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The article provides information for potential future talents interested in the Semiconductor Technology industry. It covers topics such as the potential career paths one could pursue after studying Semiconductor Technology, current semiconductor companies in Vietnam, career opportunities, income expectations, studying abroad, and the admission process for the Semiconductor Technology program at the University of Sciences, Vietnam National University, Ho Chi Minh City.

Overview of the Semiconductor Technology Industry

The semiconductor technology industry supply chain includes research and development (R&D), chip manufacturing, chip manufacturing inputs, and distribution.

- Research and development enhances foundational technologies, influencing each part of the semiconductor supply chain.

- Chip manufacturing operations can be categorized into the following models: integrated device manufacturer (IDM), chip fab, foundry, and outsourced semiconductor assembly and testing (OSAT). IDM integrates chip design, manufacturing, assembly, testing, and packaging (ATP) into chip fabs and sales.

Most American companies specialize in a specific part of the chip manufacturing process. Fabless facilities handle chip design and sales, while purchasing fabrication services from foundries and ATP services from OSAT facilities.

Human resource development workshop in the field of semiconductor technology

+ The process of chip manufacturing involves several key components: electronic design automation (EDA) and core intellectual property (IP), semiconductor manufacturing equipment (SME), and materials. In the design phase, engineers and technologists utilize EDA software to create chip specifications, logic design, and physical chip design. The manufacturing phase utilizes SMEs, which are highly specialized and complex mechanical systems, to produce semiconductor wafers. This stage of production typically requires skilled engineers and on-site training. Additionally, advanced technology package (ATP) services involve cutting wafers into individual chips and packaging the finished products. ATP services require semiconductor manufacturing machinery equipment and employ engineers with similar skills as those involved in the manufacturing phase.

Signed a cooperation agreement on training and research in the field of Semiconductor Technology

What job will you get after studying Semiconductor Technology?

According to a report by the American Semiconductor Association with data provided by Oxford Economics, it is said that by 2030 there will be a labor shortage in manufacturing and design with an amount of 67,000 workers. dynamic. There will be a shortage of about 27,300 engineers, 26,400 technicians, and 13,400 computer scientists. According to the Ministry of Planning and Investment, it is estimated that by 2030, Vietnam needs about 15,000 design engineers and 35,000 engineers working in semiconductor chip factories; At the same time, it will create 154,000 indirect jobs, contributing VND 360,000 billion to GDP.

The specific jobs of engineers, technicians, and computer scientists in the semiconductor technology industry are described as follows.

Jobs related to manufacturing:

+ Semiconductor fabrication refers to the silicon (front-end) chip manufacturing process in a semiconductor factory. The back-end phase produces semiconductor chips for assembly, test and packaging (ATP).

+ Semiconductor machinery manufacturing refers to the production of specialized equipment used in manufacturing semiconductor chips.

Jobs related to semiconductor circuit design:

+Semiconductor design refers to the complex process of building a computer model of a new chip, ensuring it is error-free and meets the design rules needed for manufacturing. export.

+Electronic Design Automation (EDA) refers to the programming and support of specialized software tools used in semiconductor microchip design.

Semiconductor technicians: operate, maintain, and troubleshoot equipment used in semiconductor component manufacturing.
Jobs related to semiconductor engineers: research, develop and improve semiconductor devices and manufacturing processes, playing an important role in innovation in both manufacturing and design. chip design.
Jobs related to semiconductor computer scientists: apply computational principles and algorithms to design and develop software and hardware solutions for systems and technologies based on semiconductors, mainly in the field of chip design.

