Course Overview
Domain
Engineering
Format
Micro‑credential Course
Duration
3+ months
Fee Subsidy
Up to 90% SF Funding
This micro-credential is pending funding approval from SkillsFuture Singapore.
The continuous expansion of the semiconductor industry in Singapore highlights the need for specialised courses in semiconductor manufacturing, to build a skilled workforce ready to meet industry demands. This will ensure Singapore remains competitive in the high-tech sector, driving both innovation and efficiency.
Designed to address significant skill gaps in semiconductor manufacturing, this micro-credential aims to prepare learners for advanced roles in the ever-evolving industry. Learners will delve deeply into Complementary metal–oxide–semiconductor (CMOS) technology, exploring its evolution and scaling trends. This includes the application of complex process integration methodologies for various semiconductor devices, including CMOS, memory, photonics, and MEMS.
This micro-credential also offers a comprehensive study of advanced fabrication techniques, metrology, and inspection tools. Learners will focus on rigorous process control, risk assessment, and yield management, preparing them to address real-world challenges in semiconductor production with a focus on improving quality, efficiency, and yield.
Learners will focus on rigorous process control, risk assessment, and yield management. This will prepare learners to address real-world challenges in semiconductor production with a focus on improving quality, efficiency, and yield.
This micro-credential is part of the CSM Pathway in Electrical and Electronics Engineering.
Who Should Attend
Learners who aim to pursue a career in the semiconductor manufacturing industry including engineers in the following specialisation:
- Wafer fab manufacturing
- Process, product or equipment engineering
- Quality assurance
- Yield enhancement
- Research and development
Assumed Prior Knowledge
Learners should have a fundamental knowledge in the following:
- Physics, chemistry and mathematics
- Semiconductor devices and fabrication processes either through formal training or experience in semiconductor industry
What You Will Learn
This micro-credential is predominantly delivered through a competency-based education (CBE) approach where learners acquire and demonstrate mastery of knowledge and skills that are directly relevant to job functions. This prepares them to be industry-ready where they can apply their newly acquired competencies to their work.
List of Competency Units
| Code | Competency Unit Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENG3201C | Semiconductor Process Integration | 6 |
| ENG3202C |
Nanoscale Device Fabrication Technology |
6 |
| ENG3203C |
Process Risk and Yield Management |
6 |
The above are competency units that constitute this micro-credential. Upon completion of the micro-credential, you will be able to:
- Analyse the semiconductor manufacturing flow including advancement in material and fabrication technologies for nanoscale devices
- Apply understanding of semiconductor manufacturing concepts, technologies, and tools to analyse manufacturing processes for their use, effectiveness, and relevance in the integrated process flow
- Apply statistical process control, process optimisation, risk analysis and yield management methodologies for semiconductor manufacturing
Coaching for Success
During the course, you will have access to a team of qualified success coaches who can work with you on learning strategies or to develop a personalised learning plan. Through the success coaches, you can gain access to a wide range of resources and support services, and be empowered with the necessary tools to navigate your learning journey successfully.
Teaching Team
Zheng Jianxin
Associate Professor / Prog Leader, Engineering, Singapore Institute of Technology
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Soh Chew Beng
Assoc Professor/Deputy Cluster Dir, Engineering, Singapore Institute of Technology
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Koh Kah How
Senior Lecturer, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Republic Polytechnic
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Schedule
| Week | Learning Activity | Delivery, Location and Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Micro-credentials and Competency Units briefing |
In-person |
| 1 – 12 |
Weekly consultation |
Synchronous online |
| 1 – 12 |
Self-directed learning |
Asynchronous online |
| 8, 10 & 11 | Laboratory sessions |
In-person |
| 4, 9 & 12 | In-class assessments |
In-person |
| 13 | In-lab project assessment |
In-person |
*Subject to change
Certificate and Assessment
A Specialist Certificate in Semiconductor Manufacturing and Process Control will be issued to learners who:
- Attend at least 75% of the course and
- Undertake and pass all credit bearing assessments
Assessment Plan
- The learner will undertake a combination of written examinations and reports preparation
Fee Structure
The full fee for this course is S$10,006.20.
| Category | After SF Funding |
|---|---|
| Singapore Citizen (Below 40) | S$3,001.86 |
| Singapore Citizen (40 & Above) | S$1,165.86 |
| Singapore PR / LTVP+ Holder | S$3,001.86 |
| Non-Singapore Citizen | S$10,006.20 (No Funding) |
Note:
- This micro-credential is pending funding approval from SkillsFuture Singapore.
- A one-time, non-refundable matriculation fee of $54.50 will be collected before course commencement.
- All fees above include GST. GST applies to individuals and Singapore-registered companies.
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Learning Pathway
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