Introduction
In a monumental stride towards bolstering India’s semiconductor industry, Lam Research and the Centre for Nano Science and Engineering (CeNSE) at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) have joined forces to introduce an innovative course in semiconductor fabrication technology.
This collaborative initiative is a direct outcome of the commitments made during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the United States, where Lam Research pledged to train 60,000 students and professionals in India to contribute to the Indian Semiconductor Mission.
This visionary project aims to establish India as a key player in the global semiconductor landscape. Let’s delve into the details of this groundbreaking endeavor.
Course Announcement and Launch
The official announcement of the semiconductor fabrication technology course took place at SemiconIndia 2023, held in Gandhinagar.
The event was graced by the presence of Shree Rajeev Chandrasekhar, the Union Minister of State for Entrepreneurship, Skill Development, Electronics & Technology, underscoring the significance of the initiative.
The collaboration between Lam Research and CeNSE, IISc, signifies a crucial step in the realization of India’s semiconductor ambitions.
Read more: Semicon India 2023: What all happened?
Course Objectives and Scope
The course aims to provide advanced training in semiconductor process integration, catering to both BTech and MTech students.
Leveraging the state-of-the-art Coventor® SEMulator3D platform, the program offers a “near-hands-on” learning experience.
The ultimate goal is to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to contribute effectively to the Indian Semiconductor Mission.
Initially launched as a pilot program at CeNSE, IISc, the course will soon extend its reach to other educational institutions across India.
Curriculum Highlights
The curriculum of the course is designed to cover the entire spectrum of semiconductor fabrication technology, focusing on the 14 nm logic technology.
Through a series of 12 assignments, students will dive into various critical aspects of semiconductor manufacturing, including shallow trench isolation, the replacement metal gate, and the Damascene process.
The program also delves into the effects of topology, particle contamination, and other processing challenges that impact scaling.
Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of how these challenges influence the semiconductor industry and will also be introduced to root cause analysis techniques.
2 faculty members being trained
One of the most ambitious aspects of this collaboration is the plan to scale the program to reach a staggering 60,000 students.
Lam Research and CeNSE, IISc, are actively seeking partners to help achieve this monumental goal.
The strategy involves training up to two faculty members from willing educational institutions, enabling them to integrate the course into their BTech and MTech curricula.
The objective is to train around 20 faculty members from 10 institutions every semester, eventually partnering with approximately 140 institutions over the next decade.
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Conclusion
The partnership between Lam Research and CeNSE, IISc, represents a visionary step towards strengthening India’s semiconductor ecosystem.
By bridging the gap between industry and academia, this collaborative course will equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to drive innovation and growth in the semiconductor sector.
With a focus on hands-on training, advanced curriculum, and ambitious scalability plans, this initiative is poised to contribute significantly to the Indian Semiconductor Mission, propelling India into a leading position on the global semiconductor stage.
