The Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science, together with the Faculty of Physics, is organizing an open introductory course on the fundamentals of semiconductor technology and science, intended for students and other individuals interested in semiconductors and their role as the foundation of modern technologies.

The course title is Fundamentals of Semiconductor Technology and Science and it consists of three modules (each lasting 5 hours), plus 5 hours of practical activities. The course provides participants with a practical introduction to semiconductors and their modern applications – circuits, displays, energy, and smart devices – using real-world examples from industry and research.

The course will be held in person (UBB building), according to the following schedule:

• Overview of the Semiconductor Industry: Fundamentals, Present, and Perspectives, Andrei ALDEA, Phd. stud., 25-26 February 2026, 09:00-12:00
   
  This module presents an overview of the semiconductor industry, highlighting its strategic role in the global economy and geopolitics, as well as the physical foundations that explain the operation of modern electronic devices. Essential concepts are introduced, such as Moore’s Law, the structure of semiconductor materials, charge carriers, and doping, which are necessary for understanding transistors and integrated circuits. The course examines current technological limits and possible directions for the industry’s evolution, in the context of increasingly demanding requirements driven by technological progress and the development of advanced artificial intelligence models.
• Semiconductor-Based Electronic Circuits (Analog and Digital), Andrea SIMION, Assist., 26 February 2026, 13:00-18:00
   
  This module explores the central role of semiconductors in contemporary electronics and technologies, from the relationship between the physical properties of materials and device operation to their use in complex analog and digital circuits. Key technologies are analyzed, including thin films, optoelectronic devices, and solutions for energy conversion and storage, with an emphasis on modern materials and processes. The topics addressed highlight both current limitations and development directions for semiconductor-based applications in industry, energy, and intelligent systems.
• Fundamentals of Electronic Circuits: Concepts, Analysis, and Simulation Alexandru KIRALY, Phd. stud., 25 şi 27 February 2026, 13:00-18:00
   
  This module provides a structured introduction to the fundamentals of electronics, starting with essential notions of voltage and current and continuing with filtering principles and circuit behavior under real operating conditions. Concepts related to the design of robust and resilient circuits are presented, ensuring reliable operation in the presence of noise, load variations, and faults. The module concludes with the use of circuit simulation as a fundamental tool for analysis, verification, and optimization, providing the foundation for the design and understanding of modern electronic systems.

The course will conclude with an evaluation of the concepts presented, and participants will receive a certificate of participation.

The participation fee is free of charge for all participants.

Important deadlines:

• By 20 February 2026, 4:00 PM: pre-registration – Individuals interested in this course are invited to complete a pre-registration form (https://forms.office.com/e/5JmaYNfpDq);
• After completing the pre-registration, details for completing the professional training contract will be sent. Information regarding this stage will be communicated individually by email to all registered participants.

Contact person:
Alexandrina-Ramona Kiraly, alexandrina.colt@ubbcluj.ro