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What This Micro-credential Can Do for You
INDUSTRY CREDENTIAL – Earn an industry-aligned micro-credential and digital badge that signals foundational semiconductor knowledge and cleanroom exposure. Adding this credential to your resume or LinkedIn profile demonstrates relevant technical experience whether you are exploring STEM pathways, building specialized skills, or upskilling in semiconductor and advanced manufacturing technologies.
Noyce Scholarship Application
PLEASE NOTE: This information is provided for historical purposes only. The Noyce Scholars Program is no longer accepting applications. For more information, please contact Sherry Ernsberger: sernsber@kent.edu or 330-672-2580.
Value-Added Data 2023
File Summary:
This document contains value-added data for 5XÉçÇø’s educator preparation programs for the 2022–2023 academic year, compiled from the Ohio Educator Preparation Performance Reports. The tables present student growth results by grade level and subject area, including English, mathematics, social studies and science. Scores indicate whether students taught by program graduates demonstrated more, less or expected academic growth compared with statewide expectations.
Why This Micro-credential Matters
Semiconductor technology powers the devices and systems that shape modern life. From artificial intelligence and computing to advanced manufacturing and emerging technologies, semiconductor innovation continues to drive technological progress.
This micro-credential provides an accessible entry point into semiconductor manufacturing while introducing learners to the processes and environments used to build modern microchips.
Step-by-Step: What You’ll Explore Each Week
The micro-credential is delivered over 7 weeks and combines virtual instruction with hands-on cleanroom experiences.
Week 1 — Semiconductor Industry & Sand to Silicon
Explore how semiconductor materials are produced and how chips power modern technology.
Week 2 — Semiconductor Fundamentals
Learn key concepts including semiconductor materials, doping, and basic device structures.
Week 3 — Wafer Processing & Cleanroom Orientation
Understand wafer preparation and participate in a cleanroom orientation session.
Hands-On Cleanroom Experience
This micro-credential includes guided cleanroom learning experiences designed to connect course concepts to semiconductor fabrication environments.
Cleanroom Orientation
Participants are introduced to cleanroom protocols and wafer preparation practices, including:
- gowning procedures
- contamination control practices
- wafer handling techniques
- wafer cleaving
- wafer cleaning
Semiconductor Fabrication Experience
Participants are guided through the fabrication processes such as: