College of AI Convergence
College of AI Convergence
Emiconductor Systems Engineering Major
College of AI Convergence
Semiconductor Systems Engineering Major
1. Introduction
In the Semiconductor Systems major, students spend their first and second years studying general subjects, foundational subjects, and introductory major courses, and from the third year onward, they delve into advanced major-specific courses to gain in-depth knowledge in the field. In their fourth year, students are required to complete a comprehensive design course, fostering independent and creative development skills. The curriculum covers essential knowledge areas such as AI/Big Data, 5G, AR/VR, semiconductors, and intelligent sensors, as well as autonomous driving while also gaining expertise in areas such as physical electronics, semiconductor devices, semiconductor engineering, semiconductor process practice, semiconductor process simulation, digital system design, VLSI systems, and semiconductor device design. This unique curriculum aims to produce well-rounded talents who excel in semiconductor design, system software, and device and process fields.
2. Curriculum Overview
The Semiconductor Systems major will operate with a focus on three main areas:
Design: utilizing the components that make up semiconductors to implement semiconductor systems where each element interacts efficiently.
System Software: developing hardware programs that control and manage semiconductors to ensure the hardware correctly performs the desired operations.
Devices and Processes: finding the most optimal methods for manufacturing semiconductors, focusing on the primary materials that constitute semiconductor systems and using these materials to create fundamental semiconductor devices and processes.
3. Career Path
Electronics and IT Corporations: Major corporations in the electronics and IT fields, such as Samsung, LG, Hyundai, SK, etc.
Aviation and Defense Industry: Major corporations related to the aviation and defense industries, such as Aerospace Industries, Korean Air, Hanwha, LIG Nex1, etc.
Public Corporations: Korea Airports Corporation, Korea Electric Power Corporation, etc.
Research Institutes: Defense Science Research Institute, Electronics and Telecommunications Research Institute, Korea Aerospace Research Institute, etc.
Government Agencies: Broadcasting and Communications Commission, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport, etc.
