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Penn State Nanofabrication Lab
World-class capabilities are at your fingertips in this progressive 9,500 sq. ft. integrated lab facility.
Nanofabrication Technology
Competency Credential
About this program
Explore the potential of nanotechnology. And take advantage of the rare opportunity to study for a semester in Penn State's multi-million-dollar Nanofabrication Facility at University Park. There, you’ll experience working in a clean-room environment using industry-specific tools to create the silicon devices impacting the computer, communications, and electronics industries.
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You're on your way to becoming a tomorrow maker.
Courses
At Penn College, we believe your educational experience should go beyond specialized skills. Real-world ready means taking a broader approach that builds communication skills, inspires collaboration, and encourages exploration of arts, history, and science.
Specialization requires in-depth knowledge and high-level proficiency. Students learn and apply major-specific concepts, skills, and methods.
- Materials, Safety and Equipment Overview for Nanofabrication (PSU: ESC211) (EET272)
- Basic Nanofabrication Processes (PSU: ESC212) (EET273)
- Thin Films in Nanofabrication (PSU: ESC213) (EET274)
- Advanced Lithography and Patterning Techniques (PSU: ESC214) (EET275)
- Materials Modification in Nanofabrication (PSU: ESC215) (EET276)
- Characterization, Packaging, and Testing of Nanofabricated Structures (PSU: ESC216) (EET277)
Tour Schedule
Seeing is believing.
Think Penn College might be a good fit for you? Make plans to visit and discover what hands-on learning is all about. Academic Tours allow you to explore labs and get to the core of your future program. If you’re looking for a deeper dive into your academic area of interest, opt for a Self-Scheduled Personal Tour. Comprehensive COVID-19 safety protocols are in place.
May 26
Electronics & Computer Engineering Technology Visit Day
Wednesday, May 269:00 AM - 1:00 PM Eastern Time (U.S.)
Jun 12
Electronics & Computer Engineering Technology Visit Day
Saturday, June 1210:00 AM - 2:00 PM Eastern Time (U.S.)
Jul 7
Electronics & Computer Engineering Technology Visit Day
Wednesday, July 711:00 AM - 3:00 PM Eastern Time (U.S.)
Jul 17
Electronics & Computer Engineering Technology Visit Day
Saturday, July 1710:00 AM - 2:00 PM Eastern Time (U.S.)
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More Information
- A competency credential must be completed within three years of enrollment in the credential.
- Non-traditional credit such as credit-by-exam, work/life experience, and transfer credit is limited to one third of the total credits in the credential. Two thirds of the requirements must be completed by course enrollment.
- Students must earn a grade of C or better in each course to merit the credential.
Alternative Credit refers to academic credits earned through means other than traditional college course completion, including: credit by exam, articulation, proof of competency gained in high school, work/life experience, and advanced placement.
Visit the Alternative Credit Options page for requirements and procedures and for information on credit through Advanced Placement.