Department of Multidisciplinary Engineering

About

The B.Tech in Semiconductor Design & Technology is an undergraduate program designed to meet the growing demands of the semiconductor industry. This innovative program combines core principles of semiconductor technology with specialized training in materials, device design, fabrication, packaging, and testing. With a strong emphasis on practical exposure and industry relevance, the program offers students hands-on experience through laboratory work, internships, and collaborations with industry leaders.

Key Features of the Program

• Comprehensive Curriculum: The coursework spans a broad range of topics, including semiconductor materials, fabrication techniques, advanced device modelling, and testing processes.
• Practical Training: Students gain hands-on expertise through specialized labs, real-world projects, and industry-aligned internships.
• Industry Relevance: Collaboration with semiconductor firms ensures that students are well-versed in current technologies and practices.

Strategic Alignment with National Goals

The program supports India’s vision to become a global semiconductor hub, aligning with key initiatives such as the Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) schemes and the India Semiconductor Mission. It addresses the rising demand for skilled professionals in semiconductor fabrication and design, preparing graduates for pivotal roles in IC design, packaging, quality assurance, and system integration.

Addressing Industry Needs

• Growing Market Potential: With the global semiconductor market forecasted to grow from $600 billion in 2021 to $1 trillion by 2030 (McKinsey), and India’s focus on establishing new fabs, the demand for skilled professionals in this sector is surging.
• Job Opportunities: The industry is expected to generate millions of high-paying jobs in areas such as design, manufacturing, supply chain management, materials engineering, and testing. This positions graduates to excel in a booming field.

Bridging the Skills Gap

Amidst a critical shortfall of qualified professionals, the program equips students to become leaders in this transformative sector. By blending rigorous academics with industry-focused training, it ensures graduates are ready to contribute to technological innovation, national growth, and global competitiveness.

This program offers a promising pathway for students aspiring to make a mark in one of the most dynamic and impactful industries of the 21st century.

Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs)

1. To provide a deep understanding of Semiconductor Design & Technology principles, fostering a foundation for lifelong learning and enabling students to pursue successful careers in the semiconductor industry or advanced academic endeavors.
2. To equip students with the technical expertise and analytical skills required to develop innovative solutions for complex challenges in semiconductor design, fabrication, and testing, utilizing both established and emerging technologies.
3. To cultivate strong communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills, along with leadership abilities, empowering students to thrive in professional roles within the electronics and semiconductor sectors.
4. To sensitize students to contemporary issues in semiconductor technology, instilling a strong sense of ethical responsibility and a commitment to contributing positively to their peers, society, and the nation.

Programme Outcomes (POs)

Engineering Graduates will be able to:

• Engineering knowledge: Apply the knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals, and an engineering specialization to the solution of complex engineering problems.
• Problem analysis: Identify, formulate, review research literature, and analyse complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural and engineering sciences.
• Design/development of solutions: Design solutions for complex engineering problems and design system components or processes that meet a specific requirement with appropriate consideration for the public health and safety and the cultural, societal, and environmental considerations.
• Conduct investigations for the complex problems: Use research-based knowledge and research methods including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data and synthesis of the information to provide valid conclusions.
• Modern tool usage: Create, select, 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.
• The engineer and society: Apply reasoning informed by the contextual knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues, and the consequent responsibilities relevant to the professional engineering practice.
• Environment and sustainability: Understand the impact of the professional engineering solutions in societal and environmental contexts and demonstrate the knowledge of and need for sustainable development.
• Professional Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of the engineering practice.
• Individual and teamwork: Function effectively as an individual and as a member or leader in diverse teams and in multidisciplinary settings.
• Communication: Communicate effectively on complex engineering activities with the engineering community and with the society at large, such as, being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, making effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions.
• Project management and finance: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the engineering and management principles and apply these to one’s own work being a member and leader in a team, to manage projects and in multidisciplinary environments.
• Life-long learning: Recognize the need for and have the preparation and ability to engage in independent and life-long learning in the broad context of technological change.

Programme Specific Outcomes

PSO 1: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the principles of Semiconductor Design & Technology, including semiconductor materials, device fabrication, integrated circuits, semiconductor packaging, VLSI design, and nanoelectronics, fostering expertise in these specialized areas.

PSO 2: Develop the ability to design and integrate hardware and software systems for semiconductor applications such as microelectronics, IoT devices, and advanced manufacturing processes. Foster a commitment to lifelong learning to create innovative, practical engineering solutions that address technological and societal challenges.

PSO 3: Prepare for distinguished national and international careers, advanced education, and entrepreneurial endeavors, becoming responsible professionals dedicated to driving innovation and sustainable growth in the global semiconductor industry.