CHIPS 21st
- The U.S. currently boosts a semiconductor workforce of about half a million.
- By 2030, another 250,000 trained semiconductor engineers are needed to meet the growing demand by industry.
- The University of Florida (UF) with the leadership of the Florida Semiconductor Institute (FSI), is answering the call with a comprehensive educational programs and options.
- UF offers the first comprehensive education & training program codenamed CHIPS-21st. This program offers innovative, flexible degree options for every learner, such as 100% online (EDGE), hands-on modalities, short-courses, micro-credentials, and higher education options in semiconductors, microelectronics, packing, and chip assurance.
CHIPS 21st Curriculum
- CHIPS Content: emerging materials, semiconductors, chip design, microelectronics, Advanced & 3DHI packing, chip assurance, supply chain, sustainable manufacturing, chips & applications (space, electronics, wearables, healthcare, VR/AR, quantum, ) and more.
- U-Chose: Master of Science degree in ‘Semiconductor’ (in-progress), stackable certificates, Bachelor of Science minor/concentration; plus associate degrees through partner Valencia Community College.
- Flexible Learning: online (EDGE) or residential programs.
- 21st Delivery: Virtual labs, avatar learning, chip-full-circle (design, tapeout, package, test, assurance, lifecycle) manufacturing, co-op and internship opportunities, team projects
Our Partners
- Florida International University
- National Microelectronics Security training Center (MEST)
- Santa Fe College
- University of Central Florida
- Valencia College
- FSI Beyond: industry partners, mentors and advisors including industry senior executives
