Department of Multidisciplinary Engineering

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M.Tech (2 years)

A well – balanced, industry driven and research aligned curriculum that ensures integrating theory with real-world applications. Holistic pedagogy and emphasis on development of additional technical skills helps students to head start their career in core industries.

PG Diploma – 1 year of study in the MTech program followed by an exit of 10 credit bridge courses lasting two months, including a 7-credit job-specific internship/apprenticeship and 3 credit skill based courses that would help the graduates acquire job ready competencies required to enter the workforce.

ABOUT THE PROGRAMME
M.Tech in Semiconductor Technology (2 years) is a crucial program in the field of electronics engineering. Semiconductor technology is the backbone of modern electronics, and this program is designed to equip students with the latest knowledge and skills required to excel in this rapidly evolving industry. At The NorthCap University Gurugram, we ensure that our curriculum is constantly updated to meet the demands of the semiconductor industry, providing our students with excellent career prospects.

The program covers essential subjects such as Semiconductor Device Physics, VLSI Design, Semiconductor Fabrication Techniques, Advanced Semiconductor Materials, Semiconductor Device Characterization, Semiconductor Assembly & Testing and Semiconductor Packaging. These courses provide students with a deep understanding of semiconductor devices and processes, enabling them to contribute to the design, fabrication, and optimization of cutting-edge electronic devices. The curriculum also includes practical training in semiconductor fabrication facilities and research projects in collaboration with industry partners, enhancing students’ hands-on experience and industry readiness.

Market Trends of Semiconductor Technology:

• Rapid Adoption of Advanced Manufacturing Technologies: The semiconductor industry is witnessing a rapid adoption of advanced manufacturing technologies such as Extreme Ultraviolet Lithography (EUV) and 3D Integrated Circuits (ICs). 
• Emergence of AI and Machine Learning in Semiconductor Design: AI and machine learning algorithms are increasingly being employed in semiconductor design and optimization processes. 
• Energy Efficiency and Sustainability: Emphasis on energy-efficient devices and eco-friendly manufacturing processes, such as low-power transistors and renewable energy-powered fabs, addresses environmental concerns.
• Integration of Semiconductor Technology with Emerging Fields: The convergence of semiconductor technology with IoT, AR, and Quantum Computing fosters new applications and drives advancements across various sectors.

In summary, M.Tech in Semiconductor Technology offers students a comprehensive understanding of semiconductor devices, fabrication techniques, and emerging trends in the semiconductor industry. Graduates of this program are well-equipped to pursue rewarding careers in semiconductor companies, research institutions, and technology startups, contributing to the continuous innovation and advancement of semiconductor technology.

UNIQUE SELLING POINTS:

Industry-Ready Curriculum: Learn cutting-edge semiconductor technologies, preparing students for careers in core industries such as Telecommunication, IT, Mobile Communication (3G, 4G, 5G), Internet Technologies, and Navigation Systems.

State-of-the-Art Laboratories: Access to advanced labs for hands-on experience in Semiconductor Fabrication, Device Characterization, and VLSI Design, fostering a strong research environment.

Industry-Standard Software: Training with industry-standard tools such as Cadence and Xilinx for comprehensive experience in front-end and back-end VLSI processes, leading to placements in top VLSI companies.

Updated and Aligned Curriculum: Regularly updated curriculum aligned with industry needs and inputs from industry experts.

Experienced Faculty: Highly qualified and experienced faculty with a strong focus on research.

Flexible Teaching Pedagogy: A blend of classroom teaching, lab sessions, webinars, MOOCs, and blended learning.

Holistic Pedagogy: Emphasis on project-based experiential learning and courses on emerging technologies like IoT and Cloud Computing. Includes interdisciplinary open electives and industry-oriented, socially relevant dissertation projects.

Teaching Assistantship: GATE qualified students receive teaching assistantships as per government rules.

Excellent Placements: Consistently high placement rates with attractive packages in reputed Indian and multinational companies over the past 12 years.

