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Fashion Design Student, Ash Welch, Takes on London
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Ash Welch, a fashion design undergraduate student with a minor in jewelry, metals and enameling, was recently interviewed by the University of the Arts London about her study abroad experience. After applying for a study abroad opportunity in Central Saint Martins’ advanced fashion design summer course, Welch found herself in London, surrounded by intense creativity and a new perspective. The interview explores the challenges, benefits and growth that can be experienced while studying abroad. Read the Interview...

Flash Focus: Jordan Anamasi

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Welcome to Flash Focus! In this series, we introduce you to fascinating student Flashes from all walks of life.Meet Jordan Anamasi, a senior environmental studies major with a minor in park management from Avon, Ohio, whose passions have grown for and through her experiences with nature.Even as a first-year student, Anamasi had a love for the environment and wanted to do something to help protect it.  â€œI love the outdoors, and I love teaching other people about the outdoors,†Anamasi told Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State Today. “It brings me a lot of joy to be able to share my passion and my interests with oth...

Computer-Aided Drafting/Design Technician - Undergraduate Certificate

The Computer-Aided Drafting/Design Technician undergraduate certificate allows students to quickly develop skills and hands-on experiences in drafting and Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) operation and the ability to pursue objectives in the face of limited resources. Graduates are prepared for positions as a drafter or CAD operator. This certificate articulates well into an associate or bachelor's degree program in such technical areas as mechanical engineering technology, computer engineering technology and electrical engineering technology.

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Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this certificate will be able to:

  1. Read and interpret engineering drawings across different disciplines.
  2. Create formal 2D drawings using industry-oriented CAD software.
  3. Apply 3D modeling techniques to design engineering tools and devices.
  4. Apply basic principles of economics to make design decisions.

Admissions for Computer-Aided Drafting/Design Technician - Undergraduate Certificate

Admission Requirements

The university affirmatively strives to provide educational opportunities and access to students with varied backgrounds, those with special talents and adult students who graduated from high school three or more years ago.

Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State campuses at Ashtabula, East Liverpool, Geauga, Salem, Stark, Trumbull and Tuscarawas, and the Twinsburg Academic Center, have open enrollment admission for students who hold a high school diploma, GED or equivalent.

Some programs may require that students meet certain requirements before progressing through the program. For programs with progression requirements, the information is shown on the Coursework tab.

International Students: All international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions to waive) by earning a minimum 71 TOEFL iBT score, minimum 6.0 IELTS score, minimum 47 PTE score or minimum 100 DET score, or by completing the ELS level 112 Intensive English Program. For more information on international admission visit the admissions website for international students.

For more information on admissions, contact the Regional Campuses admissions offices.

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Program Requirements

Certificate Requirements

Certificate Requirements
EERT 12005ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONIC DRAWING 2
ENGT 32006ECONOMIC DECISION ANALYSIS FOR ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY 3
IT 11000INTRODUCTION TO OFFICE PRODUCTIVITY APPS 3
MERT 12000ENGINEERING DRAWING 3
MERT 12001COMPUTER-AIDED DESIGN 3
MERT 22003COMPUTER-AIDED TOOL DESIGN 3
Minimum Total Credit Hours:17

Graduation Requirements
Minimum Certificate GPA Minimum Overall GPA
2.000 2.000
Program Delivery

  • Delivery:
    • In person
  • Location:
    • Ashtabula Campus
    • Trumbull Campus
    • Tuscarawas Campus

Examples of Possible Careers and Salaries for Computer-Aided Drafting/Design Technician - Undergraduate Certificate

Architectural and civil drafters

-2.5%

decline

102,900

number of jobs

$57,500

potential earnings

Drafters, all other

0.6%

little or no change

15,200

number of jobs

$54,500

potential earnings

Mechanical drafters

-8.3%

decline

57,500

number of jobs

$58,270

potential earnings

Notice: Career Information Source
* Source of occupation titles and labor data comes from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' . Data comprises projected percent change in employment over the next 10 years; nation-wide employment numbers; and the yearly median wage at which half of the workers in the occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less.

CAD for Manufacturing - Undergraduate Certificate

The CAD for Manufacturing undergraduate certificate prepares students with hands-on training and instruction on a number of the most popular software tools used by industry in computer-aided drafting and design and in solid modeling. Students equipped with these certificate skills are the most sought after for employment in drafting/designing. Specific industry-used software students will learn include: AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor and Creo.

