[NEWS]Vice President Lai Unveiled Semiconductor Talent Cultivation Base

In response to the increasing demand for professionals in the semiconductor industry, Minghsin University of Science and Technology has further expanded its commitment to semiconductor education. After establishing Taiwan's first "Semiconductor Packaging and Testing Factory" in 2019 and founding the country's first "Semiconductor School" in 2021, the university has enlarged its efforts by inaugurating the first "Semiconductor Industry Equipment, Facility, and Testing Talent Cultivation Base (半導體產業設備廠務與檢測人才培育基地) ," focusing primarily on equipment, facilities, and testing. The inauguration ceremony took place on December 5th, with the presence of Vice President Lai Ching-Te (賴清德), Minister of Education Pan Wen-Chung (潘文忠), UMC's Honorary Vice Chair Hsuan Ming-Chih (宣明智), as well as representatives from academia and industry.

In his address, Vice President Lai highlighted the semiconductor industry as a vital asset to Taiwan, expressing confidence in its sustained growth through collaboration between government, industry, and academia. Minghsin Tech's “Semiconductor Talent Cultivation Base” has been strategically set up to address industry needs. With support from the Ministry of Education and industry collaboration, the base receives funding for equipment and attracts industry experts to bridge the gap between academic learning and practical application, cultivating professionals ready for the workforce.

President Liu Kuo-Wei (劉國偉) of Minghsin Tech pointed out that the newly completed "Semiconductor Industry Equipment, Facility, and Testing Talent Cultivation Base" is an expansion of the existing base, occupying four times the original space. The new base includes the original "Semiconductor Packaging and Testing Factory" and adds the "Semiconductor Facility Factory," "Semiconductor Equipment Factory," "Semiconductor Testing Factory," and "Semiconductor Inspection Factory." Covering an area of approximately 1,100 ping, it stands as the largest practical semiconductor teaching base among all universities and colleges in Taiwan. From packaging, testing, equipment, and inspection to facility, it aims to emulate a "Mini TSMC," providing students with real-world semiconductor practice.

The newly established base at Minghsin Tech will not only serve as an educational facility but also as a training ground for new employees in the semiconductor industry and for certification examinations. Various line factories will offer tailored training courses to meet semiconductor manpower needs. Additionally, collaborations with the Industrial Development Administration of the Ministry of Economic Affairs, the Institute for Information Industry, and the Taiwan Electrical and Electronic Manufacturers' Association will facilitate different stages of certification exams. This comprehensive approach aims to nurture a diverse range of professional talents that align with the needs of the industry. (Provided by the Semiconductor School)