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Essential DSP implementation techniques for AMD FPGAs

2 days · 14 hours Advanced Language: French Release date: 2024-11-15
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General training objective

Understand and effectively use the resources of AMD FPGAs for implementing digital signal processing algorithms.

Target audience

Technicians and Engineers in Digital Electronics

Prerequisites

Fundamental understanding of digital signal processing theory and an appreciation of the principles of the following :
  • Sample rates
  • FIR (Finite Impulse Response) and IIR (Infinite Impulse Response) filters
  • Oscillators and Mixers
  • FFT (Fast Fourier Transform) algorithm

Learning objectives and target skills

1 - Describe the advantages of using FPGAs over traditional processors for DSP designs, utilize fixed point binary arithmetic and identify how to use this knowledge to create efficient designs in FPGAs
2 - Recognize how both the CLB slices in FPGAs and the more advanced DSP48s are used to implement DSP algorithms
3 - Explain the dataflow through the device and how to use distributed memory, block RAM, registers, and SRLs to properly implement these designs
4 - Construct different FIR filter and FFT implementations and how to optimize these implementations in the FPGA

Course content

Day 1
  • Objective 1
    • Back to basics {Lecture}
  • Objective 2
    • Architecture of FPGAs {Lecture}
    • Mathematics of FPGAs {Lecture, Lab}
  • Objective 3
    • Shift registers, memory and application {Lecture, Lab}
  • Objective 4
    • The FIR filter {Lecture, Lab}
Day 2
  • Objective 4
    • Advanced filtering techniques {Lecture, Lab}
    • The Fast Fourier Transform {Lecture, Lab}

Registration arrangements and access lead times

  • Registration requests can be made online, by email or by phone.
  • The prerequisites and the suitability of the training for the participant’s needs are verified by the trainer, by email or during a telephone interview.
  • Registration is confirmed after the prerequisites have been checked and subject to availability.
  • For inter-company sessions, registration is possible until 7 calendar days before the start of the course. Requests received after this deadline may be considered on a case-by-case basis, depending on organisational possibilities.
  • For in-company sessions, the average lead time for implementation is approximately 2 months from the date of the request, depending on the availability of the client, the trainer and any adaptations required.
  • A registration confirmation and the information necessary to attend the course are sent before the session begins.

Teaching staff

The training course is delivered by William Duluc, AMD Authorized Trainer since 2017, an electronics and telecommunications engineer, an expert in AMD technologies since 2009. His experience combines digital system design, FPGA and embedded software development, technical project management, and professional training on Xilinx and subsequently AMD technologies.
His main areas of expertise include:
  • AMD FPGAs: VHDL and Verilog languages, RTL design, integration and validation of digital systems;
  • AMD SoCs and MPSoCs: C/C++ development, hardware and software architectures, design and integration of embedded systems;
  • AMD DSP and RFSoC: high-level synthesis (HLS), MATLAB/Simulink, digital signal processing and radio-frequency architectures;
  • AMD Versal: AI Engines, adaptive architectures and heterogeneous system design.

Accessibility

People with disabilities are invited to contact MVD Training before registering so that possible training adjustments can be considered. Educational, technical, or organisational adaptations are reviewed on a case-by-case basis, taking into account the participant's needs, the technical requirements, and the training objectives. Where relevant, this review may be carried out with support from AGEFIPH.

Teaching resources

Inter-company online training:
  • Live virtual classroom delivered via Cisco Webex;
  • Training materials provided in PDF format;
  • Technical demonstrations conducted by the trainer;
  • Individual practical exercises carried out on a training workstation accessed remotely via RealVNC;
  • Guidance and technical support provided by the trainer during the exercises.
Intra-company on-site training at the client’s premises: Equipment and logistical arrangements must be agreed with the client before the training course.
  • Resources to be provided by the client:
    • Suitable training room;
    • Projector or presentation screen;
    • Whiteboard;
    • One computer per participant, equipped with the required AMD tools.
  • Resources provided by MVD Training:
    • Training materials in PDF format;
    • Presentations, technical demonstrations and practical exercises;
    • Files, examples and resources required for the practical exercises;
    • Loan of computer equipment available upon request and subject to availability.

Technical resources and equipment

Inter-company online training:
  • Computer running a 64-bit operating system;
  • High-speed and stable internet connection;
  • Webcam and headset with microphone;
  • Cisco Webex application Webex de Cisco
AMD tools access arrangements:
The practical exercises are carried out using one of the following two options, as agreed with the trainer:
  • Option 1 – Remote access: REALVNC
    Use of the RealVNC Viewer application to access the practical training workstation made available remotely by MVD Training.
  • Option 2 – Local use: Vitis
    Installation of the AMD software tools required for the training course on the participant’s computer. The version to be used must be specified and approved with the trainer before the start of the session.
Intra-company on-site training at the client’s premises:
  • Computer running a 64-bit operating system;
  • Installation of the AMD software tools required for the training course. The version to be used must be specified and approved with the trainer before the start of the session.

Teaching methods, assessment and recognition

  • Teaching methods:
    • A combination of theoretical instruction, technical questionnaires and practical exercises completed individually on a computer.
  • Training monitoring:
    • Attendance sheet signed by both the participant and the trainer.
  • Assessment of learning outcomes and progress:
    • Continuous assessment of learning outcomes and learner progress through technical quizzes, hands-on laboratory exercises, and trainer observation against the targeted competencies.
  • Satisfaction assessment:
    • At the end of the training course: satisfaction questionnaire completed by the participant.
  • Three-month follow-up evaluation:
    • Three months after the training course: questionnaire assessing how the acquired skills have been applied in the workplace.
  • Training recognition:
    • Training certificate stating the results of the learning assessment, issued to the participant.
    • Certificate of completion issued to the employer or the organisation commissioning the training.

Partner

MVD Training is an AMD Authorized Training Provider. Training courses are delivered by an AMD Authorized Trainer and are based on official AMD training materials.
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