Representing current industry standards and technology, the Microelectronics Manufacturing Technician program integrates related scientific principles and laboratory exercises in the study of the materials and processes of microelectronics manufacture. This program prepares graduates for career employment in one of Oregon s fastest growing high-tech industries. Independent industry and government surveys indicate a projected need for 7,000 microelectronics-manufacturing technicians in Oregon by the year 2000. With generous compensation and benefits incentives, the microelectronics industry represents tremendous opportunities for career employment and advancement. Students integrate theory and practice while working in a community business or organization.
Students earn college credit and a grade for work related to their educational and career goals.
Through co-op, a student can develop skills, expand career knowledge, and make contacts for future employment. Contact the co-op coordinator to enroll. Facilities Students use lab stations that are equipped with an oscilloscope, power supply, analog and digital meters, waveform generator, frequency counters and other electronic equipment. P-Spice and Microsoft Assembler software are used in class work. Students use computers to control, analyze and troubleshoot electronic circuits.