💻 IT · Digital
Semiconductors Made Easy: Just the Essentials
⏱ Training hours4 hours
🏢 FormatOn-site delivery · Customized design
👤 InstructorJohn Kim
✅ Key outcomeA stronger grasp of technology-driven business
Semiconductors Made Easy: Just the Essentials is a B2B corporate training program that takes you from basic semiconductor principles to the global industry ecosystem in just 4 hours. In expert sessions led by John Kim, CEO of Nanum Consulting, you will cover semiconductor types and principles, manufacturing processes, and value chain analysis, so the complex structure of the industry becomes clear and easy to grasp. Organized into 4 core modules, the course is designed so that even non-engineers can pick up practical knowledge in a short time. Analysis of global semiconductor competition and the industry ecosystem also provides the insight needed to shape future business strategy. The curriculum draws on Nanum Consulting’s experience training 50+ major corporations and institutions.
💻 Start learning this topic with an online course →Who is this course for?
This course suits new hires who need a foundation in the semiconductor industry, employees moving into semiconductor-related roles from other departments, and planning, marketing, and sales staff who need to understand the semiconductor ecosystem. It is designed to be easy to follow without a technical background, so we recommend it for anyone in any role who wants to build a structured foundation in semiconductors.
What will you learn?
- Easily understand the basic principles and industry structure of semiconductors
Curriculum
Module 1: Semiconductor principles and types
- Conductors, insulators, and semiconductors explained simply
- Understanding vacuum tubes, transistors, and integrated circuits
- System semiconductors (CPU, GPU, AP, NPU, CIS, etc.)
- Memory semiconductors (RAM, ROM, flash memory, HBM, etc.)
Module 2: The semiconductor industry ecosystem
- Integrated device manufacturers (Samsung Electronics, Intel, SK hynix, Micron, etc.)
- Foundries (TSMC, Samsung Electronics, UMC, SMIC, GlobalFoundries, DB HiTek, etc.)
- Fabless (Qualcomm, NVIDIA, Apple (in-house design), AMD, MediaTek, etc.)
- OSAT (Amkor, ASE, JCET, SPIL, Hana Micron, Nepes, etc.)
Module 3: Understanding semiconductor processes made easy
- Wafer manufacturing (making the thin silicon disc on which circuits are etched)
- Oxidation, photolithography, and etching (insulate, pattern the circuit, and carve it in)
- Deposition, ion implantation, and metal interconnects (build the layers, tune the properties, lay the electrical paths)
- CMP, testing, and packaging (smoothing the surface, checking performance, and packing)
Module 4: The semiconductor value chain and global competition
- Equipment (ASML, AMAT, LAM, TEL, EBARA, Hanmi Semiconductor, etc.)
- Materials (SUMCO, Siltronic, JSR, TOK, HOYA, AGC, etc.)
- Tools and consumables (3M, Disco, Saesol, Shinhan, Cabot, Fujimi, etc.)
- Trends in key countries (U.S., Taiwan, Korea, Japan, China, Europe)
Expected results / After the course
- A deeper understanding of technology-driven business
On-site training references
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About the instructor
John KimInstructor John Kim, author of “B2B Marketing Design” and CEO of Nanum ConsultingView profile →
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FAQ
This course suits new hires who need a foundation in the semiconductor industry, employees moving into semiconductor-related roles from other departments, and planning, marketing, and sales staff who need to understand the semiconductor ecosystem. It is designed to be easy to follow without a technical background, so we recommend it for anyone in any role who wants to build a structured foundation in semiconductors.
Its biggest differentiator is that it distills complex semiconductor concepts down to the essentials, so you can learn them efficiently within 4 hours. Cutting-edge technologies such as ASML EUV equipment and CMP processes are visualized with real images and diagrams to deepen understanding, and the course goes beyond technical explanations to cover the industry ecosystem and global competitive landscape.
The course runs 4 hours in total, delivered in a single day to minimize disruption to work. Pricing depends on the number of participants, the delivery format (in person or online), and the level of customization, so we provide an exact quote on inquiry.
John Kim has extensive experience delivering semiconductor training at many large and mid-sized corporations. He is well known for explaining complex technical content simply and clearly, built on a deep understanding of the entire semiconductor industry, and has earned high satisfaction ratings from participating companies.
Semiconductors Made Easy: Just the Essentials
Semiconductors Made Easy: Just the Essentials is a B2B corporate training program that takes you from basic semiconductor principles to the global industry ecosystem in just 4 hours
Training objectives
- Easily understand the basic principles and industry structure of semiconductors
Expected results
- A deeper understanding of technology-driven business
Curriculum
Module 1Module 1: Semiconductor principles and types
- Conductors, insulators, and semiconductors explained simply
- Understanding vacuum tubes, transistors, and integrated circuits
- System semiconductors (CPU, GPU, AP, NPU, CIS, etc.)
- Memory semiconductors (RAM, ROM, flash memory, HBM, etc.)
Module 2Module 2: The semiconductor industry ecosystem
- Integrated device manufacturers (Samsung Electronics, Intel, SK hynix, Micron, etc.)
- Foundries (TSMC, Samsung Electronics, UMC, SMIC, GlobalFoundries, DB HiTek, etc.)
- Fabless (Qualcomm, NVIDIA, Apple (in-house design), AMD, MediaTek, etc.)
- OSAT (Amkor, ASE, JCET, SPIL, Hana Micron, Nepes, etc.)
Module 3Module 3: Understanding semiconductor processes made easy
- Wafer manufacturing (making the thin silicon disc on which circuits are etched)
- Oxidation, photolithography, and etching (insulate, pattern the circuit, and carve it in)
- Deposition, ion implantation, and metal interconnects (build the layers, tune the properties, lay the electrical paths)
- CMP, testing, and packaging (smoothing the surface, checking performance, and packing)
Module 4Module 4: The semiconductor value chain and global competition
- Equipment (ASML, AMAT, LAM, TEL, EBARA, Hanmi Semiconductor, etc.)
- Materials (SUMCO, Siltronic, JSR, TOK, HOYA, AGC, etc.)
- Tools and consumables (3M, Disco, Saesol, Shinhan, Cabot, Fujimi, etc.)
- Trends in key countries (U.S., Taiwan, Korea, Japan, China, Europe)
About the instructor
John Kim, Lead Instructor
10 years in industry · 15 years teaching (3,000+ lectures)
Education
· MBA (advanced major: Marketing), Korea University Graduate School of Business (graduated)
· Sungkyunkwan University Consultant Program (completed)
· Sogang University Graduate School of Business, Short-Term MBA (completed)
· Seoul National University Lifelong Education Instructor Development Program (completed)
· Chung-Ang University, B.A. in English Language and Literature (graduated)
Experience
· Current: CEO, Nanum Consulting
· Formerly at Hyosung Corp., Daeduck Electronics and Shinhan Diamond: overseas assignments and strategic planning (10+ years)
· Current partner instructor, Expert Consulting
· Current: Partner instructor, PSI Consulting
· (Current) Partner instructor, Korea SMEs and Startups Agency and SME Training Institute
Credentials and publications
· Certified consultant
· Certified teacher
· Completed official IDEO Design Thinking training
· B2B Marketing Design (1 Apr 2025)
· The Chinese Diamond Tool Market: Present and Future (co-authored, Korea Tool Association)
· Battles That Changed History and Innovative Weapons (in progress)