Semiconductor Basics

Course Description

The THORS Semiconductor Basics course provides an engaging learning experience with visually appealing content and interactive quizzes. This foundational electronics course introduces key semiconductor terminology, delves into Metal Oxide Semiconductor (MOS) technology, including various types of Metal Oxide Semiconductor Field Effect Transistors (MOSFETs), and explores the components of an Integrated Circuit (IC). The course also highlights technological advancements within each IC segment, showcasing device characteristics made possible through the continuous evolution of the semiconductor industry.

Learning Objectives

• Define the major semiconductor terminologies.

• Identify the different types of Metal Oxide Semiconductors (MOSs).

• Distinguish the different segments of an Integrated Circuit (IC) and the major advancements in each segment.

• Recognize Moore’s law and the evolution of technology nodes.

• Explain the common semiconductor devices, their working principles, and their applications.