From Sand to Systems: The Chips of Modern Electronics

Learn how microchips shape modern life with this course that examines how semiconductors are made, the materials and global supply chains behind them, and the environmental and social impacts of chip production. Through interactive activities and real-world scenarios, you will analyse how semiconductor manufacturing affects communities and sustainability, while gaining insight into exciting careers across the industry. 

What you will learn: 

• Fundamental concepts of semiconductors, how microchips function, and why they are essential to modern technologies. 
• Key stages of chip manufacturing, from raw materials like sand to silicon wafers, fabrication, and global production networks. 
• Environmental, social, and economic impacts of semiconductor production across global supply chains. 
• Opportunities and career paths within the semiconductor industry through real-world spotlights and examples. 
• How to evaluate the risks and trade-offs involved in planning a new semiconductor facility from different stakeholder perspectives. 

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