Starting Your Microelectronics Career, Part B is a self-paced, asynchronous course based on the Entering Mentoring curriculum developed by the Center for the Improvement of Mentored Experiences in Research (CIMER). Building on Part A, this eight-week course prepares students for successful research, internship, and co-op experiences by strengthening skills in project management, critical thinking, technical communication, and professional mentoring relationships. Students will explore the research cycle, workplace conflict resolution, resilience, work/life balance, and career development strategies, including resumes, LinkedIn profiles, technical posters, and elevator speeches. Students who successfully complete both Part A and Part B will earn a certificate of completion.
Format: Online, asynchronous
Platform: Canvas via nanoHUB
Estimated Time: 12 hours
Level: Beginner
Prerequisites: None
Audience: Undergraduate students preparing for their first research assignment or internship
Learning Objectives:
Enhance strategies to proactively manage a mentoring relationship.
Strengthen skills in developing disciplinary knowledge, thinking critically, navigating workplace conflict, and effectively communicating technical ideas.
Develop your professional identity as a microelectronics engineer or scientist, including teamwork and communication proficiency.
Complete a personal statement to reflect on your experiences and your career goals to use for graduate school admissions, internship and research applications, and interview preparation.
Request Course Enrollment
To enroll in this course, complete the course registration form. The SCALE team will review your request and arrange enrollment in the Canvas course on nanoHUB.