Production of Electronics, Photovoltaics and Electrical Components

Abstract:

The lecture follows the value added process sequence of electric and electronic components. It contains: Development of electric and electronic circuits incl. sensors and actors, design of electronic circuits on printed circuit boards as well as in hybrid technology, integrated test technology, planning of production lines for electronics manufacturing, production of highly integrated electronic components on a wafer, overview of micromechanical systems, small motors and manufacturing within photovoltaics.

Objective:

Knowledge about the value added process sequence for electronics manufacturing, planning of electric and electronic product as well as their production, planning of production lines, value added process sequence for photovoltaics.

Content:

Nothing works without electronics! Typical products in mechanical engineering such as machine tools, as well as any kind of vehicle contain a significant amount of electric or electronic components of more than 60%. Thus, it is important to master the value added process sequence for electric and electronic components.
The lecture starts with a brief introduction of electronic components and the planning of integrated circuits. Next, an overview will be provided about electronic functional units assembled from these electronic components, on printed circuit boards as well as in hybrid technology. Value added process steps are shown as well as their quality check and their combination for planning a complete manufacturing line. The lecture further describes the manufacturing of integrated circuits, starting from the wafer via the structuring and bonding to the packaging. As an example, the manufacturing of micro-electromechanic and electro-optical systems and actuators is described. Due to similar processes in the electronic production, the value added process sequence for photovoltaics will described too.
The lecture concludes with an excursion to a large manufacturing company. Here, students can the see the application and realization of the manufacturing of electric and electronic devices.

Lecture notes:

Lecture notes are handed out during the individual lessons (CHF 20.-)

Notes:

Examination:
– Successful accomplishment of the exercises

Location/Time:

Wednesday, 14.00 - 17.00; HG D5.1

Suitable for:

Maschineningenieurwissenschaften Bachelor
Maschineningenieurwissenschaften Master

Students from other departments should talk to their tutors, first.

Credits:

4