CPE182 Lecture 8: IC Fabrication Quality Management

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What is the primary focus of Statistical Process Control (SPC)?

  • Investigating the root causes of defects in ICs
  • Monitoring and controlling the manufacturing process using statistical methods (correct)
  • Testing and inspection of ICs to meet specified requirements
  • Optimizing design layouts to reduce process complexity

Which technique is primarily used in Failure Analysis?

  • Design for Manufacturability (DFM)
  • Control charts
  • Microscopy (correct)
  • Process capability analysis

What is the goal of Design for Manufacturability (DFM)?

  • Rigorous testing and inspection of ICs
  • Monitoring and controlling manufacturing processes
  • Reducing waste in the manufacturing process
  • Designing ICs with manufacturing considerations to improve yield and reliability (correct)

Which methodology aims at reducing defects and variations in manufacturing processes?

<p>Six Sigma (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of Quality Assurance Testing in manufacturing?

<p>Ensuring ICs meet specified performance and reliability requirements (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is quality management important in IC fabrication processes?

<p>To identify and eliminate defects early (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do minor defects in semiconductor devices impact performance?

<p>They can cause significant performance issues or failures (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which standard provides a structured approach to compliance for semiconductor manufacturers?

<p>ISO 9001 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of high-quality ICs that contributes to customer satisfaction?

<p>Reliability and delivery (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does quality management contribute to semiconductor fabrication facilities?

<p>By fostering a culture of continuous improvement (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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