Asset Intertech, Inc.

Walter Michael Coldewey

Jay Joseph Nejedlo

Thomas Green Hudiburgh

James Ernest Chorn

Edward Keith Simpson

Methods and apparatus for performing a data driven test on a circuit including at least one built-in-self-test compatible device. In one embodiment, the method includes describing the device using a descriptive language including setting at least one default value associated with the device. The method also includes defining a scan path associated with the device, defining a netlist of the circuit, and configuring a test control program for the circuit. Additionally, the method includes changing the default value associated with the device. Testing the circuit after changing the value and using the test control program is also included wherein a portion of the test control program associated with the value remains substantially unmodified.

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Richardson, TX, United States of America

Walter Michael Coldewey