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Field of Interest
The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Industrial Technology for Semiconductor prepares individuals to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills to operate and monitor equipment for the fabrication of semiconductors or microchips from silicon wafers, and to troubleshoot, maintain, and repair the specialized equipment used in this process. Includes instruction in AC and DC circuits, digital fundamentals, solid state devices, manufacturing processes, vacuum principles and technology, industrial electronics, quality assurance, and semiconductor manufacturing technology.
This certificate is not eligible for Title IV Federal Financial Aid.
This is a Fast Track Certificate, which can be completed in two semesters or less.
Details
- Field of Interest
- Applied Technology
- Academic Plan Code
- 5260N
- Total Credits Required
- 3
- Catalog Year
- 2026-2027
What You’ll Learn
This pathway map will help you gain the expertise needed to:
- Describe the semiconductor industry and job types within the industry.
- Define the principles and rules of a Lean organizational approach to continuous improvement.
- Demonstrate safe and proper use of hand tools commonly associated with preventative and corrective maintenance activities in a semiconductor factory.
- Demonstrate knowledge of safety protocols for clean rooms and Personal Protective Equipment
- Apply knowledge of basic semiconductor manufacturing concepts and processes, basic industrial electrical principles, schematics, circuits, hand tools, and appropriate problem-solving models to troubleshoot and address problems in the semiconductor industry.
- Apply knowledge of vacuum components, procedures, theory, and hand tools to efficiently and effectively troubleshoot common issues found in a system under vacuum.
Career Opportunities
Successful completion of this certificate 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 certificate. 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.
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.
Part-time Sequence
Part-time status is 11 credit hours or less
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Term 1
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AIT132 | Industrial Technology for the Semiconductor Industry | 3 |
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Disclaimer
This program is not eligible for Title IV Federal Financial Aid.
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses in the program.
All information published is subject to change without notice. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information presented, but based on the dynamic nature of the curricular process, course and program information is subject to change in order to reflect the most current information available.