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Microelectronics Systems Technology CC
Manufacturing Department | C.C. Certificate of Completion | One 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 may include:
- fabrication technician
- equipment technician
- product test technician
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Programs that are 12-44 credits that acknowledge a specific skill proficiency to help students gain enhanced employment opportunities are considered state-approved Career Pathways. Certain certificates are eligible for federal financial aid, while others may only be eligible as a segment of an aid-eligible certificate or degree program (Satisfactory Academic Progress for Financial Aid Students).
Career Pathways Roadmap for Microelectronics Systems Technology CCPROGRAM 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-050 Technical Mathematics I)
- Use appropriate mathematics to solve problems.
Communication (1 course- WR-101 Communication Skills: Occupational Writing)
- Read actively, think critically, and write purposefully and capably for professional audiences.
Human Relations (3 credits - see page 82 for course list)
- Engage in ethical communication processes that accomplish goals.
PROGRAM OUTCOMES
Upon successful completion of this program, students should be able to:
- demonstrate safe work habits around electricity and manufacturing equipment;
- apply verbal and graphical means to communicate effectively about electronics;
- design, analyze and troubleshoot common AC and DC circuits found in industrial, military and consumer electronics applications;
- use test equipment such as oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, signal generators and power supplies to test and maintain components and equipment;
- demonstrate basic knowledge of the semiconductor manufacturing and materials;
- apply knowledge of industrial technologies to select, operate and maintain automated manufacturing systems.
Microelectronics Systems Technology Core Requirement
Complete 2 credits of ESH-100
- ESH-100
- Environmental Regulations
- 2
Complete 2 credits of SM-280
- SM-280
- Electronics & Microelectronics/CWE
- 2
Complete the following Microelectronics Systems Technology Core Requirements
- EET-112
- Electronic Test Equipment & Soldering
- 3
- EET-127
- Semiconductor Circuits I
- 4
- EET-137
- Electrical Fundamentals I
- 4
- EET-139
- Principles of Troubleshooting I
- 2
- EET-141
- Electrical Fundamentals II
- 4
- EET-142
- Electrical Fundamentals III
- 4
- EET-157
- Digital Logic I
- 3
- MFG-107
- Industrial Safety & First Aid
- 3
- MFG-109
- Computer Literacy for Technicians
- 3
- MTH-080*
- Technical Mathematics II
- 3
- SM-150
- Semiconductor Processing I
- 2
- SM-160
- Semiconductor Processing II
- 2
- SM-170
- Semiconductor Processing III
- 2
Computation Related Instruction
Complete MTH-050
- MTH-050*
- Technical Mathematics I
- 4
Communication Related Instruction
Complete WR-101
- WR-101
- Communication Skills: Occupational Writing
- 3
Human Relations Related Instruction
Complete 3 credits. Please refer to page 82 of the catalog for a list of approved Related Instruction Courses.
Program Electives
Complete 3 credits of Microelectronics Systems Technology Program Electives. This may consist of any course with a CDT, EET, MFG, RET, SM, or WLD prefix not included in the Microelectronics Systems Technology Program.
*Substitute college transfer courses for these courses if you plan to continue your education at a higher education institution. It is recommended that you consult with a faculty advisor or a staff member in Student Services for the transfer requirements of the specific advanced program or school.
Oregon Tech Transfer Courses
The CCC Manufacturing Technology Department, in partnership with Oregon Tech, offers a number of transferable classes into Oregon Tech's Electronics Engineering Technology degree program. For information contact the Manufacturing Department, 503-594-3318.