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Program Information for CAD for Manufacturing - Undergraduate Certificate

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of the CAD for Manufacturing certificate will be able to:

  1. Read and interpret working drawings for engineering components and systems.
  2. Create formal 2D drawings with accurate dimensions and tolerances.
  3. Design and draft mechanical components and assemblies using 3D modeling techniques.
  4. Apply advanced parametric solid modeling and simulation features to create and analyze solid models.
  5. Apply critical thinking skills in design and manufacturing problems.

Admissions for CAD for Manufacturing - Undergraduate Certificate

Admission Requirements

The university affirmatively strives to provide educational opportunities and access to students with varied backgrounds, those with special talents and adult students who graduated from high school three or more years ago.

Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State campuses at Ashtabula, East Liverpool, Geauga, Salem, Stark, Trumbull and Tuscarawas, and the Twinsburg Academic Center, have open enrollment admission for students who hold a high school diploma, GED or equivalent.

Some programs may require that students meet certain requirements before progressing through the program. For programs with progression requirements, the information is shown on the Coursework tab.

International Students: All international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions to waive) by earning a minimum 71 TOEFL iBT score, minimum 6.0 IELTS score, minimum 47 PTE score or minimum 100 DET score, or by completing the ELS level 112 Intensive English Program. For more information on international admission visit the admissions website for international students.

For more information on admissions, contact the Regional Campuses admissions offices.

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Program Requirements

Certificate Requirements

Certificate Requirements
AGD 11003SOLID MODELING 3
AGD 22000TWO-DIMENSION COMMUNICATION 3
MERT 12000ENGINEERING DRAWING 3
MERT 12001COMPUTER-AIDED DESIGN 3
MERT 34002ADVANCED SOLID MODELING 3
Minimum Total Credit Hours:15

Graduation Requirements
Minimum Certificate GPA Minimum Overall GPA
2.000 2.000
 
Program Delivery

  • Delivery:
    • In person
    • Online
  • Location:
    • Tuscarawas Campus

Examples of Possible Careers and Salaries for CAD for Manufacturing - Undergraduate Certificate

Mechanical drafters

-8.3%

decline

57,500

number of jobs

$58,270

potential earnings

Notice: Career Information Source
* Source of occupation titles and labor data comes from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' . Data comprises projected percent change in employment over the next 10 years; nation-wide employment numbers; and the yearly median wage at which half of the workers in the occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less.

Advanced Semiconductor Manufacturing Technician - Undergraduate Certificate

Dive into the forefront of technological innovation with our Advanced Semiconductor Manufacturing Technician certificate, where high-tech courses propel students into the world of semiconductor fabrication and beyond. From mastering clean room protocols to delving into the intricacies of digital and electronic systems, our program empowers graduates to lead the charge in chip production and circuit board development. As advanced semiconductor manufacturing technicians, they play a pivotal role in product evaluation and testing, utilizing cutting-edge diagnostic tools to fine-tune and repair equipment, shaping the landscape of tomorrow's technology.

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Program Information for Advanced Semiconductor Manufacturing Technician - Undergraduate Certificate

Program Description

Full Description

The Advanced Semiconductor Manufacturing Technician undergraduate certificate provides students with a core of high-tech, manufacturing-related courses with a focus on semiconductor fabrication, clean room, vacuum technology, manufacturing and maintenance, digital and electronic systems and the design and development of electrical and electronic circuits.

Advanced semiconductor manufacturing technicians help engineers to manufacture semiconductor chips in the fabrication plant, operate and maintain the vacuum pumps and systems in manufacturing facility, design and develop circuit boards for computers, electrical and electronic equipment. They often work in product evaluation and testing, using measuring and diagnostic devices to adjust, test and repair equipment.

The certificate articulates with the Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State's and .

Admissions for Advanced Semiconductor Manufacturing Technician - Undergraduate Certificate

Admission Requirements

The university affirmatively strives to provide educational opportunities and access to students with varied backgrounds, those with special talents and adult students who graduated from high school three or more years ago.

Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State campuses at Ashtabula, East Liverpool, Geauga, Salem, Stark, Trumbull and Tuscarawas, and the Twinsburg Academic Center, have open enrollment admission for students who hold a high school diploma, GED or equivalent.

Some programs may require that students meet certain requirements before progressing through the program. For programs with progression requirements, the information is shown on the Coursework tab.

International Students: All international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions to waive) by earning a minimum 71 TOEFL iBT score, minimum 6.0 IELTS score, minimum 47 PTE score or minimum 100 DET score, or by completing the ELS level 112 Intensive English Program. For more information on international admission visit the admissions website for international students.

For more information on admissions, contact the Regional Campuses admissions offices.

