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LEAD THE SEMICONDUCTOR

REVOLUTION
PG Level Advanced Certification Programme in
Microelectronics and
Semiconductor Technologies

India’s #1 9 Months 180 Hours 5 Days

University and Executive Friendly Immersive Campus Visit
Research Institute* Programme Learning at IISc
*NIRF 2023

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1 This is the decade of
Semiconductors

“Tata Electronics and PSMC will build India's first state-of-the-art

Fab unit in Dholera with a total investment of ₹91,000 Crores.”
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“Samsung launched a semiconductor R&D facility in India to

drive cutting-edge semiconductor research and development in
the country.” 2

“With the approval of four projects, our combined production

capacity will be 80 million chips per day, and with these, electronics
manufacturing will jump from $105 billion to $300 billion in the
coming years.” 3
- Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology

“The demand for semiconductor jobs is on rise considering expansion

plans of companies like Kaynes Technology, Micron Technology, and
SRAM & MRAM Technologies contributing to 12000+ new Jobs
confirming the surge in opportunities.”

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2 Most sought-after expertise in the
VLSI - Semiconductor Industry

Top roles for certified semiconductor

technology professionals

Device Design Engineer Test and Characterization Engineer Process Engineer

TCAD Engineer Tapeout engineer Foundry process design Engineer Integration engineer

Yield analysis engineer ESD design technical manager EBO engineer Etch process manager

Wet clean process manager Litho/EUV module engineer EUV mask materials scientist

Layout design and validation Engineer CMP engineer Epitaxy process manager EUV tool manager

Litho/Patterning process manager Electrochemical plating module engineering manager

Advanced packaging material development manager Memory circuit design engineer

Digital/Mixed-Signal IC design engineer RF Analog Engineer/RFIC Circuit design engineer

Automated test and characterization engineer PVD module manager I/O design engineer

Analog/Power delivery engineer CAD Physical verification engineer Patent technical manager

CSV engineer (Virtual Fab) And many more

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3 IISc Edge
India's #1 University

IISc (Indian Institute of Science) is the oldest and the finest higher education
institute of its kind in India. It pursues excellence in research and education in
several fields of Science and Engineering and is one of the first three publicly
funded institutes to be awarded the Institute of Eminence status. The alumni
of IISc hold significant academic and industry positions around the globe. For
more information visitt https://www.iisc.ac.in
The PG Level Advanced Certificate Programme in Microelectronics and
Semiconductor Technologies will be delivered by IISc’s Centre for Continuing
Education (CCE). CCE offers courses suitably designed to meet the require-
ments of various target groups - research & development (R&D) laboratories
and industries, research scientists, and engineers- enabling them to grow into
competent managers of technology-intensive and data-driven organisations.
For more information, visit cce.iisc.ac.in

India’s #1 India's #1
University (2016-23) & Times Higher Education 2 Bharat Ratna
Awardees
Research Institute University (2024)
(2021-23)

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Expert Faculty

Taught by eminent IISc Faculty

Programme Director
Prof. Mayank Shrivastava
Winner of 25+ National & International Awards | Author of
250+ Research Publications | Inventor in 55+ Patents
Associate Professor, Department of Electronic Systems Engineering, IISc
Co-Founder - AGNIT Semiconductors Pvt. Ltd and Gallium Nitride
Ecosystem Enabling Center (GaN Fab)

Research Expertise: Nanoelectronics, Power Semiconductors, Semiconductor

Device Fabrication, Design, Modeling & Characterisation, Reliability Physics,
On-Chip ESD Protection Design and Quantum Enhanced Technologies

Co-founded AGNIT Semiconductors, a deep tech startup working on

next-generation Gallium Nitride (GaN) semiconductors.

Worked with leading organisations like IBM Microelectronics (USA), Intel

Mobile Communications (USA) and Intel Corp. (Germany) and Infineon
Technologies (USA and Germany)

Collaborates with over half a dozen semiconductor industries at any

point in time.

Helping Indian government in it’s semiconductor efforts.

Editor for IEEE Transactions on Electron Devices & Also a recipient of

Vasavic Award

Won over 25 national and international awards of high repute which

include Swarnjayanti Fellowship, Abdul Kalam National Fellowship, Vasvik
Award, MIT TR35 Awards, IEEE EDS Early Career Award, and almost all
the young scientist awards in India.

