Semiconductor Physics Courses and Certifications

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Making Camera Pixels from Copper

Explore the creation of photosensitive pixels using copper oxide in this fascinating experiment, delving into semiconductor physics and advanced microscopy techniques.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Semiconductor Fundamentals

1 review

From smartphones to satellites, semiconductors are everywhere. Tying together physics, chemistry, and electrical engineering, this easy-to-follow introduction provides the background needed to understand devices such as transistors and solar cells.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 8-9 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Nanotechnology: Fundamentals of Nanotransistors

1 review

Explore nanotechnology and gain an understanding of the essential physics and technology of nanotransistors.

• edX
• 4 weeks
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Semiconductor Physics

262 ratings at Coursera

Explore quantum theory, carrier behavior, and conduction in semiconductors. Gain insights into energy bands, carrier statistics, and dynamics for electronic device applications.

• Coursera
• 14 hours 47 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Fundamentals of Transistors

This course develops a simple framework for understanding the essential physics of transistors, including modern nanoscale transistors. Important technology considerations and circuit applications are also discussed.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 8-9 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Solid State Devices 1

Semiconductor are everywhere in human activities, from your credit card to space exploration. This graduate-level introduction brings aspects of physics, chemistry, and engineering together to understand, analyze, and design transistors and solar cells.

• edX
• 17 weeks, 7-10 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Microcredential

Nanoscience and Technology

Explore nanoscale electronic and photonic devices, from transistors to lasers, and their applications in modern technology. Gain insights into quantum mechanics and cutting-edge nanotechnology research.

• edX
• 32 weeks, 7-8 hours a week
• On-Demand
• $4,500.00
• 6 courses

Microcredential

Semiconductor Devices

Explore semiconductor physics, pn junctions, and transistors. Gain deep understanding of electronic device fundamentals, from conduction mechanisms to performance analysis, preparing for advanced study in semiconductor technology.

• Coursera
• 13 weeks, 4 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Paid Course
• 3 courses

High Voltage Schottky and p-n Diodes

Explore high-voltage Schottky and p-n diodes, from semiconductor physics to SPICE models. Learn to calculate key parameters, analyze device operation, and compare silicon and SiC diodes in power electronics applications.

• Coursera
• 19 hours 14 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Light Emitting Diodes and Semiconductor Lasers

45 ratings at Coursera

Explore semiconductor LEDs and lasers, from fundamental principles to advanced design. Learn to analyze efficiency, choose materials, and apply knowledge through problem sets.

• Coursera
• 1 day 58 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Microcredential

Semiconductor Photonics Graduate Certificate

The credits earned from the Semiconductor Photonics Graduate Certificate can count toward the Master of Science in Electrical Engineering degree.

• Coursera
• 24-48 weeks
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Solar Energy: Photovoltaic (PV) Energy Conversion

8 ratings at edX

Learn how solar cells generate electricity, and about the semiconductor physics and optics required to design and manufacture solar cells.

• edX
• 12 weeks, 10-11 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Microcredential

Solar Energy Engineering

Comprehensive program covering solar energy technology, from PV cell physics to system design and integration. Prepares for diverse solar industry careers through expert-led, hands-on learning.

• edX
• 51 weeks, 8-10 hours a week
• On-Demand
• $1,250.00
• 4 courses

Physics of silicon solar cells

66 ratings at Coursera

Explore semiconductor physics, p-n junctions, and solar cell operation, focusing on crystalline silicon technology and its applications in photovoltaic energy conversion.

• Coursera
• 13 hours 8 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Semiconductors for Beginners

13 ratings at edX

Explore the fundamentals of semiconductors, from electron behavior to crystal structures. Gain intuitive understanding of key concepts in electronics without heavy mathematics, suitable for beginners.

• edX
• 3 weeks, 2-3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)