Description
Operate robotic machines to clean, buff, and polish the wafers using a process called lapping. The result is wafers of silicon with a surface roughness of less than one millionth of a millimeter.
Alternative labels
wafers lapping
wafers polishing
wafer lapping
wafer polishing
polishing wafers
lap wafers
lapping wafers
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
occupation-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Polish wafers is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Semiconductor processor: Semiconductor processors manufacture electronic semiconductors as well as semiconductor devices, such as microchips or integrated circuits (IC’s). They may also repair, test, and review the products. Semiconductor processors work in cleanrooms and therefore need to wear a special lightweight outfit that fits over their clothing to prevent particles from contaminating their worksite.
Optional skill
Polish wafers is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
References
- Polish wafers – ESCO