In this thesis, several techniques for the test generation of VHDL behavioral models are proposed. An algorithm called HBTG, Hierarchical Behavioral Test Generator, is developed and implemented to systematically generate tests for VHDL behavioral models. HBTG accepts the Process Model Graph and the precomputed tests for the individual processes of the model from which it constructs a test sequence that exercises the model hierarchically. The construction of the test sequence is automatic if the tests for the individual processes of the model are provided. The test sequence derived can be used for the simulation of the model. By comparing the simulation outputs with the data sheet or the design specifications of the corresponding circuit, a user can tell if the functionality of the model is as expected or any functional faults exist. Simulation results and conclusions are given. Some suggestions for further improvements of the program are discussed. / Master of Science

This doctoral thesis addresses in a sequence of five essays the question how fiscal policy and economic output are interrelated in emerging Europe and how this relationship is shaped by the respective politico-economic environment and the individual-level support for economic reforms. Following main findings can be highlighted: (1) Countries in Central, Eastern and Southeastern Europe (CESEE) respond to a fiscal expansion in the euro area with fiscal easing at home, while the GDP response is mixed across countries.(2)Automatic fiscal stabilizers are comparatively small and discretionary fiscal policy has been largely pro-cyclical in CESEE. (3) The public spending and revenue structure is more "growth-friendly" in CESEEthan in the EU-15. (4) In transition economies with more democratic institutions and a better quality of governance, individuals with high market-relevant skills show a significantly larger support of the privatization status quo than individuals with low market skills. (5) The society in Russia - triggered by a lack of social capital - chooses to demand more state regulationand tolerate corruption to reduce negative externalities imposed by private business.(author's abstract)