Specialist Diploma in Semiconductor Manufacturing
About This Course
Upon successful completion, course graduates will be able to:
• Describe the different functional domains within the spectrum of semiconductor manufacturing
• Apply core knowledge of analogue and digital electronics in the design and layout of integrated circuits
• Examine the process integration schemes and advanced packaging techniques of various silicon-based devices
• Illustrate the various integrated circuit reliability and failure mechanisms in modern integrated circuits
• Analyse and improve processes using risk management methodologies
• Develop solutions to optimise the yield and reliability of wafer fabrication
What You'll Learn
The Specialist Diploma in Semiconductor Manufacturing (SDSM) aims to equip participants with specialised knowledge and skills in the following core areas of semiconductor manufacturing:
• Integrated Circuit (IC) Design
• Process Integration
• Product Yield Engineering
• IC Packaging
• Reliability and Failure Analysis
• Quality Assurance
Entry Requirements
• Applicants should possess a relevant (Engineering or Science) local polytechnic Diploma, ITE Technical Diploma / Technical Engineer Diploma / Work-Study Technical Diploma or Degree.
• Applicants who do not meet the entry requirements may be considered for admission to the course based on evidence of at least 5 years of relevant working experience or supporting evidence of competency readiness. Suitable applicants who are shortlisted will have to go through an interview and/or entrance test. The Polytechnic reserves the right to shortlist and admit applicants.
• Conditional Offer
Graduating students (in final semester) from a local polytechnic or Institute of Technical Education (ITE) may apply for the programme.