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Microelectronics Systems Technology CC
Industrial Technology Department | C.C. Certificate of Completion | 1 year
Earn a certificate in Microelectronics System Technology from Clackamas Community College and learn how to manufacture and maintain microelectronics.
The Microelectronics Systems Technology program will prepare you for entry into the technical and complex fields of microelectronics and semiconductors. In the program, you'll learn various forms of manufacturing, including wafers, silicon and components, as well as microelectronic assembly and equipment maintenance.
Microelectronics Systems Technology CC
You will develop some exciting new skills in this program. Among these new skills, you should be able to:
- Work safely around electricity and manufacturing equipment
- Design, analyze and troubleshoot common AC & DC circuits
- Use test equipment such as oscilloscopes, digital multi-meters, signal generators and power supplies
- Demonstrate basic knowledge of the semiconductor manufacturing and materials
Careers
Career opportunities include:
- fabrication technician
- equipment technician
- product test technician
Job Market
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PROGRAM CODES: CC.MICROSYSTECH
This program prepares students for entry into the microelectronics and semiconductor industries. Course work focuses on wafer manufacturing, integrated circuit fabrication, component manufacturing, microelectronic assembly and equipment maintenance. Specific skill areas include: silicon materials fabrication, silicon manufacturing, semiconductor processing, microcontamination and particle control, troubleshooting of equipment and systems, microlithography, ion implantation, etch and chemical vapor deposition.
RELATED INSTRUCTION OUTCOMES
Computation (1 course- MTH-095 Algebra III)
- Use appropriate mathematics to solve problems.
Communication (1 course- WR-101 Workplace Writing)
- Read actively, think critically, and write purposefully and capably for professional audiences.
Human Relations (1 course- COMM-111Z Public Speaking)
- Engage in ethical communication processes that accomplish goals.
PROGRAM OUTCOMES
Upon successful completion of this program, students should be able to:
- communicate critical information about electronic systems using verbal, written, or graphical means;
- troubleshoot electrical and electronic systems;
- use proper electrical test equipment to test and maintain electronic and electrical components and equipment;
- demonstrate safe work habits around electricity and electronic equipment;
- demonstrate basic knowledge of semiconductor manufacturing and materials.
