This subject covers comprehensive testing methodologies and characterization techniques for semiconductor devices and circuits. Students learn about electrical testing, failure analysis, reliability assessment, and quality control methods used throughout the semiconductor development and manufacturing process.
Students will master various electrical and physical characterization techniques, develop expertise in automated test equipment and measurement systems, implement effective failure analysis and debug methodologies, understand reliability testing and qualification procedures, design test structures and monitoring circuits, and demonstrate proficiency with industry-standard test and measurement tools.
Study of S-parameter measurements, network analyzers, on-wafer RF testing, and millimeter-wave characterization.
Study of I-V measurements, C-V analysis, parameter extraction techniques, and basic device characterization methods.
Comprehensive study of ATE architecture, test program development, pattern generation, and production test optimization.
Study of probe card design, wafer probing techniques, parametric testing, and wafer-level reliability screening.
Study of package test considerations, thermal testing, high-speed testing, and quality assurance procedures.
Study of physical failure analysis, electrical fault isolation, microscopy techniques, and chemical analysis methods.
Study of temperature cycling, humidity testing, electrostatic discharge testing, and reliability prediction models.
Study of control charts, capability analysis, defect density modeling, and yield improvement strategies.
Study of process control monitors, test structure layout, electrical rule checking, and process variation analysis.
Study of high-current testing, thermal resistance measurement, safe operating area testing, and power cycling.
Study of ADC/DAC testing, analog parameter measurement, noise characterization, and linearity testing.
Study of memory BIST, logic BIST, analog BIST, and design for testability principles.
Study of quantum device characterization, single-photon detection, cryogenic testing, and novel measurement techniques.