UPM University is the only course focused on ultrapure water for the microelectronics industry, prioritizing immediately applicable knowledge which is not taught at universities. Run by leading industry experts, new industry entrants can quickly get up to speed with the fundamentals of their role, best practices for system management, and leading-edge solutions. UPM University is connected to UltraFacility – an established network of ultrapure water and high-purity environment professionals, technical knowledge base, and online and in-person networking platform.
This comprehensive course is carefully tailored for new entrants to the microelectronics industry who specialise in ultrapure water – such as facility engineers, technicians, or service providers. Motivated individuals should enroll to kick-start their career, complement on-the-job training, and accelerate their pathway to becoming an industry leader.
Lead instructors for the UPM University are highly experienced industry practitioners who have expertise in their field. Instructors deliver the course with a mixture of theoretical knowledge, real-life examples, and interactive opportunities.
Inspire the next generation of ultrapure water engineers, technicians and providers. Pass on your knowledge through playing your part in interactive workshops or helping trainees benchmark solutions in their capstone project.
Learn about the fundamentals of UPW, leveraging practical knowledge from experts in the supply chain to meet demanding facility challenges. The course includes:
25 hours of lectures
Monthly interactive workshops
18-month enrolment
11 Modules
Each module provides:
Expert-led on-demand lecture covering fundamentals
Preparatory assignments, quizzes & reading materials
Interactive workshop covering practical applications
Feedback and discussion with industry experts
Industry overview and manufacturing process fundamentals
Quality specification and yield enhancement
UPW distribution systems
Role of the UPW engineer
UPW process performance management
UPW system capacity management
Considerations of environmental sustainability in UPW system design
UPW system maintenance
Statistical Process Control; Continuous Improvement and Risk and Failure Analysis
1 Capstone Project
The capstone project will focus on cross-industry collaboration, benchmarking solutions, and supply chain engagement. You will have to prove your skills by submitting a capstone project which involves connecting with the supply chain, performing analysis, and problem-solving.
Earn your Certificate of Completion in UPW Fundamentals
Upon completion of the course, you’ll have demonstrated: