Semiconductor Manufacturing
The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Semiconductor Manufacturing program is designed to provide students with the general principles and foundational skills in the nano/micro-fabrication industry and related manufacturing industries. Students will become familiar with processes, materials, and methods for characterization and fabrication of semiconductor chips and microelectronic components. Product stewardship, occupational safety and health procedures are emphasized throughout the program. The Certificates of Completion (CCL) in Introduction to Semiconductor Manufacturing and Semiconductor Manufacturing are also available.
Details
Field of Interest
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
Degree Type
Associate in Applied Science (AAS)
Academic Plan
Semiconductor Manufacturing (DEG)
Academic Plan Code
3168
Total credits required
63-66
Catalog Year
2024-2025
Effective Term
Fall 2024
Notes
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
What You'll Learn
- Apply ethical and professional standards within the field of micro-and nanotechnology.
- Compare and contrast various types of patterning processes.
- Compare and contrast nanotechnology manufacturing processes.
- Compare and contrast product and research trends in nanoscience and nanotechnology.
- Describe manufacturing concerns in the nanotechnology industry.
- Examine safety procedures and equipment used in the nanotechnology industry.
- Compare and contrast classification procedures for materials in the nanotechnology industry.
- Explain properties of colloids and self-assembly materials.
- Explain photoresist applications.
- Describe photolithography techniques, technology, and tools.
- Review characterization tools and techniques for nanotechnology structure and materials.
- Compare and contrast types of electron beam characterization tools and procedures.
- Examine applications for nanotechnology in the health science, energy, manufacturing, electronics, food, and environmental industries.
- Examine tools and processes for advanced Scanning Probe Microscopy (SPM).
- Apply relevant knowledge, skills, and habits of mind to seek career opportunities in the field.
Career statistics
Successful completion of this degree may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Arizona-based wages* for this degree. Education requirements vary for the occupations listed below, so you may need further education or degrees in order to qualify for some of these jobs and earn the related salaries. Please visit with an academic advisor and/or program director for additional information. You can click on any occupation to view the detail regarding education level, wages, and employment information.
Chemical Technicians
$54,180 Show expanded career information for Chemical Technicians
Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians
$68,180 Show expanded career information for Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Photonics Technicians
$61,480 Show expanded career information for Photonics Technicians
Semiconductor Processing Technicians
$57,870 Show expanded career information for Semiconductor Processing Technicians
There are additional career opportunities associated with this degree that do not have occupational data available for Arizona at this time. These occupations are listed below:
- Calibration Technologists and Technicians
* Career and wage information provided by Pipeline AZ using data, reports, and forecasts which are generated using government data sources. Sources
Course Sequence by Term
The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:
- Students should meet with an academic advisor to develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Degree Progress Report Tool in your Student Center to manage your plan.
- The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
- Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
- Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include FYE101 and FYE103. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.
- Consult with your faculty mentor or academic advisor to determine educational requirements, including possible university transfer options, for your chosen career field.
Full-time Sequence
Full-time status is 12 credits to 18 credits per semester.
Term 1
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MNT110 | Nanotechnology: What It Is and Why It Matters | Critical course Gateway course | 3 | ||
| MNT120 | Introduction to Microelectromechanical Systems (MEMS) | 3 | |||
| MAT150 or MAT151 or MAT152 or MAT155 or MAT156 or MAT182 or MAT187 or MAT188 |
College Algebra/Functions or College Algebra/Functions or College Algebra/Functions or College Algebra/Functions with Review or College Algebra/Functions with Review or Plane Trigonometry or Precalculus or Precalculus | OR Satisfactory completion of a higher level mathematics course | MA or MA or MA or MA or MA or MA in combo w/ MAT150 or MAT151 or MAT152 or MAT155 or MAT156 or MA or None | 3–6 | |
| FYE101 or FYE103 |
Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success or Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success | 1–3 | |||
| ENG101 or ENG107 |
First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL | Critical course | FYC or FYC | 3 |
Term 2
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MNT130 | Introduction to Light and Lasers | 4 | |||
| MNT140 | Careers and Professional Skills in Nanotechnology | 1 | |||
| ENG102 or ENG108 |
First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL | FYC or FYC | 3 | ||
| CRE101 | College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking | OR Equivalent as indicated by assessment | L | 0–3 |
Term 3
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MNT201 | Materials, Safety, and Equipment for Nanotechnology | 3 | |||
| MNT215 | Micro and Nano Fabrication Tools and Techniques | 3 | |||
| RE | Restricted Electives | 3–5 |
Term 4
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MNT225 | Material Properties and Effects of Size | 3 | |||
| MNT235 | Nanotechnology Characterization Tools and Techniques | 3 | |||
| CHM130 | Fundamental Chemistry | SQ in combo w/ CHM130LL | 3 | ||
| CHM130LL | Fundamental Chemistry Laboratory | SQ in combo w/ CHM130 | 1 | ||
| RE | Restricted Electives | 2–3 |
Term 5
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MNT245 | Advanced Topics in Light and Lasers | 3 | |||
| RE | Restricted Electives | 2–4 | |||
| COM100 | Introduction to Human Communication | SB | 3 |
Term 6
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ECN212 | Microeconomic Principles | SB | 3 | ||
| RE | Restricted Electives | 2 | |||
| HIS+++ | Any HIS History course in the Humanities, Arts and Design area | HIS102 recommended | 3 |
Restricted Electives
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BPC110 or CIS105 |
Computer Usage and Applications or Survey of Computer Information Systems | CS or CS | 3 | ||
| ECE102 | Engineering Analysis Tools and Techniques | 2 | |||
| ECE103 | Engineering Problem Solving and Design | 2 | |||
| PHY111 | General Physics I | SQ | 4 | ||
| CIS+++ | Any CIS Computer Information Systems course | 1–8 | |||
| CSC+++ | Any CSC Computer Science course | 1–8 |
Course Area Key
Gateway Course = Generally the first major-specific course in a pathway.
Critical Course = A course that is highly predictive of future success in a pathway.
- CS = Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application
- FYC = First Year Composition
- L = Literacy & Critical Inquiry
- MA = Mathematics
- SB = Social-Behavioral Sciences
- SQ = Natural Sciences Quantitative
Disclaimer
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
Course Sequence total credits may differ from the program information located on the MCCCD curriculum website due to program and system design.
View MCCCD’s official curriculum documentation for additional details regarding the requirements of this award (https://aztransmac2.asu.edu/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MCCCD.woa/wa/freeForm3?id=189342).
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