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate the capability of working safely in a cleanroom and microelectronic manufacturing environment.
  2. Articulate how a semiconductor wafer is manufactured and processed to become an integrated circuit.
  3. Articulate chemistry and safety awareness in semiconductor manufacturing.
  4. Read and follow standard operating procedures/checklists in paper or digital format.
  5. Examine maintenance procedures.
  6. Articulate basic principles and purpose of quality control and quality systems.
  7. Examine the basic concepts of geometric dimensioning, tolerancing, visualization and graphics in engineering technology.
  8. Explain the operational mechanisms and process use of vacuum pumps used in the semiconductor industry.
  9. Demonstrate the ability to test and troubleshoot a vacuum pump system with a leak.
  10. Construct, analyze and troubleshoot DC electric circuits.
  11. Demonstrate working with computers in daily manufacturing process environment.
  12. Demonstrate problem-solving, critical thinking and communication skills.

Coursework

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Program Requirements
ATS 11001INTRODUCTION TO VACUUM SYSTEMS 3
ATS 11002OVERVIEW OF MANUFACTURING MAINTENANCE 3
EERT 11000INTRODUCTION TO SEMICONDUCTOR AND CLEANROOM 4
EERT 12000ELECTRIC CIRCUITS I 4
EERT 12001ELECTRIC CIRCUITS II 3
EERT 12010INTRODUCTION TO ELECTRONICS 4
EERT 22004DIGITAL SYSTEMS 4
IT 11000INTRODUCTION TO OFFICE PRODUCTIVITY APPS 3
MATH 10041INTRODUCTORY STATISTICS (KMCR) 3-4
or MATH 10051 QUANTITATIVE REASONING (KMCR)
or MATH 11010 ALGEBRA FOR CALCULUS (KMCR)
MERT 12000ENGINEERING DRAWING 3
Minimum Total Credit Hours:34

Graduation Requirements
Minimum Certificate GPA Minimum Overall GPA
2.000 2.000
Roadmap

Roadmap

This roadmap is a recommended semester-by-semester plan of study for this program. Students will work with their advisor to develop a sequence based on their academic goals and history. Courses designated as critical (!) must be completed in the semester listed to ensure a timely graduation.

Plan of Study Grid
Semester OneCredits
ATS 11001 INTRODUCTION TO VACUUM SYSTEMS 3
ATS 11002 OVERVIEW OF MANUFACTURING MAINTENANCE 3
EERT 11000 INTRODUCTION TO SEMICONDUCTOR AND CLEANROOM 4
EERT 12000 ELECTRIC CIRCUITS I 4
IT 11000 INTRODUCTION TO OFFICE PRODUCTIVITY APPS 3
 Credit Hours17
Semester Two
EERT 12001 ELECTRIC CIRCUITS II 3
EERT 12010 INTRODUCTION TO ELECTRONICS 4
EERT 22004 DIGITAL SYSTEMS 4
MATH 10041
or MATH 10051
or MATH 11010
 INTRODUCTORY STATISTICS (KMCR)
or QUANTITATIVE REASONING (KMCR)
or ALGEBRA FOR CALCULUS (KMCR)
3-4
MERT 12000 ENGINEERING DRAWING 3
 Credit Hours17
 Minimum Total Credit Hours:34

Program Delivery

  • Delivery:
    • Mostly online
    • In person
  • Location:
    • Trumbull Campus

Examples of Possible Careers and Salaries for Advanced Semiconductor Manufacturing Technician - Undergraduate Certificate

Calibration technologists and technicians and engineering technologists and technicians, except drafters, all other

2.1%

slower than the average

91,600

number of jobs

$64,190

potential earnings

Semiconductor processing technicians

0.7%

little or no change

30,800

number of jobs

$40,500

potential earnings

Additional Careers
  • Field Service Technician - Semiconductor Equipment
  • Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
  • Packaging Technician
  • Production Associate
  • Production Packaging Associate
  • Quality Technician
  • Semiconductor Process Equipment Technician
  • Semiconductor Manufacturing Technician
  • Senior Equipment Maintenance Technician - Semiconductors
Notice: Career Information Source
* Source of occupation titles and labor data comes from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' . Data comprises projected percent change in employment over the next 10 years; nation-wide employment numbers; and the yearly median wage at which half of the workers in the occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less.

