October 16, 2024 - October 17, 2024
Gain a comprehensive understanding of the semiconductor industry and the integrated circuit (IC) manufacturing process. This course is designed for new personnel in the field or anyone seeking a well-rounded knowledge of the tools, materials, and terminology used in semiconductor manufacturing.
Pricing
Early Bird Special! $200 off
- Members:
$995$795 - Non-Members:
$1,095$895 - Students/Vets:
$895$695
* For group orders with 10+ attendees, and for Students/Veterans discounted pricing, please contact [email protected].
Time
9:30 am - 5:00 pm CEST
Location
Germany
Course Description
This course offers a solid foundation in semiconductor manufacturing, from basic concepts to advanced techniques, providing practical insights into the tools, processes, and technologies driving the industry.
Learning Objectives
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of the semiconductor industry and manufacturing process, design, and eco-system of the semiconductor industry
- Understand the jargon, tools, and materials used in the design and fabrication of an integrated chip
- Effectively be able to communicate semiconductor manufacturing concepts with other associates and industry professionals
Course Topics
- Basic Electronics and Microelectronics: Definitions of essential electronic terms/concepts and introduction to microelectronics and integrated circuits
- Process Nodes: Process nodes and their impact on device performance and cost
- Device Physics and Transistor Operation: Principles of device operation and transistor functionality
- Crystal Growth and Wafer Preparation: Crystal growth techniques and wafer preparation processes
- Advanced Transistor Technologies: FDSOI, FinFETs, and Gate-All-Around (GAA) transistors and their impact on device performance
- Circuit Design and Layout: Introduction to circuit design, layout techniques, and tools
- Wafer Processing:
- Mask Making and Lithography: Techniques and materials used in mask making and various lithographic methods (DUV, Immersion, EUV)
- Clean Room Environments: Importance of clean rooms in semiconductor manufacturing and contamination issues
- Etching and Cleaning Processes: Plasma and wet etching processes
- Ion Implantation and Diffusion Techniques: Methods for doping and controlling diffusion in semiconductor fabrication
- Deposition Techniques: RTP, CVD, ALD, and ALE techniques and their effect on device performance
- Electroplating and Sputtering: Metal deposition techniques used in manufacturing
- Packaging and Testing: Techniques such as wire bonding, die stacking, flip chip, and chiplets packaging, semiconductor testing processes
- Metrology and Measurement Tools: Tools and methods used for precision measurement in semiconductor manufacturing
- Semiconductor Industry Ecosystem: The major players in the industry
Who Should Attend
Anyone interested in understanding semiconductor manufacturing, including new employees, professionals in related industries, and those seeking to broaden their knowledge of the field.
Instructor
Denny Frye
PT International, LLC
Please note that only the person who registered will receive a certificate of completion.