Integrated circuit devices that include self-test apparatus for testing a plurality of functional blocks and methods of testing same

Abstract

Integrated circuit devices have a self-test capability in which a sequence of input data patterns are generated by a test pattern unit and are selectively applied to a functional or test block that is selected from a plurality of potential test blocks. The output data patterns that are generated by the selected test block are provided to a data compression unit that generates a signature in response thereto. This signature can then be compared with an expected pattern to determine whether the selected test block is functioning properly. Because the test pattern unit and the data compression unit are shared by a plurality of test blocks, the area normally reserved for test circuitry in an integrated circuit device can be reduced.