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Microelectronics Systems Technology AAS
Industrial Technology Department | A.A.S. Associate of Applied Science Degree | 2 years
Earn a degree 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 AAS
You will develop some exciting new skills in this program. Among these new skills, you should be able to:
- Assemble, disassemble, adjust, and verify electronic equipment performance
- Test and identify electronic compounds including resistors capacitors, diodes, transistors, amplifiers, and digital logic gates
- Operate various tools including oscilloscopes, multimeters, signal generators and power supplies
Careers
Career opportunities may include:
- fabrication technician
- equipment technician
- product test technician
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PROGRAM CODES: AAS.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 (3 credits- see catalog for course list)
- Engage in ethical communication processes that accomplish goals.
Physical Education/Health/Safety/First Aid (1 course- MFG-107 Industrial Safety & First Aid)
- Use effective life skills to improve and maintain mental and physical wellbeing.
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.
Microelectronics Systems Technology Core Requirement
Complete 1 credit of HD-209
- HD-209
- Job Search Skills
- 1
Complete 2 credits of ESH-100
- ESH-100
- Environmental Regulations
- 2
Complete 4 credits of SM-280
- SM-280
- Electronics & Microelectronics/CWE
- 4
Complete the following Core Requirements
- CH-104
- Introductory Chemistry
- 5
- EET-112
- Electronic Equipment and Assembly I
- 1
- EET-113
- Electronic Equipment and Assembly II
- 1
- EET-114
- Electronic Equipment and Assembly III
- 1
- EET-127
- Semiconductor Circuits I
- 2
- 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
- EET-215
- Technical Mechanics
- 3
- EET-227
- Semiconductor Circuits II
- 3
- EET-233
- Programmable Logic Controllers I
- 3
- EET-239
- Principles of Troubleshooting II
- 2
- EET-250
- Linear Circuits
- 3
- IMT-104
- Reading Schematics and Symbols
- 2
- IMT-120
- Industrial Machinery I
- 3
- IMT-223
- Instrumentation & Controls
- 3
- MFG-140
- Principles of Fluid Power
- 3
- MFG-209
- Programming & Automation for Manufacturing
- 3
- SM-136
- Photolithography
- 2
- SM-150
- Semiconductor Processing I
- 2
- SM-160
- Semiconductor Processing II
- 2
- SM-170
- Semiconductor Processing III
- 2
- SM-229
- Vacuum Technology
- 2
Computation Related Instruction
Complete MTH-095
- MTH-095
- Algebra III
- 4
Communication Related Instruction
Complete WR-101
- WR-101*
- Workplace Writing
- 4
Human Relations Related Instruction
Complete 3 credits. See catalog for approved Related Instruction Courses.
PE/Health/Safety Related Instruction
Complete MFG-107
- MFG-107
- Industrial Safety & First Aid
- 3
Program Electives
Complete 6 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 Industrial 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 Industrial Technology Department, 503-594-3318.
