Foundry@NCSU
Goals
To develop semiconductor devices for electronic, optoelectronic and sensing applications. Members will gain experience with the entire development cycle, including design, modeling, fabrication and characterization.
Issues Involved or Addressed
NC State is a world leader in wide bandgap semiconductors for electronics and optoelectronics. These materials represent the next frontier after silicon technology, offering the opportunity to improve power and telecommunications systems, among others. Early efforts will be devoted to the development of gallium nitride (GaN) technology. The team will optimize a process for GaN transistors, which will initially be used for teaching purposes on campus. This will involve understanding the impact of individual processing steps by tying design and fabrication choices to device performance. Members will gain valuable and tangible skills that will prepare them to join the workforce or pursue advanced degrees in the general areas of semiconductors and electronics. We welcome students from diverse backgrounds, and strongly encourage peer-to-peer instruction and interaction.
Methods and Technologies
Device modeling • Electrical characterization • Materials characterization • Microscopy • Thin film depositionAcademic Majors of Interest
Chemical Engineering • Computer Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Material Science Engineering • Mechanical Engineering • PhysicsPreferred Interests
Semiconductor materials and device design, fabrication/manufacturing and characterization. Laboratory and/or cleanroom experience are helpful but not required. Students will be expected to participate on this VIP team over several semesters, so they will have time to gain knowledge as they go. Motivation and interest are most important.
Meeting Schedule and Location
Wednesdays 11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
Monteith Engineering Research Center, Room 420
How to Join
Please complete both of the following steps:
Sign up using this Google form.
Sign up for ECE 298-001, 398-001, or 498-001.