Current semiconductor chip companies in Vietnam

The U.S.-Vietnam Comprehensive Strategic Partnership recognizes the potential for Vietnam to become an important partner in the semiconductor market. There is a focus on developing human resources in this field, supported by an initial funding of 2 million USD from the US government. Vietnam's semiconductor industry extends beyond manufacturing. With over 5,000 chip design engineers, Vietnam is gradually establishing its presence in this crucial stage of semiconductor production. This growing expertise positions the country to take on a more significant role in the global semiconductor industry, moving beyond assembly and testing to design and innovation. Vietnam's semiconductor industry has been attracting significant interest from large companies in recent years. While it is still growing, some of the key companies and major semiconductor manufacturers in Vietnam include:

+ The Government's support for Vietnam's semiconductor industry is building a development strategy and human resource development plan, along with appropriate regulations, policies, and mechanisms to attract investors. world's leading semiconductor manufacturing and design to this country. Tax incentives are also implemented as a strong will of the Vietnamese government to attract foreign companies.

+ Intel Products Vietnam: Intel has a significant presence in Vietnam, with a factory located in Saigon Hi-Tech Park, Ho Chi Minh City. The company is involved in the assembly and testing phases of semiconductor manufacturing and future production expansion.

+ Samsung Electronics Vietnam: Samsung, a global technology giant, has invested in various facilities in Vietnam, including smartphone factories. Although not solely focused on semiconductors, their operations in Vietnam still contribute to the local industry.

+ FPT Group: FPT has ventured into the semiconductor field with its subsidiary FPT Semiconductor. They are engaged in semiconductor research, development and design.

+ Hanmi Semiconductor: established a branch in Vietnam, especially in Bac Ninh province, playing an important role in semiconductor equipment manufacturing.

+ Infineon Technologies AG: German semiconductor giant Infineon Technologies has expanded its operations in Vietnam and established a chip development team in Hanoi, contributing to the development of semiconductor solutions for power systems and IoT.

+ CoAsia: Korean semiconductor design company, has set up shop in Hanoi, Vietnam.

+ Amkor Technology: a large semiconductor packaging and testing company already present in Bac Ninh province, Vietnam.

+ Companies specializing in semiconductor chip design and physical design: there are more than 50 chip companies in Vietnam, such as Intel VN (USA), Renesas VN (Japan), Ampere Computing (USA), Marvel VN (USA) ), Synopsys VN (USA), BridgeTek (Taiwan), Faraday VN (Taiwan), Sabil Semiconductor (USA), Hanatec (VN – Korea), SNST Finger VN (Korea), Savarti (VN – USA), Uniquify VN (USA), MicroChip VN (USA), ...

Semiconductor chip companies in Ho Chi Minh City

Why should you choose to study semiconductor technology?

Top reasons to study Semiconductor Technology at the University of Sciences, Vietnam National University-HCM:

- Good career opportunities and high salary for good.

- Opportunity can go abroad without worrying about costs.

- Opportunity to study abroad, work abroad, and receive scholarships to study abroad after graduation.

An internship program for students majoring in Semiconductor Technology worth hundreds of billions of dong

The University of Sciences-VNUHCM has gained international recognition for the quality of its education, science, and technology. It has consistently been ranked among the top 1000 universities in the world, demonstrating its commitment to excellence. Graduates have the opportunity to win full scholarships for studying abroad at the Master's and Doctoral levels, covering living expenses and providing savings. This offers the chance to immerse oneself in a foreign cultural environment and experience the living and working culture of industrialized countries. Additionally, students can study under world-leading professors and have access to high-quality human resources in both their home country and the host country. There are also income opportunities with the potential to earn thousands of USD per month in countries such as Taiwan, Korea, and Japan.

Equipment for measuring luminescent semiconductor chips after packaging

Admission method: see here

References

[1] ECOnorthwest and Dr. Wilfred Pinfold , “Semiconductor Workforce & Talent Assessment” Final Report January 2024.

[2] The Semiconductor Industry Association, and Oxford Economics, “ASSESSING AND ADDRESSING THE LABOR MARKET GAP FACING THE U.S. SEMICONDUCTOR INDUSTRY”, Report, July 2023.

[3] Source of Asia “Vietnam’s Evolving Semiconductor Scene Unveiled”, Nov, 2023.

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