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A2 · ElementaryVietnam·Work, Education & Business

Vietnam Trains More People to Make Computer Chips

Key Vocabulary

Word / PhraseMeaningExample
chipa very small electronic part used in computers and other machinesA smartphone contains many computer chips.
studenta person who studies at a school or universityThe student wants to study electronics.
trainto teach someone the skills needed for a jobUniversities want to train more engineers.
engineera person who designs or works with machines and technologyShe wants to become an engineer.
skillan ability to do something wellComputer skills are useful for many jobs.

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Computer chips are very small. But they are important. Phones, cars and computers need them.

Vietnam wants a bigger semiconductor industry. The government wants at least 50,000 highly trained workers in this industry by 2030. [1]

Universities are important for this plan. A 2024 report said 35 Vietnamese colleges and universities had semiconductor or related programs. [2]

Students can learn electronics, computer technology and chip design. They need both lessons and practical skills.

Training many people takes time. Universities need teachers, laboratories and equipment. Companies also need skilled workers. [3]

Vietnam hopes education can help it grow a high-tech industry. A small chip can create a very big need for knowledge.

Discussion Questions

  1. What technology do you use every day?
  2. What jobs are growing in your country?
  3. What skills should university students learn?
  4. Would you like to work with computers or electronics? Why?
  5. How can schools help people prepare for new jobs?

References

  1. Vietnam Ministry of Planning and Investment, "Human resources development programme for semiconductor industry."
  2. U.S. International Trade Administration, "Vietnam Education Semiconductor Training."
  3. OECD STIP Compass, "National Semiconductor Human Resources Programme."