The course is for nontechnical individuals associated with the semiconductor industry, such as those holding positions in sales, marketing, and administration, as well as engineers, process technicians, and line operators who wish to learn the fundamentals of fabrication. Topics include a general review of the basic concepts of physics and chemistry as they relate to fabrication technology, followed by a discussion of semiconductor processes. At the end of this course you should understand the basic processes required to fabricate integrated devices, grasp the basic vocabulary of the semiconductor industry, and have an overview of the devices used as the building blocks for integrated circuits.
Enrollment is limited and advance enrollment is required.