Services
03/01/2001
Semiconductor technology seminar
The ABCs of Semiconductor Fabrication is a two-day seminar that provides an overview of the major fabrication processes for integrated devices (bipolar and MOS technology). Topics will include introduction to fabrication; oxidation of silicon; photolithography; diffusion; ion implantation; epitaxial deposition; CVD of amorphous layers; metallization methods and applications; and an overview of etching technologies. The seminar is designed for nontechnical individuals including customer/sales associates, marketing and product line reps, patent attorneys, supervisors, and managers. Instructor: Mark S. Lancaster, process engineer, Agilent Technologies. Date: April 9-10, 2001. Place: Boston, MA. Fee: $895. University of California Berkeley Extension, Berkeley, CA 94720; ph 510/642-4151, fax 510/642-6027, e-mail [email protected], www.unex.berkeley.edu/eng.
Air cleanliness technical guides
This series of four technical guides provides additional information on specific topics covered by ISO Standards 14644-1 and 14644-2 for cleanrooms. Counting Airborne Particles for Classification and Monitoring of Cleanrooms and Clean Zones (IEST-G-CC1001) covers methods of air sampling in clean environments using a discrete particle counter. Determination of the Concentration of Airborne Ultrafine Particles (IEST-G-CC1002) describes the apparatus and procedures necessary for determining the U descriptor, the specified concentration of ultrafine particles expressed in terms of ultrafine particles/m3. Measurement of Airborne Macroparticles (IEST-G-CC1003) explores air cleanliness in terms of the M descriptor, the numerical value of the concentration of macroparticles/m3. Sequential Sampling Plan for Use in Classification of the Particulate Cleanliness of Air in Cleanrooms and Clean Zones (IEST-G-CC1004) expands the coverage of sequential sampling introduced in ISO Standard 14644-1. Guides may be purchased separately, as a set, or along with ISO Standards. Institute of Environmental Sciences and Technology, Mount Prospect, IL; ph 847/255-1561, fax 847/255-1699, e-mail [email protected], www.iest.org.
System designers resource guide
This database contains more than 286 design houses, IP providers, and software tool providers searchable by product and service type, company name, city, state, zip, or country, for information on intellectual property, systems on a chip, or engineering design automation. Hyperlinks are provided for direct access to company web sites; a searchable glossary of industry-specific terms and descriptions is also included. The System Designers Resource Guide can be ordered as an electronic e-mail attachment ($250) or as a CD-ROM ($275). Integrated Circuit Engineering, Scottsdale, AZ; ph 480/515-9780, fax 480/515-9781, e-mail ice@ ice-corp.com, www.ice-corp.com.
On-line photolithography forum
This on-line discussion forum aimed at the optical community provides points of contact, expert opinions, and a communication channel for lithography or maskmaking research, development, engineering, and applications. The site is open to anyone, and discussion topics, news items, or questions are welcome. To post a message, the user needs to create an account; options allow subscribers to be notified by e-mail of the activity in the forum. SPIE, Bellingham, WA; ph 360/676-3290, fax 360/647-1445, e-mail [email protected], www.spie.org/app/forums/tech/.
Professional training courses
The Schlumberger Advanced Business Engineer Resources (SABER) Technology Institute has expanded its classes to include new topics, including design for FIBability, semiconductor processing technology, and failure analysis. SABER's test methodology courses, interactive lectures, and product certification programs also cover design for testability; controlling junction temperature for high-performance devices; SOC test technology; mixed signal, digital, and memory test; and critical programming, operations, and maintenance skill sets. Instruction is offered at major semiconductor centers worldwide as well as at customer sites. A full class schedule and on-line registration is available at www.slb.com/ate/sti. Schlumberger Test & Transactions, San Jose, CA; ph 408/586-6474, www.slb.com/ate/sti.
Semiconductor processing courses
A number of semiconductor processing courses are being offered by the Texas Engineering Extension Service of Texas A & M University. Besides a general overview of semiconductor processing, courses include overviews of metallization; CMP; basic vacuum technology; ion implantation; oxidation/diffusion; photolithography; microcontamination; CVD; IC assembly and packaging; and wet/dry etch. Seminars are also available onsite. Price: $299/student/day. TEEX, College Station, TX; ph 800/541-7149, e-mail [email protected], www.teex.com/tedd.
Semiconductor handbook
The Handbook of Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology describes the individual processes and manufacturing control, support, and infrastructure technologies of silicon-based IC manufacturing, many of which are also applicable to building devices on other semiconductor substrates. Specifically, the guide analyzes dopant diffusion, oxidation, and silicidation; compares chemical and physical vapor deposition; considers alternate interlevel and polyimide dielectrics; explains optical, x-ray, and electron beam lithography; presents in-line and in situ metrology; describes wafer fabrication facilities, logistics, and automated material handling; and illustrates electrical, chemical, and physical characterization. ISBN 0-8247-8783-8. Price: $195. Marcel Dekker Inc., Monticello, NY; ph 800/228-1160, fax 845/796-1772, e-mail [email protected], www.dekker.com.