M700 Series Training Programs
Level 1: Basic System Operation and Minor Preventive Maintenance
Introduction to the overall system layout, configuration, basic operation and performance of low level preventive maintenance tasks.
- Objectives: Upon completion the student will be able to identify the major assemblies and sub-assemblies of the system, perform low-level preventive maintenance procedures (including wet cleaning of the etch chamber) and program and operate the necessary software programs for running wafers. Also, the student will be able to recognize and explain the system's basic normal operation sequence and indications and perform diagnostics to verify proper operations.
- Prerequisites: None
- Ideal Experience: At least 3 months in industry, 1 month with the M700 Series Plasma Etcher.
Level 2: Advanced Preventive Maintenance and Expanded System Operation
Focus on performing scheduled preventive maintenance to the highest established level and an in-depth exposure to the system diagnostic checks.
- Objective: Upon completion the student will be able to perform preventive maintenance using the proper procedures while working on a team. In addition, written and performance-based evaluations will be used to determine comprehension level of the system operation software.
- Prerequisites: Completion of Level 1 Training
- Ideal Experience: At least 6 months in industry, 2 additional months with the M700 Series Plasma Etcher.
Level 3: System Calibration and Troubleshooting
This level of training will provide the student with the necessary tools to perform system calibrations and alignments, including RF calibration and wafer transfer alignment. In addition, basic troubleshooting procedures specific to the M700 will be introduced.
- Objectives: Upon completion the student will be able to demonstrate, through performance, the proper procedures used to calibrate and align various sub-assemblies of the M700 system. Understanding of the overall operation of the system will be evaluated by a troubleshooting test. Defective components will be introduced into the M700, and the student will be required to identify the symptom, logically locate the problem, and repair or replace the defective component or condition.
- Prerequisites: Completion of Level 2 Training
- Ideal experience: At least 9 months in industry, 2 additional months with the M700 Series Plasma Etcher.