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Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology

Prepare for a Career in Semiconductor Manufacturing with Practical, Hands-On Training

Program Overview

The Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology Basic Technical Certificate (BTC) program at College of Western Idaho (CWI) provides specialized training designed to meet the growing demand for skilled professionals in the semiconductor industry. You will gain practical experience in quality control, statistical processing, and semiconductor nanofabrication, preparing you for an entry-level role as a lab or manufacturing technician. By partnering with local industry leaders such as Micron, CWI offers students real-world learning opportunities and connections that lead to success.

As a part of CWI’s commitment to providing flexible, affordable education, this program offers a pathway for students aiming to earn a four-year degree or pursue advanced studies. Courses within the BTC can be applied toward CWI’s STEM Associate of Science degree, giving you the foundation to seamlessly transfer to a university. With high-quality instruction and adaptable course options, you can build a strong academic and career pathway while gaining skills that are in demand today and essential for tomorrow.

Degree or Certificate Type

Basic Technical Certificate

Time to Complete

1 year

Primary Location

Nampa Campus

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Learning Opportunities

Master Semiconductor Processes: Learn to apply theoretical and hands-on skills to semiconductor nanofabrication and manufacturing systems.
Develop Problem-Solving Expertise: Build critical thinking abilities to tackle complex technical challenges in a fast-paced industry.
Enhance Technical Communication: Strengthen your communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration in technical environments.
Gain Real-World Insight: Benefit from CWI’s partnerships with local semiconductor manufacturers to understand industry needs and expectations.
Lay the Foundation for Advancement: Earn a BTC that aligns with CWI’s STEM Associate of Science degree for a seamless transfer to four-year programs.

Partnership

As the core education partner with Micron Technology, Inc. (Micron), CWI is excited to lead efforts in delivering top-level education and skills training to students in support of the company's recently announced $15 billion expansion in Boise.

Gain relevant industry experience while having your education costs covered through Micron's Registered Apprenticeship Program.

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Career Opportunities

Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Apply electrical and electronic theory and related knowledge, usually under the direction of engineering staff, to design, build, repair, adjust, and modify electrical components, circuitry, controls, and machinery for subsequent evaluation and use by engineering staff in making engineering design decisions.
74
Annual Openings*
^$29.12
Hourly Median Wage*
^$60,570
Annual Median Salary
2.2^%
Growth (2021 – 2031)*
Semiconductor Processing Technicians
Perform any or all of the following functions in the manufacture of electronic semiconductors: load semiconductor material into furnace; saw formed ingots into segments; load individual segment into crystal growing chamber and monitor controls; locate crystal axis in ingot using x-ray equipment and saw ingots into wafers; and clean, polish, and load wafers into series of special purpose furnaces, chemical baths, and equipment used to form circuitry and change conductive properties.
50
Annual Openings*
^$16.53
Hourly Median Wage*
^$34,382
Annual Median Salary
-15.59^%
Growth (2021 – 2031)*

*Data sourced from Lightcast™ (2023), a global leader in labor market analytics, and limited to the state of Idaho. Contact CWI Institutional Research for questions regarding this data. Career pathways may require further education beyond CWI.

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