Overview
IEC 60747-16-10:2004 - Technology Approval Schedule (TAS) for monolithic microwave integrated circuits (MMICs) - defines the terms, symbols, quality system, test, assessment and verification methods relevant to the design, manufacture and supply of MMICs under the IECQ-CECC Quality Assessment System for Electronic Components. The standard helps manufacturers and certifying bodies demonstrate compliance with the general requirements of the IECQ-CECC system and provides a harmonized framework for technology approval of MMIC processes and products.
Key Topics
- Scope & Definitions: standardized terminology, units and preferred values for MMIC technology.
- Quality System Requirements: alignment with IECQ-CECC procedures and requirements for process control and documentation.
- Technology Flow & Process Control: flow charts and process descriptions covering design, mask manufacture, wafer fabrication, wafer probing, back-side processes, assembly, testing, packaging and shipping.
- Validation & Verification: methods for process validation, equipment and material controls, rework policies, and criteria for release/validity of product shipments.
- Testing & Test Procedures: guidance on MMIC testing, test equipment interfaces, test process boundary verification and product verification.
- Supply Chain Controls: requirements for subcontractor control, vendor interfaces and management of internal suppliers.
- Process Characterization: identification and documentation of key process characteristics and characterization procedures.
- Administration: procedures for technology approval, withdrawal of approval, and references to IEC/ISO directives.
Applications
- Manufacturers of MMICs use IEC 60747-16-10 to document and validate production processes, ensure consistent wafer fabrication, assembly, and testing, and to prepare for IECQ-CECC Technology Approval.
- Quality managers and process engineers employ the TAS to define process controls, validation plans and test verification strategies that support certified supply to international markets.
- Certification bodies, auditors and procurement teams rely on the TAS when assessing vendor capability, approving technologies, or accepting components produced under the IECQ-CECC system.
- Test laboratories use the document to align MMIC measurement procedures and equipment requirements with recognized industry practice.
Practical Benefits
- Facilitates international trade by harmonizing technology approval requirements for MMICs across IECQ-CECC member countries.
- Reduces duplicated testing and expedites market acceptance by providing a clear path for certification and verified manufacturing processes.
- Improves product quality and traceability through standardized process control, validation and documentation.
Related Standards
- IEC 60747 series (Semiconductor devices) - broader semiconductor device standards.
- IEC QC 210000 / IECQ-CECC System - Technology Approval and quality assessment framework referenced by the TAS.
- ISO/IEC Directives (Part 2) - used in drafting and editorial structure.
Open preview (PDF)Semiconductor devices - Part 16-10: Technology Approval Schedule (TAS) for monolithic microwave integrated circuits
