Credential(s) Offered
Associate's degree
Method of Delivery
In Person
When offered
Daytime Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
Semiconductor technology is one of the most important and fastest-growing fields in the world. Every device that contains a computer chip will, by necessity, contain semiconductors. Being able to manufacture semiconductor chips is one of the issues at the forefront of technology, and Idaho State University is taking the initiative to equip students with the skills and background to enter this exciting field!
Currently, an overwhelming majority of semiconductor chips are manufactured overseas. With the passing of the CHIPs and Scient Act of 2022, the U.S. is investing heavily in bringing that manufacturing home, both for economic and national security reasons. The CHIPs Act allocated $52.7 billion to fund semiconductor research and development, and to expand domestic manufacturing.
In the Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology (SMT) program, students will learn the skills required to work in many facets of the semiconductor manufacturing industry as technicians. Students will gain the competencies to calibrate and maintain production equipment, run the chip production processes, work in quality assurance and quality control, and test chips to ensure their capabilities meet specifications. Additionally, they will gain an understanding of the underlying scientific and engineering principles that support the manufacturing process, giving them robust employment opportunities after graduation.
ISU’s program places a heavy emphasis on connecting students with potential employers throughout the industry. This ensures that students are learning skills that are being used in industry at this moment, and assists in job placement for graduates. Graduates will be equipped to work in numerous industries that manufacture or directly support this exponentially growing industry!
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
64
Hours
69
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
Pocatello
Local WIB
40 - REG-1 WIB 1-5
Type of Attainment:
Associate
Name of Credential
Associate of Applied Science
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
Federal Financial Aid, Scholarships, etc.
Refund Policy
50% Refund: 16-week classes for the next (5) five days (third week) of University classes and 8-week classes for the next (5) days (second week) of University classes. No Refund: 16-week classes withdrawn after the third week of classes.
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
Yes
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Graduation Fees
$20.00
In-State Tuition
$17,220.00 Full Time Resident Tuition and Mandatory Consolidated fees
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$55,440.00 Full Time Resident Tuition, Consolidated fees and a Non-Resident Fee
Registration Fee
$50.00 ISU application fee
Total In-State Program Cost
$17,290.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$55,510.00
