SEMICON West connects you to the innovations, ideas, and information driving the business and technology of microelectronics manufacturing—as well as exciting new and expanding opportunities in MEMS, photovoltaics, nano-electronics, solid state lighting, renewable energy, and more.

For the complete chronological schedule of events, please view the Event Schedule page.

Featured Programs
	SEMI/Gartner Market Symposium Monday, July 14, 1:00pm–5:30pm SEMI Packaging Summit Tuesday, July 15, 10:30am–12:30pm NEW LOCATION: The Novellus Theater at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts How to Breathe New Life into Old Fabs Tuesday, July 15, 1:30pm–5:30pm (new start time!) North American Photovoltaic Advanced Manufacturing Conference Session 1: Thin Film/Equipment Tuesday, July 15, 2:00pm–6:00pm Session 2: Bulk Silicon/PV Manufacturing Wednesday, July 16, 9:00am–1:00pm ITRS Summer Public Conference Wednesday, July 16, 7:00am–6:00pm The 450mm Transition: When Will it Make Economic Sense for the Semiconductor Industry Ecosystem? Thursday, July 17, 8:00am–9:30am
Keynotes
	From the increased integration between chip design and manufacturing, to the opportunities and challenges presented by the mobile electronics revolution, the lineup of keynotes at SEMICON West 2008 will connect you to the industry's most critical business and technology trends.
TechXPOTs
	The TechXPOTs are the places to hear technologists and innovative companies explore topical issues and trends shaping key segments and technologies
		Device Scaling TechXPOT Test, Assembly & Packaging TechXPOT Emerging Markets TechXPOT
Short Courses and Workshops
	Whether you are new to the industry and are looking for the fundamentals of semiconductor manufacturing, or looking to learn new techniques and advance your skills, you'll find a variety of short courses and workshops at SEMICON West 2008 to fit your needs.
Standards Education
	Learn how to apply and implement SEMI® Standards and get the most out of standards through our series of Standards Education workshops.
EHS/Sustainability Programs
	SEMICON West 2008 is the place to get connected to the current trends and issues driving environment, health, safety, and sustainability in the industry today. Learn more about the EHS and Sustainability programs and events at SEMICON West 2008.