Senior Capstone: Process Improvement Project

Students will identify a process challenge within semiconductor manufacturing, apply problem-solving methodologies, and propose/implement data-driven solutions. The course emphasizes project management, data analysis, and technical communication essential for industry roles. It requires students to synthesize learning from previous courses and demonstrate professional-level competence in process optimization.

Course outline

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01Course Introduction & Capstone Project Overviewlecture

02Problem Identification & Project Proposal Developmentlecture

03Literature Review & Current State Analysislecture

04Defining Project Scope & Objectiveslecture

05Process Mapping & Data Collection Strategieslecture

06Data Analysis & Root Cause Identificationlecture

07Lean & Six Sigma Tools for Process Improvementlecture

08Solution Generation & Selectionlecture

09Implementation Planning & Risk Assessmentlecture

10Project Execution & Data Validationlecture

11Results Analysis & Performance Measurementlecture

12Final Report Writing & Technical Documentationlecture

13Presentation Development & Public Speaking Skillslecture

14Final Project Presentations & Course Wrap-uplecture

Syllabus

Each week focuses on a key project phase, guiding students from problem identification through solution implementation and evaluation. Students will work independently or in small teams on an approved project, meeting weekly with instructors for progress reviews and mentorship. Deliverables include a project proposal, interim reports, a final project report, and a comprehensive oral presentation. Academic integrity and professional conduct are paramount; all work must be original and properly cited. Attendance at weekly online sessions and active participation in discussions are expected. Late submissions will incur penalties, and all major project components are required for course completion.