Mastering Electrostatic Discharge Control (ESD) for Engineering Professionals

LU1 Introduction to Electrostatic Discharge Control (ESD)

Topic 1 Basics of ESD

• Static Charge Generation
• How ESD Occurs
• Types of ESD Events (HBM, MM and CDM) in IC chips
• ESD Catastrophic and Latent Failure Modes
• Economic and Operational Impact of ESD on IC Manufacturing Processes

Topic 2 ESD Control Principles, Equipment and Practices 

• Grounding and Bonding Principles
• Electrostatic Field Shielding
• Elimination or Reduction of Charge Generation
• Proper Handling and Storage of ESD-sensitive (ESDS) Items
• Grounding Systems (Grounded Workstations, Grounding Wrist Straps and Footwear)
• Anti-static Materials (ESD Mats, Conductive Bags and Containers)
• Ionization Devices (Air Ionizers for Neutralizing Charges)
• ESD Monitoring Equipment (ESD Monitors and Alarms)
• ESD Control Garments (Smocks, Gloves and Finger Cots)
• Setting Up EPA
• ESD-Safe Packaging and Transport
• Maintenance of ESD Control Equipment
• Common Mistakes to Avoid in ESDS Environment

LU2 Preventive Measures for Electrostatic Discharge Control (ESD)

Topic 3 ESD Control Standards, Testing and Auditing 

• Overview of Relevant ESD Control Standards (ANSI/ESD S20.20 and IEC 61340)
• Compliance Requirements for ESD-Controlled Environments
• ESD Control Testing Procedures (Wrist Strap and Footwear Testing, Surface Resistance Testing and Ionization Efficiency Testing)
• Periodic Auditing of ESD Control Measures
• ESD Performance Metrics

Topic 4 Employee Training and Awareness of ESD Control

• Role of Employees in ESD Control
• Fostering Awareness of ESD-Safe Behavior
• Identifying, Analyzing and Reporting ESD Incidents
• Corrective Actions to Mitigate Future ESD Risks
• Certification of Competency in ESD Control

Prerequisite:

Software Requirement:

HRDF Funding

Please refer to this video https://youtu.be/Kzpd-V1F9Xs

1-     HRD Corp Grant Helper

How to submit grant applications for HRD Corp Claimable Courses

2-     Employers are required to apply for the grant at least one week before training commences.

Employers must submit their applications with supporting documents, including invoices/quotations, trainer profiles, training schedule and course content.

3-     First, Login to Employer’s e-TRIS account -https://etris.hrdcorp.gov.my

Second, Click Application

4-     Click Grant on the left side under Applications

5-     Click Apply Grant on the left side under Applications

6-     Click Apply

7-     Choose a Scheme Code and select HRD Corp Claimable Courses: Skim Bantuan Latihan Khas. Then, click Apply

8-     Scheme Code represents all types of training that suit the requirements provided by HRD Corp. Below are the list of schemes offered by HRD Corp:

9-     Select your Immediate Officer and click Next

10-  Select a Training Provider, then click Next

11-  Please select a training programme from the list, then key in all the required details and click Next

Select your desired training programme.

Give an explanation on why the participant is required to attend the training. E.g., related to their tasks/ career development, etc.

Explain the background and objective of this training.

Select a relevant focus area. For Employer-Specific Courses, select ‘Not Applicable’.

12-  If the training programme is a micro-credential programme, you are required to complete these 3 fields. Save and click Next

Insert MiCAS Application number

13-  Based on the nine (9) pillars listed below, HRD Corp Focus Area Courses are closely tied to support government initiatives towards nation building. As such, courses offered through the HRD Corp Focus Areas are designed to provide the workforce with skills required for current and future demands. Details of the focus areas are as follows:

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15-  Select the correct type of training according to the actual type of training, or as mentioned in the training brochure:

16-  Please key in the Training Location and click Next

17-  Please select the Level of Certification and click Next

18-  Please follow the instructions and key in trainee details

19-  Click Add Batch, then click Save

20-  Click Add Trainee Details

21-  Please key in all the required details, then click Add

22-  Click Add if there are more participants. Once done, click Save

23-  Click Next

24-  Please key in the course fees and allowance details, then click Save

25-  Estimated cost includes the course fees/external trainer fees, allowances, and consumable training materials. Please comply with the HRD Corp Allowable Cost Matrix.

26-  Select Upfront Payment to Training Provider and key in the percentage from 0% to 30%. Then, click Save and Next

27-  Complete the declaration form and select a desired officer

28-  Add all the required documents, then click Add Attachment. Then, click Save and Submit Application

29-  Once the New Grant Application is successfully submitted, the Grant Officer will evaluate the application accordingly. The application may be queried if additional information is required.

The application status will be updated via the employer’s dashboard, email, and the e-TRiS inbox.

• ESD Control Engineer
• Electronics Manufacturing Specialist
• Quality Assurance Engineer
• Safety Compliance Officer
• Product Design Engineer
• Process Improvement Specialist
• Maintenance Technician
• Facility Operations Manager
• Environmental Health and Safety Specialist
• Semiconductor Engineer
• Technical Training Coordinator
• Circuit Board Assembly Technician
• Production Supervisor
• Engineering Consultant
• Electrical Systems Analyst
• Robotics Engineer
• Device Calibration Specialist
• Reliability Engineer
• Test and Measurement Technician
• Industrial Engineer

Dr. Lai Weng Hong: A skillful, resourceful and passionate leader of large-scale and complex endeavors in the semiconductor industry.

27 years of successful public-private partnership management, program management, business development and engineering experience across the entire semiconductor supply chain from design, fabrication, testing and failure/material analysis.

Founding Chairman of the National Committee for Semiconductor Devices and Technology in collaboration with Enterprise Singapore and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) since 2014. Honorary Secretary of Executive Committee of the Singapore Semiconductor Industry Association (SSIA) from 2011 to 2019. Chairman of Management Council Strata Title 4071 since 2020.

Skilled in forging collaborative, harmonious and efficient working relationships across roles, sectors, cultures and nationalities. Keen eye for opportunities and gaps with the ability to respond quickly and effectively to address them. Well-connected to other leaders in the semiconductor and other industries as well as government agencies. Highly proficient in both oral and written English and Chinese technical communication.