Learn next-level chip design skills

This program is perfect for:

  • Hardware design and verification engineers aiming to specialize in VLSI and ASIC development
  • Professionals seeking depth in either front-end logic or back-end physical design
  • Working professionals and international students needing structured, flexible credentialing
  • Engineers and technologists preparing to meet the growing global semiconductor workforce demand

The original home of the Silicon Chip

We are an Education Partner with the U.S. Chips Act. Our Silicon Valley-based instructors are leaders in global chip design companies and startups, teaching you the latest trends and best practices in VLSI and chip design. Our professional certificate program offers two design tracks: front-end & back-end design.

  • Integrated circuit curriculum including ASIC, semiconductor, EDA, device, and integrated circuits.
  • Hands-on practice with premier tools—Cadence, OpenROAD, Siemens, and Synopsys.

You will receive:

  • Mentored instruction
  • Industry-aligned curriculum
  • Hands-on projects to build your resume
  • In-person, remote, flex, weekend, & evening classes
  • 9–12 months to complete a certificate
  • Approved for workforce funding
  • F-1 visa-compliant
  • International OPT opportunities

 

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A professional certificate program developed by Silicon Valley experts

Learn more about this University of California professional certificate program in Silicon Chip Design.

View a recent informational session about the Silicon Chip Design and Semiconductor Engineering program.