Honours in Microelectronics | Honours in Microelectronics

Honours in Microelectronics

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Microelectronics is the study of microscopic electronic devices and systems, including integrated circuits (ICs), transistors, sensors, and various other miniature devices that play a significant role in modern electronics. This honours course offers students an in-depth exploration of the principles, technologies, and design methods used in the creation of microelectronic components. The course covers both theoretical foundations and practical aspects, helping students develop advanced skills for working in the rapidly evolving microelectronics industry.

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By the end of the course, students will have gained hands-on experience in microelectronics design, as well as a deeper understanding of how these technologies impact modern communication systems, computing devices, healthcare, and other fields.

Objectives

The offered programme aims to:

  • Understand Basic Microelectronic Principles 
      Gain foundational knowledge of semiconductor materials, electronic devices, & their functions, including transistors and diodes.
  • Learn Microelectronic Design Techniques 
      Familiarize students with design techniques for microelectronic circuits, particularly focusing on CMOS (Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor) technology and other fabrication processes.
  • Develop Skills in Circuit Analysis 
      Learn how to analyze and simulate microelectronic circuits, including analog and digital circuits, to evaluate performance and troubleshoot issues.
  • Study Fabrication Technologies 
      Understand the process of microelectronic device fabrication, from photolithography to doping, etching, and metal deposition techniques.
  • Explore Integration and Packaging 
      Study the methods and challenges involved in integrating microelectronic circuits and packaging them for use in real-world applications.
  • Apply Knowledge to Real-world Applications 
      Analyze and apply microelectronics knowledge in practical applications such as consumer electronics, medical devices, and renewable energy systems.

Learning Outcomes

At the successful completion of this program, an Engineering Graduate will be able to:

Eligibility Criteria

Students who have passed the First Year of Engineering in Electronics Engineering (VLSI Design & Technology) successfully.

Assessment Method

  • Ability to Design and Simulate Microelectronic Circuits 
      Students will be able to design complex analog and digital circuits and simulate their behaviour using industry-standard software tools.
  • Demonstrate Understanding of Semiconductor Physics 
      Students will be able to explain the physical principles underlying the behavior of semiconductor materials and devices, and apply these concepts in the design of microelectronic systems.
    • Laboratory performance evaluation
    • Unit tests
    • Mini project
    • Internal assessment
    • presentation/ report writing
    • End semester examination

List of Courses

  • Semiconductor Physics
  • Solid State Devices – Modelling and Simulations
  • Physical Design
  • Semiconductor Packaging and Testing
  • Mini Project
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