflows.
A scan chain connects flip-flops into a shift-register structure, allowing engineers to control and observe internal circuit states during testing. Scan chains are essential for detecting manufacturing defects and are a core topic in DFT Engineer Training.
Popular DFT tools include Synopsys DFT Compiler, Tetramax, Siemens Tessent, and Cadence Modus. These tools are used for scan insertion, ATPG, and fault analysis. Hands-on exposure to these tools is commonly included in a VLSI Design for Test Course.
Built-In Self-Test (BIST) allows a chip to test itself using embedded test logic. Common types include Logic BIST (LBIST) and Memory BIST (MBIST). These techniques are important topics in Chip Testing Courses and in modern semiconductor testing flows.
Yes, DFT is a highly specialised and in-demand field within the semiconductor industry. Engineers with DFT skills are sought after by ASIC design companies and semiconductor manufacturers. Completing a VLSI DFT Course with Placement from a reputed Design for Test Institute can improve career opportunities.
Freshers with relevant DFT skills typically earn between ₹4–16 LPA, while experienced engineers can earn more based on their experience. A structured online DFT training program or an online DFT Course for Freshers can help build the skills required for these roles.
Functional testing verifies whether a chip performs its intended operation, while scan testing focuses on detecting manufacturing defects through scan chains. Both approaches are important in semiconductor development and are covered in a VLSI Testing Course and a VLSI Backend Testing Course.
