School of Semiconductor System Engineering

The School of Semiconductor System Engineering was established in 2024 with the aim of fostering top-tier talent in the semiconductor industry. Built upon the foundation of cutting-edge technology in the field of electrical and electronic engineering, the department leads the advancement of the semiconductor industry, covering semiconductor design, components, processes, equipment, and packaging. Our goal is to cultivate exceptional semiconductor professionals who can actively meet the technological demands of the semiconductor industry through tailored education and training. From its inception, the School of Semiconductor System Engineering has been dedicated to providing a comprehensive curriculum rooted in fundamental science and engineering knowledge, as well as fostering creativity and problem-solving skills. We strive for innovation in education through practical, industry-focused learning experiences, including internships and on-site training, tailored to the needs of the semiconductor industry. With a diverse faculty boasting outstanding research achievements and extensive industry experience in various semiconductor fields, we aim to nurture experts in advanced semiconductor technologies through lectures and hands-on training. Our vision is to become the hub for cultivating Korea's leading talent in the semiconductor industry.

Location : Rm.317, Bima Hall

Tel : 82-2-940-5281

Fax : 02-940-8174

Website : https://semicon.kw.ac.kr/

Course Descriptions

Introduction to Semiconductor Engineering

This course is designed to help students who are new to semiconductor engineering gain a fundamental understanding. After examining semiconductors and the history of semiconductor technology in South Korea, the course covers what semiconductors are, the principles of n-type and p-type semiconductors, and then moves on to study the basic operation principles of p-n diodes and MOSFETs. Students also briefly study memory semiconductors, system semiconductors, and the eight major processes of semiconductor manufacturing. Finally, students learn about the division of labor and ecosystem of the semiconductor industry.

Electromagnetics

This course covers the basic concepts of electromagnetics based on electrostatics and provides mathematical and conceptual explanations of electromagnetic fields in vacuum and materials. Building upon understanding electrostatic fields, the course covers time-dependent electromagnetic fields, enabling students to understand basic concepts of electromagnetics, electromagnetic waves, propagation and scattering of waves in vacuum, dielectrics, and conductors.

Circuit Theory

This course covers the definition and basic operations and principles of passive components RLC and op-amps. Students learn how circuits composed of RLC and op-amps operate and study analysis methods.

Digital Logic Circuits

Digital logic circuits cover the design and theory of implementing complex digital systems using logic circuits that implement mathematical logic expressions. Both textbooks and lecture notes are in English, and key terminology is used in English.

Physics of Electronics

This course covers the basic concepts and methods for understanding the electrical characteristics of semiconductor devices used in modern electronic devices. It discusses the properties and basic concepts of materials used in semiconductor devices and covers the history, basic concepts, and results of quantum mechanics.

Basic Analog Experiment

Through basic experiments on analog circuits, students aim to understand the operation and basic principles of basic analog circuits and master the use of various experimental equipment and measurement instruments. Students learn and implement circuits involving voltage-current measurements, resistance, Ohm's law, RC and RL series circuits, parallel circuits, and RLC resonance circuits.

Signals and Systems

This course covers the representation of signals and the characteristics of systems in continuous and discrete time based on time delay and frequency response. The application areas of this course range from circuit implementation to computer algorithms and artificial intelligence.

Electronic Circuits 1

This course teaches the operating principles of essential semiconductor components that constitute electronic circuits, such as diodes and transistors (MOSFET, BJT), and how to interpret and design electronic circuits using these components, such as switches and amplifiers. Additionally, students learn about commonly used operational amplifiers.

HDL Design

Using the hardware description language (HDL) Verilog, this course implements digital circuits. Students learn Verilog syntax and the process of implementing digital logic circuits, including simulation and verification using electronic design automation (EDA) software tools.

Semiconductor Device Physics

This course covers the electrical characteristics of various semiconductor devices used in modern electronic devices, based on an understanding of their operation principles. It discusses the electrical characteristics of various semiconductor devices such as Diodes, Field-Effect Transistors, Bipolar Junction Transistors, and Optoelectronic Devices.

Basic Digital Experiment

By experimenting with logic gates, Boolean laws and De Morgan's theorem, simplifying logic circuits, and experimenting with adders and comparators, students acquire basic knowledge of electrical circuits and digital circuits and learn application skills. They also study sequential logic circuits such as flip-flops (D, J-K), multivibrators, synchronous and asynchronous counters, Moor/Mealy FSM, and sequential circuits using FPGA.

Semiconductor Device Fabrication Experiment 1

In this course, students directly participate in semiconductor processes for semiconductor device fabrication. They perform processes such as deposition, photolithography, metal processing, etching, etc., to manufacture semiconductor devices and evaluate their electrical characteristics.

RF and Microwave Engineering

This course studies the transmission and scattering characteristics of plane waves based on Maxwell's equations and the principles of electronic wave propagation (Far Field and Near Field) and media. It also studies the types of transmission lines, their characteristics, and the utilization of Smith Chart and matching methods for impedance matching. Additionally, it explores the application of microwave power in various industries.

Digital Integrated Circuit Design

This course studies the design methodology for implementing very large scale integrated circuits (VLSI) and performs it using commercial electronic design automation (EDA) software tools. It covers various design activities required for chip implementation, from logic synthesis, design for testability (DFT), timing analysis, to power analysis.

Semiconductor Measurement and Analysis

This course introduces various devices and analysis tools necessary for evaluating the characteristics of semiconductor devices and integrated circuits, and students learn how to understand and utilize these tools for measurements and analysis.

Semiconductor Device Design Practice

In this course, students study methods for designing semiconductor devices and circuits. After learning about tools for designing integrated circuits used in electronic products, students design semiconductor devices and circuits.

Capstone Comprehensive Design 1

This course is a comprehensive design course for undergraduate students, where individual or group assignments are carried out. All aspects of the assignment, including the topic, scope, and progress plan, are determined through consultation with the instructor. Evaluation criteria include alignment with the major, difficulty of the assignment, and teamwork and diligence in performing the assignment.

Introduction to Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

This course studies machine learning theory, which involves training computers through large amounts of data to achieve desired behaviors, using various optimal machine learning techniques. By implementing algorithms based on learned machine learning theory, students develop design skills, enabling them to apply machine learning to solve new problems they may face in the future.

Semiconductor Engineering Colloquium

This course introduces the latest technologies applying semiconductor engineering and expands students' horizons on recent developments through seminars with invited experts from related industries and academia.

Computer Architecture

This course introduces the basic structure of computer systems using a simple RISC (reduced instruction set computer) processor. It covers various microprocessor architectures such as single-cycle processor, multi-cycle processor, and pipelined processor. Additionally, it covers memory and peripheral devices that constitute computing systems.

Communication Theory

This course covers the core theory of electronic communication, including an overview of communication systems, representation of baseband signals, amplitude modulation, angle modulation, noise analysis of communication systems, and system performance analysis in noisy environments.

Electronic Circuits 2

Students understand the principles of analog amplifiers implemented with transistors and the circuit design methods and operating principles for biasing such circuits. They also understand the time/frequency response of the designed circuits, various topology characteristics, and operations.

Semiconductor Manufacturing Process and Equipment Technology

This course covers post-processing and packaging processes in semiconductor manufacturing. It explores current research and development in the semiconductor industry, including advanced process technology and applications.

Capstone Comprehensive Design 2

Similar to Capstone Comprehensive Design 1, this course involves individual or group assignments, with all aspects of the assignment determined through consultation with the instructor. Evaluation criteria include alignment with the major, difficulty of the assignment, and teamwork and diligence in performing the assignment.

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