Metal–Oxide–Semiconductor Field-Effect Transistors (MOSFETs) and Non-Volatile Semiconductor Memory (NVSM) are the two most important device technologies in integrated circuits and serve as the foundation of the modern microelectronics industry.
This course adopts a progressive, step-by-step approach, beginning with the fundamentals of semiconductor physics and the operating principles of capacitors. It then explores the structures and operating mechanisms of MOSFETs and NVSM devices in greater depth. By the end of the course, learners will have developed a solid understanding of the principles behind these two cornerstone semiconductor technologies.
Upon completing this course, students will gain a fundamental understanding of the following topics:
By the end of this course, students will have established a solid foundation in semiconductor devices, enabling them to further study advanced semiconductor literature and pursue more in-depth research in the field.
You may not recognize the name Professor Simon M. Sze, but you have almost certainly benefited from one of his most influential inventions—Non-Volatile Semiconductor Memory (NVSM). This breakthrough technology allows information to remain stored even after electrical power is turned off, making modern devices such as smartphones, tablets, digital cameras, automobiles, and GPS systems possible.
Professor Sze received his bachelor's degree from National Taiwan University, followed by his master's and doctoral degrees in Electrical Engineering from the University of Washington and Stanford University, respectively. Throughout his distinguished career, he has served as a visiting professor at several world-renowned institutions, including the University of Cambridge, The University of Hong Kong, and Stanford University. He currently serves as an Honorary Chair Professor at National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University.
Professor Sze has authored or co-authored more than 250 technical papers and 16 books. His landmark textbook, Physics of Semiconductor Devices (published by Wiley in 1969, with subsequent editions in 1981 and 2007), is one of the most widely cited references in engineering and applied science.
His numerous honors include the IEEE Ebers Award, the Sun Yat-sen Academic Award, the Presidential Award for Distinguished Professors, and the National Science and Technology Award. He is an IEEE Life Fellow, an Academician of Academia Sinica, a Foreign Member of the Chinese Academy of Engineering, and a Member of the U.S. National Academy of Engineering.
Professor Sze passed away on November 6, 2023, at the age of 87. Yet throughout this course, his presence and wisdom remain with us.
บทที่ 1:Introduction, Energy Bands and Carrier Concentration in Thermal Equilibrium
บทที่ 2:Current Transport Phenomena Equilibrium
บทที่ 3:P-N Junction
บทที่ 4:MOS Capacitor
บทที่ 5:MOSFET
บทที่ 6:Non-volatile Semiconductor Memory
The course consists of five major modules, focusing on both the fundamental concepts and the underlying principles of semiconductor devices.
Through lectures and worked examples, learners will build a strong foundation in semiconductor device physics. Selected topics also introduce practical applications, helping students connect theoretical concepts with real-world semiconductor technologies.
The course is organized into five major modules, each consisting of several short lessons.
Each lesson is presented as a video of approximately 10–30 minutes, allowing learners to study at their own pace.
After each chapter, an optional quiz is provided for learners to assess their understanding of the course content.
Each quiz consists of multiple-choice questions with four options. All questions are based on the information covered in the course videos.
Learners who achieve a total score of 60 points or above will be eligible to download a Certificate of Completion (a fee is required for certificate issuance).
This course is designed primarily for third-year undergraduate students or above majoring in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related disciplines.
Students are recommended to have a basic understanding of the following subjects before taking this course:
📚 Recommended Textbook
S. M. Sze & M. K. Lee, Semiconductor Devices: Physics and Technology, 3rd Edition, Wiley, Hoboken, 2012.
AThe course covers fundamental concepts in semiconductor and device physics, making it most relevant to fields such as electronics and technology.
Anyone with an interest in electronics and semiconductors is warmly welcome to enroll.