Vol. 36 (2026): Volumen 36
Artículos de Investigación

Tamaulipas' educational capabilities for developing human capital in the semiconductor industry: diagnosis of secondary and higher education

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  • Victor Alejandro Torres Hernandez,
  • JOSE RAFAEL BACA PUMAREJO,
  • Daniel Cantu Cervantes,
  • Arturo Amaya Amaya
Victor Alejandro Torres Hernandez
Autonomous University of Tamaulipas
JOSE RAFAEL BACA PUMAREJO
UNIVERSIDAD AUTONOMA DE TAMAULIPAS
Daniel Cantu Cervantes
Autonomous University of Tamaulipas
Arturo Amaya Amaya
Autonomous University of Tamaulipas
DOI: https://doi.org/10.15174/au.2026.4692

Published 2026-03-04

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Torres Hernández, V. A., Baca Pumarejo, J. R., Cantú Cervantes, D., & Amaya Amaya, A. (2026). Tamaulipas’ educational capabilities for developing human capital in the semiconductor industry: diagnosis of secondary and higher education. Acta Universitaria, 36, 1–17. https://doi.org/10.15174/au.2026.4692

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Abstract

This research aimed to evaluate the level of vocational programs and subjects related to the semiconductor industry, focusing on human capital training in secondary and higher education levels. A mixed-methods approach was used to analyze institutional coverage, infrastructure, and program offerings. Through a review of documents and official data from the Tamaulipas Education Ministry, as well as interviews with officials and teachers, it was found that technical programs showed limited progress. Also, while there is evidence of teacher training, significant improvements in infrastructure and curriculum updates are necessary. This research suggests a need to innovate programs and courses tailored to the semiconductor industry by providing teachers with training in new academic topics, thereby equipping students with the knowledge required in the field. Evidence indicates that Tamaulipas has potential but requires increased investment and greater integration between academia and industry.

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