Authored 250+ research papers. Holds 55+ patents; most are either
licensed by semiconductor companies or are in use in their products.

Editor for IEEE Transactions on Electron Devices.

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Curriculum

Leverage a state-of-the-art curriculum, designed by IISc Faculty and

gain an insight into the device design, modeling, characterisation and
development of semiconductor technology.

PG Level Advanced Certification Programme - 9 Months

Module 1 : Basics of Semiconductor Devices and Technology

Introduction to semiconductor device physics

Carrier statics and dynamics
Semiconductor Junctions
Ideal and non-ideal MOS capacitor
MOSFETs

Module 2 : Semiconductor Technology

Overview: Basics of Transistor scaling, VLSI Technology, Moore’s Law, ITRS,

CMOS, BiCMOS, BCD and Other technologies, etc.
Cleanroom Basics
Semiconductor Process such as Oxidation, Diffusion, thin film deposition, Ion
Implantation, Lithography, etching.
Non-CMOS Processes and other process modules
Process Flow: CMOS process flow & LDMOS process flow and process integration
challenges
Process – Device co-design
Assignments/Lab: Process TCAD Modules

Module 3 : VLSI Design Overview for Fab/Semiconductor Engineers

Digital
Analog
Radio Frequency (RF)

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Module 4 : Physics and Design of Transistors

The Ideal MOS Capacitor

The Non-Ideal MOS Capacitor
The MOS Capacitor as a Diagnostic Device
The Long Channel MOSFET
The Short Channel MOSFET
Double Gate MOSFET and FinFETs

Module 5 : Reliability of Nanoscale circuits and systems

Carrier transport and carrier energy fundamentals, avalanche multiplication and

breakdown, hot carrier induced (HCI) degradation mechanism, NBTI/PBTI, TDDB,
GOI and Electromigration.
ESD and latch-up phenomena, Test models and methods, ESD protection devices
and device physics, Advance ESD protection devices, high current effects and
filaments, Negative differential resistance, Physics of ESD failure.
ESD protection methodology, ESD protection circuits, ESD protection for
Analogue/RF and mixed-signal modules, General rules for ESD design, layout
considerations for ESD and latch-up protection, understanding parasitic.
ESD circuit simulation basics and requirements, ESD TCAD simulation methodology.
System on Chip overview and system ESD aspects, case studies related to product
failures and solutions use
High current injection, High field effects, Negative differential resistance and
Current filaments, Drain extended MOS devices and associated week ESD
robustness. ESD behaviour of FinFET devices, SiGe-FETs and other quantum
well devices, Impact of stress & strain on ESD behaviour, ESD devices in advanced
CMOS and BiCMOS technology, Impact of technology scaling on ESD behaviour,
Special analogue and RF ESD protection devices and circuits. Impact of ESD stress
on CNTs, Graphene and other 2D material-based Nanoelectronic devices. ESD
Device modelling for circuit simulations, State-of-the-art on CDM ESD protection,
CDM tester models, modelling CDM behaviour and CDM simulations, ESD
verification flow and methodology, Towards full chip ESD simulation, Transient
latch-up, System-level ESD, System Efficient ESD design (SEED), Case studies.

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Module 6 : Design of Power Semiconductor Devices

Power device applications

Semiconductor Physics under extreme conditions
Power Diodes
Si High Power MOS devices, design and Technology
GaN Power HEMTs
Power Device Design Lab

Microelectronics
Module 7 : Microelectronics
Lab Lab

IncludesTCAD
Device 5 days
and
campus
Devicevisit
Design
to IISc
Basics
Bangalore
using TCAD
Includes
CMOS Process
in person
Technology,
training atProcess
MSD labDevelopment, Integration and Simulation
Semiconductor Device Characterization
Library / PDK Development
Includes hands-on projects at MSDLab during 5-day visit to IISc campus

Advanced Certification Programme - 6 Months

Module 1 : Basics of Semiconductor Devices and Technology

Introduction to semiconductor device physics

Carrier statics and dynamics
Semiconductor Junctions
Ideal and non-ideal MOS capacitor
MOSFETs

Module 2 : Semiconductor Technology

Overview: Basics of Transistor scaling, VLSI Technology, Moore’s Law, ITRS,

CMOS, BiCMOS, BCD and Other technologies, etc.
Cleanroom Basics
Semiconductor Process such as Oxidation, Diffusion, thin film deposition, Ion
Implantation, Lithography, etching.

