Course Overview

A two-day course providing an intermediate level of training in PCB design. Ideal for electronics engineering graduates, electronics technicians and draughtsmen wishing to enhance their skills and discover the intricacies of modern PCB design. The PCB Design Excellence course is ideal for those wishing to gain the essential grounding prior to embarking on the IPC Designer Certification programme.

Next course: 8th - 9th Jul-08

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General Course Synopsis

- Concepts
- Standards for PCB design
- Component packaging
- Designing PCBs
- Component placement techniques
- PCB routing techniques
- Postprocessing techniques
- Introduction to PCB manufacturing
- Soldering
- Testing and inspection
- Environmental issues

"The course provided me with a better understanding of PCB manufacture and will assist in resolving PCB failures. Also, I will now be able to design to a standard to create ease of manufacture and reliability."

AF, Tyco Healthcare

Who should attend?

Anyone wishing to fully explore the world of printed circuit board design. Ideal for electronics engineering graduates, electronics technicians and draughtsmen wishing to enhance their skills and discover the intricacies of modern PCB design. The PCB Design Excellence course is ideal for those wishing to gain the essential grounding prior to embarking on the IPC Designer Certification programme.

Course style

The tutor introduces each subject and outlines the underlying concepts using high quality audio-visuals and real world samples of circuit boards. This helps to maximise the retained value of this course. The tutor then summarises the session and where appropriate highlights any potential pitfalls and common misconceptions. There will be plenty of opportunity for questions, individual discussions and guidance.

The programme

A two-day course (day starts at 9.30am and ends at 4.30pm) developed to take delegates from basic to an intermediate level of knowledge. The delegate notes provide a comprehensive resource that provides guidance beyond the duration of the course.

The venue

The PCB Design Excellence will be held our training suite, Hertfordshire. The number of delegates is limited to a maximum of ten so please call to check availability of places. On-site training may be accommodated on request, please contact us for details.

Pricing & accompaniments

Our PCB Design Excellence course costs £695 per delegate (excl. VAT). Price includes a comprehensive set of delegate notes plus refreshments and a buffet lunch (Please advise us if you have any special dietary requirements). Details of local hotels can be supplied if required. Delegates are responsible for confirming their own bookings and indeed the cost of this accommodation.

Terms and conditions

Our training courses are governed by a specific set of terms and conditions which cover a number of important issues like payment and cancellation. Please read these prior to attending the course. A copy of the terms and conditions may be found here.

For more information free phone: 00800 776776 66 or email: training@eda.co.uk

How do I book my place? Please complete the booking form and fax it back to us on 01920 872 615

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