Colorado School of Mines · Certificate of Experience
CoRtEx
Certificate of Experience on Semiconductor Training Readiness through Experiential Learning
Combine coursework, hands-on laboratory training, and an industry capstone to prepare for semiconductor manufacturing careers.
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From coursework to practice
The program brings together Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Metallurgical & Materials Engineering, and Physics. Students apply what they learn in the lab and through work with a semiconductor industry partner.
Engineering & computing
Build a foundation through existing courses in semiconductor devices, digital design, materials, physics, and computing.
Hands-on training
Learn microelectronics processing with laboratory work and SMILE interactive videos, virtual tours, and augmented reality tools.
Industry experience
Complete a qualifying capstone project with a semiconductor partner, or discuss an approved alternative with the program team.
SMILE training tools
View tools and research →SMILE — Semiconductor Manufacturing via Innovative Learning Experience — supports cleanroom training in a browser, in virtual reality, and on a HoloLens 2 headset. Start with an interactive video or explore the 360° cleanroom tour.
A Mines effort within NNME Southwest
The certificate is supported by the National Network for Microelectronics Education (NNME) Southwest Node. The project develops the certificate, supports industry capstone work, and integrates SMILE tools into microelectronics laboratory instruction.
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