Microelectronic fabrication
Certificate, undergraduate
From silicon to circuits: Launch your microelectronics journey
This certificate offered on the Moscow campus provides students with a strong foundation in semiconductor device fabrication and cleanroom practices. Through a combination of core and elective coursework, you’ll gain hands-on experience in photolithography, thin film deposition and interconnect technologies.
The program emphasizes problem-solving, experimentation, data analysis and effective communication — skills essential for success in the microelectronics industry. As a graduate of this certificate program, you’ll be well-prepared to pursue careers or further education in microelectronics, nanotechnology and related engineering fields.
Overview
Related Topics
Build the future — One chip at a time
Degree fit
This program could be a good fit if you:
- Are studying in electrical engineering, physics, materials science, mechanical engineering or chemical engineering
- Are interested in semiconductor manufacturing, cleanroom operations or integrated circuit design
- Plan to pursue graduate studies in microelectronics, nanofabrication or solid-state physics
- Aspire to a career in technology companies, national laboratories or R&D divisions focused on electronics and materials
- Enjoy hands-on lab work, data analysis and engineering problem-solving in high-tech environments.
Career outcomes
Current job openings
285 in ID, WA, OR, MT and HIPotential careers and mid-career salaries
- Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters
$59,924 - Metal and Plastic Layout Workers
$74,304 - Drilling and Boring Machine Tool Operators
$85,944 - Metal Pourers and Casters
$48,912 - Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Operators
$48,433
* Career data provided by Lightcast.
Financial aid and scholarship opportunities
Financial aid
U of I’s certificate programs are not eligible for financial aid or scholarships on their own. However, students enrolled in a bachelor's or associate degree program may apply their financial aid and scholarships toward a certificate if they are pursuing both simultaneously.
For more information or to explore funding options, contact the Financial Aid Office at finaid@uidaho.edu or call 208-885-6312.
Recognized STEM Program
This program is recognized as a STEM program by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and may be eligible for the 24-month STEM optional practical training extension for international students.
Clubs and involvement opportunities
Clubs and organizations
- Association for Computer Machinery (ACM)
- Humanitarian Engineering Corps (HEC)
- Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
- International Microelectronics And Packaging Society (IMAPS)
- National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE)
- Power and Energy Society (PES)
- Robotics Club
- Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE)
- Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE)
- Society of Women Engineers (SWE)
- Tau Beta Pi - Engineering Honor Society (TBP)
- Vandal Atmospheric Science Team (VAST)
Application information
Admission criteria for undergraduate certificates are the same as those for U of I undergraduate degree programs. View our admission requirements at our Admissions website to learn more.
Undergraduate certificate application process
Students interested in adding a certificate to their bachelor’s or associate degree program should speak with their academic advisor.
Students interested in earning an undergraduate certificate as a standalone program should contact the Admissions Office at 208-885-6326 for information on how to apply.