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Overview

The Virginia Alliance for Semiconductor Technology is excited to partner with you in your career path in the semiconductor industry. This certificate program comprised of 40 hours of synchronous and asynchronous online lectures and up to 60 hours of hands-on, in-person lab training. The 10 modules included in this training are:

  • Semiconductor fabrication cleanroom orientation and safety
  • Metrology
  • Lithography
  • Thin film deposition
  • Eching techniques
  • High-temperature processing
  • Wafer bonding
  • Integrated processes
  • Advanced characterization techniques
  • Post-processing

If the complete course is not an option this semester you may opt to attend the lectures only and schedule labs during another semester. The lectures will provide a comprehensive overview of the principles and processes used in the semiconductor industry.

For additional information please visit https://vast-alliance.org

Agenda/Schedule

Labs

 

Location option 1: George Mason University, Manassas

Lab Option 1: Tuesdays and Thursdays 9am-12 pm

Lab Option 2: Tuesdays and Thursdays 2pm-5pm

Location option 2: Old Dominion University, Norfolk 

Lab Option 1: Tuesdays and Thursdays 9am-12 pm

Lab Option 2: Tuesdays and Thursdays 1pm-4pm

Location option 3: University of Virginia, Charlottesville 

Lab Option 1: Tuesdays and Thursdays 8am-11 pm

Lab Option 2: Tuesdays and Thursdays 1pm-4pm

Location option 4: Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond 

Lab Option 1: Tuesdays and Thursdays 8am-11 am

Lab Option 2: Tuesdays and Thursdays 1pm-4pm

Location option 5: Virginia Tech, Blacksburg   

Lab Option 1: Tuesdays and Thursdays 9am-12 pm

Lab Option 2: Tuesdays and Thursdays 1pm-4pm

 

If these lab hours are not feasible for your schedule, please contact us at info@vast-alliance.org, suggesting a schedule that may work better for you.

Lectures are held online Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:00-8:00 pm and have both synchronous and asynchronous options available.

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Section Title
VAST Semiconductor Chip Fabrication and Nano Characterization Certificate Program
Section Schedule
Date and Time TBA
Location
  • Off Campus
Fee(s)
Fees starting at $100.00
Section Notes

For the most up-to-date information related to this program, please visit: https://vast-alliance.org

Additional Information: Approximately 1 week prior to beginning of instruction you will receive a Canvas link.

Refund and Cancellation Policy: Refund requests must be received 14 calendar days prior to the program start date. A $100 administrative fee will be deducted from all refunds. Requests should be sent by email or by initiating a drop request through the student portal in our online registration system. Please note: refunds will not be issued for no-shows or for cancellations received on or after the program start date. In the unlikely event that this program is cancelled or postponed due to insufficient enrollments or unforeseen circumstances, the university will fully refund registration fees but cannot be held responsible for any other expenses, including cancellation or change charges assessed by airlines, hotels, travel agencies, or other organizations.

Anyone requesting special requirements for this program should contact cpeinfo@vt.edu.

Section Title
UVA2- Cohort 2
Section Schedule
Feb 10, 2025 to Apr 24, 2025
Type
Discussion
Days
M, T
Time
10:00AM to 1:00PM
Dates
Feb 10, 2025 to Apr 21, 2025
Type
Discussion
Days
W, Th
Time
8:00AM to 11:00AM
Dates
Feb 12, 2025 to Apr 24, 2025
Type
Discussion
Days
W, Th
Time
1:00PM to 4:00PM
Dates
Feb 12, 2025 to Apr 24, 2025
Schedule and Location
View Details
Contact Hours
195.0
Location
  • Off Campus
Fee(s)
Cohort 2 Class1 - labs Mon and Tues 10a-1p $4,000.00
Cohort 2 Class1 - labs Wed and Thur 1pm-4pm $4,000.00
Cohort 2 Class1 - labs Wed and Thur 8am-11am $4,000.00
Potential Discount(s)
Section Notes

Lab facility: University of Virginia, Charlottesville

For the most up-to-date information related to this program, please visit: https://vast-alliance.org/

Anyone requesting special requirements for this program should contact cpeinfo@vt.edu.

Section Title
VCU2- Cohort 2
Section Schedule
Feb 10, 2025 to Apr 24, 2025
Type
Discussion
Days
M, T
Time
10:00AM to 1:00PM
Dates
Feb 10, 2025 to Apr 22, 2025
Type
Discussion
Days
W, Th
Time
8:00AM to 11:00AM
Dates
Feb 12, 2025 to Apr 24, 2025
Type
Discussion
Days
W, Th
Time
1:00PM to 4:00PM
Dates
Feb 12, 2025 to Apr 24, 2025
Schedule and Location
View Details
Contact Hours
198.0
Location
  • Off Campus
Fee(s)
Cohort 2 Class1 - labs Mon and Tues 10a-1p $4,000.00
Cohort 2 Class1 - labs Wed and Thur 1pm-4pm $4,000.00
Cohort 2 Class1 - labs Wed and Thur 8am-11am $4,000.00
Potential Discount(s)
Section Notes

Lab facility: Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond

For the most up-to-date information related to this program, please visit: https://vast-alliance.org/

Anyone requesting special requirements for this program should contact cpeinfo@vt.edu.

Section Title
VT2- Cohort 2
Section Schedule
Feb 10, 2025 to Apr 24, 2025
Type
Discussion
Days
M, T
Time
10:00AM to 1:00PM
Dates
Feb 10, 2025 to Apr 22, 2025
Type
Discussion
Days
W, Th
Time
8:00AM to 11:00AM
Dates
Feb 12, 2025
Type
Discussion
Days
W, Th
Time
1:00PM to 4:00PM
Dates
Feb 12, 2025 to Apr 24, 2025
Schedule and Location
View Details
Contact Hours
135.0
Location
  • Virginia Tech - Blacksburg (Main Campus)
Fee(s)
Cohort 2 Class1 - labs Mon and Tues 10a-1p $4,000.00
Cohort 2 Class1 - labs Wed and Thur 1pm-4pm $4,000.00
Cohort 2 Class1 - labs Wed and Thur 8am-11am $4,000.00
Potential Discount(s)
Section Notes

Lab facility: Virginia Tech, Blacksburg

For the most up-to-date information related to this program, please visit: https://vast-alliance.org/

Anyone requesting special requirements for this program should contact cpeinfo@vt.edu.

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