Semiconductor Manufacturing Technician - Undergraduate Certificate

Unlock the gateway to cutting-edge manufacturing with our Semiconductor Manufacturing Technician certificate, immersing students in a world of semiconductor fabrication, clean room expertise and advanced vacuum technology. From mastering DC circuits to troubleshooting with precision, our program equips graduates to seamlessly bridge the gap between engineering ingenuity and practical production. Join us in revolutionizing technology as semiconductor manufacturing technicians, driving innovation in chip production and circuit board design with every step.

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Program Information for Semiconductor Manufacturing Technician - Undergraduate Certificate

Program Description

Full Description

The Semiconductor Manufacturing Technician undergraduate certificate provides students with a core of hi-tech manufacturing-related courses and a focus on semiconductor fabrication, clean room, vacuum technology, manufacturing and maintenance, DC circuits and trouble shooting and fundamental use of computers in their daily work. Semiconductor manufacturing technicians help engineers to manufacture semiconductor chips in the fabrication plant, operate and maintain the vacuum pumps and systems in manufacturing facility, design and work with circuit boards in the manufacturing environment.

The certificate allows graduates to work in product evaluation and testing, using measuring and diagnostic devices to adjust, test and repair equipment.

The certificate articulates with Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State's undergraduate certificate in Advanced Semiconductor Manufacturing Technician and the program.

Admissions for Semiconductor Manufacturing Technician - Undergraduate Certificate

Admission Requirements

The university affirmatively strives to provide educational opportunities and access to students with varied backgrounds, those with special talents and adult students who graduated from high school three or more years ago.

Ñý¼§Ö±²¥ State campuses at Ashtabula, East Liverpool, Geauga, Salem, Stark, Trumbull and Tuscarawas, and the Twinsburg Academic Center, have open enrollment admission for students who hold a high school diploma, GED or equivalent.

Some programs may require that students meet certain requirements before progressing through the program. For programs with progression requirements, the information is shown on the Coursework tab.

International Students: All international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions to waive) by earning a minimum 71 TOEFL iBT score, minimum 6.0 IELTS score, minimum 47 PTE score or minimum 100 DET score, or by completing the ELS level 112 Intensive English Program. For more information on international admission visit the admissions website for international students.

For more information on admissions, contact the Regional Campuses admissions offices.

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate the capability of working safely in a cleanroom and microelectronic manufacturing environment.
  2. Articulate how a semiconductor wafer is manufactured and processed to become an integrated circuit.
  3. Articulate chemistry and safety awareness in semiconductor manufacturing.
  4. Read and follow standard operating procedures/checklists in paper or digital format.
  5. Examine maintenance procedures.
  6. Articulate basic principles and purpose of quality control and quality systems.
  7. Examine the basic concepts of geometric dimensioning, tolerancing, visualization and graphics in engineering technology.
  8. Explain the operational mechanisms and process use of vacuum pumps used in the semiconductor industry.
  9. Demonstrate the ability to test and troubleshoot a vacuum pump system with a leak.
  10. Construct, analyze and troubleshoot DC electric circuits.
  11. Demonstrate working with computers in daily manufacturing process environment.
  12. Demonstrate problem-solving, critical thinking and communication skills.

Coursework

On This Page

Program Requirements
Certificate Requirements
ATS 11001INTRODUCTION TO VACUUM SYSTEMS 3
ATS 11002OVERVIEW OF MANUFACTURING MAINTENANCE 3
EERT 11000INTRODUCTION TO SEMICONDUCTOR AND CLEANROOM 4
EERT 12000ELECTRIC CIRCUITS I 4
IT 11000INTRODUCTION TO OFFICE PRODUCTIVITY APPS 3
Minimum Total Credit Hours:17

Graduation Requirements
Minimum Certificate GPA Minimum Overall GPA
2.00 2.00
Program Delivery

  • Delivery:
    • Mostly online
    • In person
  • Location:
    • Trumbull Campus

Examples of Possible Careers and Salaries for Semiconductor Manufacturing Technician - Undergraduate Certificate

Examples of Possible Careers

Semiconductor processing technicians

  • 0.7% little or no change
  • 30,800 number of jobs
  • $40,500 potential earnings

Additional Careers

  • Field Service Technician - Semiconductor Equipment
  • Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
  • Packaging Technician
  • Semiconductor Manufacturing Technician
  • Senior Equipment Maintenance Technician - Semiconductors

* Source of occupation titles and labor data comes from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' . Data comprises projected percent change in employment over the next 10 years; nation-wide employment numbers; and the yearly median wage at which half of the workers in the occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less.

Notice: Career Information Source
* Source of occupation titles and labor data comes from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' . Data comprises projected percent change in employment over the next 10 years; nation-wide employment numbers; and the yearly median wage at which half of the workers in the occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less.

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