Facilities at IIT Mandi, Sahasra and NCU
Facilities at IIT Mandi and Sahasra
The clean room facility at IIT Mandi and Sahasra Semiconductors Pvt. Ltd., accessible to NCU students, offers a controlled environment for hands-on training in semiconductor fabrication and packaging. Equipped with advanced tools for processes like photolithography, etching, and thin-film deposition, and packaging and testing, it provides a valuable platform for practical learning and cutting-edge research.
LAM Research Software Facility for Semiconductor Studies at NCU
NCU off ers access to specialised LAM Research software tools at IISC Bangalore supporting advanced semiconductor process modeling and simulation. This facility plays a pivotal role in training students and researchers in state-of-the-art fabrication technologies and supports academic and industrial R&D in the field of VLSI design, nanotechnology, and semiconductor manufacturing.
Key Features and Capabilities:
- Process Simulation: Enables simulation of key semiconductor fabrication steps such as etching, deposition, cleaning, and CMP (Chemical Mechanical Polishing).
- Virtual Cleanroom Environment: Offers a safe, cost-effective alternative to hands-on fabrication, allowing users to model process flows and optimise device structures before actual prototyping.
- Training and Certification: The software is integrated into course curricula and research projects, with periodic training sessions conducted for students, faculty, and scholars.
- Real-World Application: Enables understanding and optimisation of sub-micron process technologies, as well as FEOL (Front-End-Of-Line) and BEOL (Back-End-Of-Line) processes.
Applications:
- Design and simulation of transistors, interconnects, and semiconductor layers
- Process flow validation and failure analysis
- Support for thesis and dissertation work in electronics, nanotech, and materials engineering
- Skill development for semiconductor industry roles
By offering access to LAM Research’s industry-standard software, NCU empowers its students and researchers to bridge the gap between academic learning and industrial application, aligning with India’s growing focus on semiconductor self-reliance and innovation.