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 Non-CMOS Processes and other process modules
Process Flow: CMOS process flow & LDMOS process flow and process integration
challenges
Process – Device co-design
Assignments/Lab: Process TCAD Modules

Module 3: Physics and Design of Transistors

The Ideal MOS Capacitor

The Non-Ideal MOS Capacitor
The MOS Capacitor as a Diagnostic Device
The Long Channel MOSFET
The Short Channel MOSFET
Double Gate MOSFET and FinFETs

Module 4 : Microelectronics Lab

Device TCAD and Device Design Basics using TCAD

CMOS Process Technology, Process Development, Integration and Simulation
Semiconductor Device Characterization
Library / PDK Development
Includes recorded lab modules and a visit to MSDLab during 2-day visit to
IISc campus

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Find out why professionals want to join
the programme

"I am interested in Microelectronics and Semiconductor Technologies for its focus

on high-performance microchips used in daily devices. The esteemed course at
IISc will equip me with the necessary skills to contribute to this growing field."
- Fresher from an academic institute of applied science

"I have 15+ years of experience as an Electrical & Instrumentation Specialist. I

now seek academic depth and sophistication, which the PG Level Advanced
Certification Program in Microelectronics and Semiconductor Technologies at IISc
can provide in the field of semiconductors."
- Quality Assurance at a leading semiconductor company

"I have 8+ years of experience in SOC validation and am eager to expand my

knowledge in semiconductors. This comprehensive program will help me gain
more expertise and improve my technical skills/capabilities, allowing me to meet
industry demands and advance in my career."
- Senior Engineer with 7+ years of experience

Note: These are edited versions based on the details submitted by various programme
applicants.

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High Impact Learning

Our programme offers two distinct tracks, each tailored

to meet different needs and goals.

9 months comprehensive
programme

PG Level Advanced Certification

Programme in Microelectronics and
Semiconductor Technologies
5 Days Campus Visit
Hands on Project at MSDLab

6 months
programme

Advanced Certification Programme in

Microelectronics and Semiconductor
Technologies
2 Days Campus Visit
Visit to MSDLab

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Is this programme ideal for me?
Yes, if you are

A tech professional in semiconductor/VLSI domain, or across any

electronics industry, keen to build expertise in design, development,
and integration of micro and nanoelectronics devices and semiconductor
technologies.
An industry professional or Engineering Manager willing to build a
leadership career in the semiconductor industry.

An academician who wants to build practical expertise in semiconductor

technology and enrich their academic and research portfolio.
A fresh graduate willing to build a career in Microelectronics and
semiconductor industry.

Eligibility

Minimum Qualification: B.E./B.Tech Degree (ECE, EEE, EE,

Instrumentation, Nanoscience/Nanotechnology, Material Science,
Material Physics, Material Engineering and Semiconductor) or
M.Sc. in Electronics or Physics.

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 How do I Enrol in this Programme?

It’s a simple 4-step process

Apply for Submit Await Join the

programme details selection programme

*Scanned copies of the education certificate to be submitted within 7 days.

**Selection for the programme will be done by IISc and is strictly based on the education,
work experience, and motivation of the participants.

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What is the return on my investment?

Supercharge your professional

growth
Master the art of designing
and fabricating cutting-edge
semiconductor devices

Innovate electronics and electrical

products that seamlessly integrate
machines, workers, energy, material,
and data

Empower your organization to

lead the semiconductor frontier

Build and foster a team capable

of designing and bringing to life
nano-scale semiconductor devices

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Programme Fee

9 months comprehensive programme

Amount
PG Level Advanced Certification Programme in
Microelectronics and Semiconductor Technologies

Programme Fee : ₹3,00,000

Lab fee : ₹50,000
Flexible EMI Optionss starting at
₹20,978 / Month

6 months programme
Amount
Advanced Certification Programme in
Microelectronics and Semiconductor Technologies

Programme Fee : ₹2,00,000

Lab fee : ₹50,000
Flexible EMI Options starting at
₹18,356 / Month

GST as applicable

Scholarships Available

(i) Application Fee of ₹2,000, and

(ii) Campus visit fee will be based on actuals and to be borne by the participants.
(iii) Fees paid are non-refundable and non-transferable.

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