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  Course Description
Course Name : Microelectronics Technology I

Course Code : FK-627

Course Type : Optional

Level of Course : Second Cycle

Year of Study : 1

Course Semester : Fall (16 Weeks)

ECTS : 6

Name of Lecturer(s) : Prof.Dr. HAMİDE KAVAK

Learning Outcomes of the Course : Learns the basics about semiconductors.
Gets required nformation about fabrication of semiconductor devices.

Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face

Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None

Recommended Optional Programme Components : None

Aim(s) of Course : This course aims to teach fundamental of semiconductors and the required knowledge for semiconductor devices

Course Contents : Semiconductor fundamentals, Basic semiconductor energy band structure, Equilibrium and non-equilibrium carrier transport, Fermi levels, Low and high field transport in semiconductors, PN junction diodes, capaticance of p-n junctions, Equilibrium condition, Forward and reverse bias, Metal-semiconductor junction, High speed semiconductor devices, Bipolar Juction Transistors (BJT), Physics of the ideal BJT, the Ebers-Moll model, Field effect transistors, Metal-oxide semiconductors structures.

Language of Instruction : English

Work Place : Lecture halls of faculty


  Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities
Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
1 Semiconductor fundamentals Reading the related topics from the book, doing resaerch on the internet. Presentation
2 Basic semiconductor energy band structure Reading the related topics from the book, doing resaerch on the internet. Presentation
3 Equilibrium and non-equilibrium carrier transport Reading the related topics from the book, doing resaerch on the internet. Presentation
4 Fermi levels Reading the related topics from the book, doing resaerch on the internet. Presentation
5 Low and high field transport in semiconductors Reading the related topics from the book, doing resaerch on the internet. Presentation
6 PN junction diodes, capaticance of p-n junctions Reading the related topics from the book, doing resaerch on the internet. Presentation
7 Equilibrium condition, Forward and reverse bias Reading the related topics from the book, doing resaerch on the internet. Presentation
8 Midterm Exam Midterm Exam Written exam
9 Metal-semiconductor junction Reading the related topics from the book, doing resaerch on the internet. Presentation
10 High speed semiconductor devices Reading the related topics from the book, doing resaerch on the internet. Presentation
11 Bipolar Juction Transistors (BJT) Reading the related topics from the book, doing resaerch over the internet. Presentation
12 Physics of the ideal BJT, the Ebers-Moll model Reading the related topics from the book, doing resaerch on the internet. Presentation
13 Field effect transistors Reading the related topics from the book, doing resaerch on the internet. Presentation
14 Metal-oxide semiconductors structures Reading the related topics from the book, doing resaerch on the internet. Presentation
15 Static and dynamic behavior, small-signal models. Reading the related topics from the book, doing resaerch on the internet. Presentation
16/17 Final Exam Final Exam Written Exam


  Required Course Resources
Resource Type Resource Name
Recommended Course Material(s)  Semiconductor Device Fundamentals. Robert F. Pierret
 Semiconductor Devices, Physics and Technology, SM Sze
Required Course Material(s)


  Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria
Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 60
    Homeworks/Projects/Others 4 40
Total 100
Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success 40
 
Final Assessments 100
Rate of Final Assessments to Success 60
Total 100

  Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes
# Key Learning Outcome Contribution*
1 Develop and deepen the knowledge as a specialist in physics or different areas based on the Physics Bachelor´s qualification level. 3
2 Comprehend the importance of multidisciplinary studies related to Physics. 4
3 Use his/her advanced theoretical and practical knowledge in Physics efficiently. 2
4 Integrate and interpret the knowledge from different disciplines with the help of his professional knowledge in Physics and conceptualize new perspectives. 3
5 Solve the problems in Physics by using research methods. 3
6 Carry out a study requiring expertise in physics independently. 3
7 Develop and provide new strategic approaches by taking responsibilty while solving the unexpected problems in Physics . 3
8 Take the responsibility of being the leader while solving the problems related to physical environments. 2
9 Evaluate the knowledge and skills gained in Physics by having a critical view and directs his/her learning. 2
10 Systematically transfer the current developments in the field of physics and his/her work to the person in physics field or outside of the field by supporting qualitative and quantitative data. 2
11 Take action to change the norms of social relations and critically examine these relationships, and develop them if necessary. 3
12 Make communication in oral and written by using at least one foreign language in the level of European Language Portfolio B2 level. 3
13 Use information and communication technologies in advanced level and use the software related with physics area. 3
14 Oversee social, scientific, cultural and ethical values in order to collect, implement, interpret data in Physics. 3
15 Develop strategies, policies and implementation plans in the issues related to the field of physics and evaluate the results obtained within the framework of quality processes. 3
16 Use the knowledge, problem solving, and / or practical skills obtained in the Physics Field in interdisciplinary studies. 4
* Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum).

  Student Workload - ECTS
Works Number Time (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Course Related Works
    Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 3 42
    Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 3 42
Assesment Related Works
    Homeworks, Projects, Others 4 10 40
    Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 14 14
    Final Exam 1 14 14
Total Workload: 152
Total Workload / 25 (h): 6.08
ECTS Credit: 6