The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bhubaneswar has partnered with MOSart Labs, a private organisation focused on providing professional skill training, to launch a professional diploma programme in semiconductor technology and chip design for engineering graduates.
The programme is designed to equip engineering graduates with the skills necessary for various specialisations in very large-scale integration (VLSI), covering areas such as semiconductor technology, analog design, digital design, design verification, physical design, layout design, validation, and test and measurements, according to a statement from the institute on Wednesday.
An MoU was signed between IIT Bhubaneswar and MOSart Labs on Tuesday, formalising the collaboration. “IIT Bhubaneswar is committed to advancing high-impact education through strategic partnerships that bridge academic excellence with industry expertise,” said Shreepad Karmalkar, Director of IIT Bhubaneswar. He added that the collaboration with MOSart Labs to launch this professional diploma programme aligns with this vision.
The programme will be taught by a distinguished faculty comprising semiconductor industry leaders, IIT alumni, and faculty members from IIT Bhubaneswar, according to Vijay Shankar Pasupureddi, the programme coordinator. The course is primarily targeted at students who have completed their engineering degrees in electronics and communication, electrical, and computer science. It is also open to professionals currently working in the semiconductor industry, Pasupureddi added.
Programme Details
The diploma programme is structured into three modules. The first, known as the Launchpad Module, offers students a thorough understanding of the integrated circuit (IC) lifecycle and the VLSI industry landscape, along with an introduction to VLSI concepts.
Following the Launchpad Module, students will take an entrance exam to qualify for the next stages. Those who pass will move on to the Foundation Module, a semester-long programme featuring five courses that cover the basics of chip design and semiconductor technology.
The final module, the Specialisation Module, is also semester-long and includes three courses and a mini-project in the student’s chosen area of specialisation. This phase allows students to focus on practical, industry-level work and become industry-ready by gaining hands-on experience in their field.
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Krishna Kanth Avalur from MOSart Labs said, “With the government and industry working closely to build the semiconductor ecosystem in the country, this initiative is expected to create numerous opportunities for VLSI engineers. We believe this is the right time to introduce the programme, helping students across India upskill and become ready for the industry”.
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