semiconductor manufacturing


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Semiconductor manufacturing evolves constantly to meet demands of ever increasing chip speeds and density (and NASDAQ ups and downs!)

Semiconductor Manufacturing Curriculum
developed by Roy Stamps,  Mission College, Santa Clara

Revised: Feb 15, 2001

In the Semiconductor Manufacturing module, students will examine the history of semiconductors from the first discrete transistors to today's integrated circuits. Over six weeks students will gain a complete understanding of semiconductor manufacturing processes and make their own transistor.

The units and lessons within the module are: 

  • Introduction to semiconductors, processes, and facilities

  • Use the internet to research historic technology advances 

  • Learn about cleanrooms and strict environmental requirements

  • Wend through the major steps in the manufacturing process

  • Understand process modeling and create an effective process

  • Use process models to predict product yields

  • Develop organization and communication skills through team presentations