Semiconductor manufacturing education at San Jose State University

The many aspects of semiconductor manufacturing education at San Jose State University, CA, are documented. San Jose State has benefited greatly from interaction with local semiconductor companies. The curriculum and programs which result from this interaction are discussed as a general model for semiconductor manufacturing education at other universities. The traditional undergraduate and graduate curriculum is listed and briefly discussed. The Master of Science Degree, a cross-disciplinary program taken on a part-time basis by practicing semiconductor manufacturing engineers, is discussed in detail. Two special semiconductor related entities are described. The Center for Electronic Materials and Devices is a research center with a focus on education. The Applied Technology Institute for Microelectronics provides specific education and training for improvement of the semiconductor work force. Laboratory short courses on microfabrication are held in the IC labs. A recent National Science Foundation grant supports microfabrication laboratory workshops in the IC labs.< >