Green Microelectronics

Required application documents:

• Completed and signed application form

Please send your application documents by e-mail to: helmut.aschbacher@tugraz.at.

Fundamentals of Microelectronics (5 ECTS)

In this module, participants gain a deeper understanding of semiconductor materials, design processes, and the strategic implications of adopting groundbreaking technologies, including wide-bandgap materials. This module focuses on understanding fundamental aspects of microelectronics and making informed decisions. The key properties of semiconductor devices as well as their design and manufacturing processes are analysed in order to plan and implement strategic steps toward adaption to emerging technologies. In particular, promising technologies such as wide-bandgap materials are discussed, which, in addition to their performance improvements compared to conventional materials, are critical in terms of longevity and sustainability.

Green & Sustainable Microelectronics (5 ECTS)

This module addresses sustainability and the circular economy in relation to microelectronics. Key concepts and theories of sustainability and the circular economy are introduced, along with common challenges associated with the production, use, and disposal of electronic products. Assessment methods such as life cycle assessment, social life cycle assessment, and circular economy assessment are presented and discussed using industrial use cases.

The Green Microelectronics university course is aimed at both graduates and working professionals without prior degrees who want to acquire skills in the field of sustainable microelectronics.

Therefore, no prior academic training is required for participation.

The decision on admission to the university course is made by the academic manager responsible on the basis of the qualifications submitted.

The university course is aimed in particular at following target groups:

• Students and young researchers who wish to understand sustainability in microelectronics and/or research in the field of environmentally friendly semiconductor technologies. 
• Engineers and technicians who wish to learn about sustainable production processes, energy-efficient chips, and ways of reducing e-waste.
• Environmental and sustainability experts who are looking to reduce the ecological footprint of microelectronics and/or are interested in “Green IT.”
• Entrepreneurs and start-up founders who aim to develop new business models in green microelectronics.
• Policymakers & NGO staff who are looking to promote sustainable microelectronics initiatives at a policy level.