The Challenge of Scale: Semiconductor Innovation and Manufacturing

Semiconductors power everything from smartphones to national defense systems. This course offers a foundational look at how these critical components are made and why they matter. Explore semiconductor physics, chip design, and the challenges of global manufacturing and supply chains. Learn about emerging materials, nanoscale engineering, and the role of AI in advancing the field. Perfect for policy professionals, tech leaders, or curious learners, join instructor Dana Weinstein as she demystifies microelectronics and helps you grasp the forces shaping tomorrow’s digital economy.

Learning objectives
Evaluate semiconductors' significance to society and the implications of unreliable or untrusted supply chains.
Analyze the policy and business implications surrounding the semiconductor industry, both existing and emerging, including potential future state.
Formulate informed initial opinions, engage in high-level discussions, and interpret the subtext and implications of semiconductor technology.