This module explores the external influence on R&D in a competitive environment, and summarizes the course

Each participant develops a complete, functional, technical system. Starting from the initial idea, a mechanical concept and an electrical design are created. Then, the parts are fabricated and assembled, followed by programming the software and measuring the function, before finally analyzing generated data and documenting the process.

The course provides the framework of facilitating and organizing innovation and R&D.

This online module will cover the fundamental science and technology underlying modern electronics and will prepare participants to better understand the other three courses of the CAS AED program.

Innovation involves bringing ideas to market, addressing challenges, and understanding the lifecycle of products and ideas.

The inner working of the R&D organization is investigated. Roles and processes are explored.

Power semiconductor devices are the core of today's energy efficient electronics. However, without adequate integration into power electronic systems, they remain useless. This is achieved by providing application-tailored modules. The development of power modules is reviewed from basic design and material considerations, with special emphasis on simulation and characterization techniques.

Power semiconductor devices are the core of today's energy efficient electronics. In this course, an understanding of the functionality of modern power devices is developed. Typical device concepts for power rectifiers and transistors are discussed. In addition to silicon-based devices, wide bandgap semiconductors such as silicon carbide (SiC) and gallium nitride (GaN) are considered.

This course will describe the fundamental building blocks of modern electronics, the semiconductor devices. It includes important practical aspects such as manufacturing, characterization, and application.