Maricopa Community Colleges  DFT255   19996-20086 
Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 07/22/08
DFT255 19996-20086 L+L 3 Credit(s) 6 Period(s)
Microelectronic Packaging
Entry-level design in microelectronic packaging technology. Comparative analysis and applications of common microelectronic packaging formats. Use of design tools for microelectronic packaging.
Prerequisites: DFT245AB or permission of Instructor.
Cross-References: ELE255
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
DFT255   19996-20086 Microelectronic Packaging
1. Identify and describe various types of microelectronic packages. (I)
2. Identify and describe types of materials commonly used in microelectronic packaging, and explain the factors that must be considered in selecting these materials. (II)
3. Identify and describe types of interfaces used to connect the die to the package. (III)
4. Explain the processes used in microelectronic packaging. (I, III)
5. Identify and explain the processes used in lead frame assembly and design. (IV)
6. Identify and explain the processes used in ball grid array assembly and design. (V, VI)
7. Use a high-end packaging design tool to design micro- electronic packaging, demonstrating entry-level skill. (VII)
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DFT255   19996-20086 Microelectronic Packaging
    I. Types and Applications of Microelectronic Packaging
        A. Definition and uses
        B. Parameters and constraints
          1. Electrical
          2. Mechanical
          3. Thermal
          4. Chemical
          5. Material
        C. Manufacturing process
          1. Preparation of the package
          2. Die attach
          3. Wire bonding
          4. Encapsulation
      II. Materials Used in Microelectronic Packaging
          A. Polymers
          B. Metals
          C. Ceramics and glass
        III. Wiring Bonding and Die Attach
            A. Advanced printed wiring technologies
              1. Chip on board
              2. Ball grid array
              3. Flip chip
              4. Tape automated bonding
            B. Applications of various technologies
          IV. Lead Frame Packages
              A. Density categories and boundaries
                1. Gate counts
                2. Pitch sizes
              B. Used in plastic-molded technology
              C. Used in laminated ceramic/plastic technology
            V. Laminate Packages
                A. Used in cofired laminated ceramic technology
                B. Used in laminated plastic technology
              VI. Laminate Design
                  A. Design considerations
                    1. Hermetic sealing capability
                    2. Parasitic capacitance
                    3. Placement
                  B. Techniques
                  C. Applications with various technologies
                VII. Design Tools Used in Microelectronic Packaging
                    A. Auto-Cad
                    B. Encore
                    C. Evaluation of laboratory projects
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