Semiconductor Science and Engineering: SSE

Lower-Division Courses

SSE X01. Topics in Semiconductor Manufacturing.

SSE X03. Topics in Circuits and Systems.

SSE X05. Topics in Heterogeneous Integration.

SSE X07. Topics in Semiconductor Devices.

SSE X09. Digital Logic Design.

Explore semiconductor digital design and optimization.

SSE X10. Circuit Theory.

Explore circuit theory in semiconductors.

Upper-Division Courses

SSE X60. Introduction to Semiconductor Science and Engineering.

Introduction to semiconductor science and engineering.

SSE X60S. Advanced Packaging Manufacturing.

SSE X77K. Projects in Semiconductor Science and Engineering.

Produce an independent project carried out under the supervision of a faculty member in semiconductor science and engineering. Prepare a project proposal and a final report, each of which is evaluated by the faculty committee on individual projects.

Graduate Courses

SSE X80. Introduction to Semiconductors.

Survey fundamental and important areas in semiconductor science and engineering including semiconductor device design, semiconductor manufacturing techniques, metrology and process control.

SSE X80C. Topics in Semiconductor Science and Engineering.

SSE X81. Semiconductor Processes.

Explore a theoretical and practical introduction to contemporary fabrication techniques and methods.

SSE X82. Semiconductor Devices.

Examine the design and physics underlying modern semiconductor devices.

SSE X83. Topics in Semiconductor Manufacturing.

SSE X84. Topics in Semiconductor Circuits and Systems.

SSE X85. Topics in Heterogeneous Integration and Advanced Packaging.

SSE X85C. Microelectronics Packaging and Thermal Management.

Explore microelectronics packaging and thermal management in the semiconductor industry.

SSE X85D. Materials for Packaging and Heterogeneous Integration.

Explore techniques of applied aspects of materials used in packaging semiconductors including heterogeneous integration, reliability, cooling, and role of materials.

SSE X86. Topics in Semiconductor Devices.

SSE X90. Semiconductor Manufacturing Laboratory.

Explore how to operate fabrication tools in the cleanroom.

SSE X91. Semiconductor Metrology and Characterization Laboratory.

Explore various different metrology techniques for analyzing materials and structures.

SSE X95. Research.

Prepare for an independent research project in semiconductor science and engineering through developing literature review and technical writing skills.

SSE X97P. Projects in Semiconductor Science and Engineering.

Produce an independent project carried out under the supervision of a semiconductor science and engineering faculty member.

SSE X98R. Master's Report.

Prepare a report to fulfill the requirement for the master's degree.

Professional Courses