Strong Industry-Academia Interaction: Engagement through industry-associated research projects, industrial visits, expert lectures, workshops, and conferences.

 Career Options

• Semiconductor Process Engineer
• IC Design Engineer
• Verification Engineer
• Product Engineer
• Device Engineer
• Test Engineer
• Packaging Engineer
• Reliability Engineer
• Field Application Engineer
• Application Engineer
• Process Integration Engineer
• EDA Tools Developer
• Yield Engineer
• Failure Analysis Engineer
• Marketing and Sales Engineer
• Materials Scientist
• Photolithography Engineer And Many More…

Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs)

PEO1: To provide quality education in Electronics & communication engineering for making the students competent to enter into the industry as well as in the field of Research.

PEO2: To develop an ability to analyze the problem, understand the technical requirements, design and deliver engineering solutions and create effective product designs.

PEO3: To inculcate soft skills along with hard skills in our students to help them grow professionally in this digital world.

PEO4: To imbibe high standards of ethical and professional conduct, positive attitude, team spirit, and societal responsibilities.

PEO5: To equip our students to effectively communicate technical and non-technical information in speech, presentation, and in writing.

Programme Outcomes (POs)

• Scholarship of Knowledge 

Acquire in-depth knowledge of specific discipline or professional area, including wider and global perspective, with an ability to discriminate, evaluate, analyze and synthesize existing and new knowledge, and integration of the same for enhancement of knowledge.

• Critical Thinking 

Analyze complex engineering problems critically, apply independent judgment for synthesizing information to make intellectual and/or creative advances for conducting research in a wider theoretical, practical and policy context.

• Problem Solving

Think laterally and originally, conceptualize and solve engineering problems, evaluate a wide range of potential solutions for those problems and arrive at feasible, optimal solutions after considering public health and safety, cultural, societal and environmental factors in the core areas of expertise. 

• Research Skill 

Extract information pertinent to unfamiliar problems through literature survey and experiments, apply appropriate research methodologies, techniques and tools, design, conduct experiments, analyze and interpret data, demonstrate higher order skill and view things in a broader perspective, contribute individually/in group(s) to the development of scientific/technological knowledge in one or more domains of engineering. 

• Usage of modern tools 

Create, select, learn and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools, including prediction and modeling, to complex engineering activities with an understanding of the limitations. 

• Collaborative and Multidisciplinary work 

Possess knowledge and understanding of group dynamics, recognise opportunities and contribute positively to collaborative-multidisciplinary scientific research, demonstrate a capacity for self-management and teamwork, decision-making based on open-mindedness, objectivity and rational analysis in order to achieve common goals and further the learning of themselves as well as others. 

• Project Management and Finance 

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of engineering and management principles and apply the same to one’s own work, as a member and leader in a team, manage projects efficiently in respective disciplines and multidisciplinary environments after consideration of economical and financial factors. 

• Communication 

Communicate with the engineering community, and with society at large, regarding complex engineering activities confidently and effectively, such as, being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation by adhering to appropriate standards, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions. 

• Life-long Learning 

Recognise the need for, and have the preparation and ability to engage in life-long learning independently, with a high level of enthusiasm and commitment to improve knowledge and competence continuously. 

• Ethical Practices and Social Responsibility 

Acquire professional and intellectual integrity, professional code of conduct, ethics of research and scholarship, consideration of the impact of research outcomes on professional practices and an understanding of responsibility to contribute to the community for sustainable development of society. 

• Independent and Reflective Learning 

Observe and examine critically the outcomes of one’s actions and make corrective measures subsequently, and learn from mistakes without depending on external feedback.

Programme Specific Outcomes

1. Enable students to gain deep knowledge in the specialization of Semiconductor Technology, IoT, and 5G, and to solve complex problems in the field of Electronics and Communication.
2. Enable students to carry out research work in emerging technologies and pursue careers in MNCs, private or public sector, or becoming entrepreneurs.

M.Tech Scheme 2023-2024

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