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Title Length Course Summary Target Student Cost Scope of Work
(what will be delivered)
Metrics or Expected Results
           
Component Identification 4 hours Identify electronic components by shape, value and CRD.  Excellent primer for IPC-A-610. -- This module covers both through-hole and surface mount component identification including axial and radial leaded devices, resistors, capacitors, diodes, rectifiers, transistors, DIPs, SIPs, SOIC's, PLCC's, QFP's, BGA's, etc. Color codes, polarity, value, tolerance and orientation will also be discussed. Assemblers, Supervisors, Buyers, Warehouse personnel, etc. $750 per class or
$1000 for 2 classes in one day
(10 students max.)
* How to identify electronic components
* Component family groups
* Component names, abbreviations, shape, value, CRD
* Polarity & Orientation
* Color codes
* Value reductions
* Increased ability to identify components
* Less scrap due to installing incorrect values
* More understanding of component information
* More professional and thorough discussions about production issues
* Better judgment when purchasing and handling parts
ESD-101 2 hours Protect your parts and profits.  Understand and prevent deadly damage to components. This module covers the principles of static electricity, damage caused by ESD, Susceptibility of items to ESD and ESD protective materials and equipment. Topic such as conductive protective materials, static dissipative protective materials, anti-static protective materials, storage containers, handling and storage of parts, personnel ground straps, personnel apparel, grounded work benches, and Ionizers/humidifiers will be covered. All company personnel and management $250 flat rate
(Only offered in conjunction with other training.)
* Definition and examples of ESD, EOS, and ESDS
* Risks of ESD to electronic components and assemblies
* ESD materials for workstations
* How to safely handle and transport ESDS components and assemblies
* How to prevent ESD damage
* Increased awareness of the reality and risks of ESD
* Decreased scrap
* Decreased rework
* Increased profits
* Increased customer satisfaction
ESD-102 4-8 hours depending on company size. A site assessment and report to improve facilities ESD compliant status. All company personnel and management $500-1000 flat rate * ESD-101 class above
* ESD site assessment and report (incl. improvement recommendations)
* All results for ESD-101 above
* A completed gap analysis to begin the ESD improvement processes
ESD-103 tbd ISO ESD2020 registration (aka certification) preparation; Train all personnel, draft documents, etc. All company personnel, management and certification team Call for quote * All items listed in ESD-101 & 102 above
* Team training for registration activities
* Assistance with documentation, improvement projects, internal audits, and final audit.
* All results for ESD-101 & 102 above
* A company-wide ESD-aware culture
* Successful achievement of ESD2020 ISO registration
Electronics 101 4 hours Overview of basic electronics.  Includes lab kit. Technicians, Supervisors, etc. $750 per class or
$1000 for 2 classes in one day
(10 students max.)
* Definitions of voltage, current, resistance and other key terminologies
* Demonstration examples of terms
* Introductory explanation of component functions
* Assembly of simple circuits to better understand circuit operation
* Basic level understanding of introductory electronic terms and concepts
* Increased confidence with hands-on assembly skills
Electronics 102 8 hours Electronics – Theory and application.  Includes book and lab kit. De-bug techs, assemblers, system build techs, etc. Group rate: $1000 up to 10 students * Builds on Electronics 101 above
* More depth covering discrete component functions
* Schematic symbols for basic components
* Presentation of relevant sections of lab book
* Assembly of more complex circuits
* Intermediate level understanding of electronic terms and concepts
* Ability to read/write schematic symbols of compoments
* Increased confidence with hands-on assembly skills
Electronics 103 3 days Electronics – Theory and application.  Includes book and lab kit. -- Includes magnetics, electron flow, voltage, current, resistance, power, Ohms Law, component identification and function and schematic symbols of parts, color codes, series circuits, parallel circuits, amplifiers, digital vs analog circuits, etc. Class and hands-on lab. Includes book and lab kit. De-bug techs, assemblers, maint techs, system build techs, etc. Group rate: $3,000 per class up to10 students * Builds on Electronics 101 & 102 above
* More depth covering circuit assembly functions
* Schematic diagrams
* Presentation of relevant sections of lab book
* Analog and digital circuits
* Assembly of more complex circuits
* Advanced level understanding of electronic terms and concepts
* Ability to read/write schematic diagrams of circuits/assemblies
* Increased confidence with hands-on assembly skills
Electronics 104 4.5 days Combination of Electronics 101, 102, and 103 above. De-bug techs, assemblers, maint techs, system build techs, etc. Group rate:
$4,000 per week up to 10 students.
Combination of Electronics 101, 102, and 103 above. Combination of Electronics 101, 102, and 103 above.
IPC-A-610 Worker Proficiency Certification
(Application Specialist)
4 days [IPC-A-610 Operator Level Training]

IPC world-class Inspector training/certification.

Training includes inspecting electronic assemblies using world-class workmanship standards. Topics include: Vocabulary, ESD, Handling, Mechanical assy., Through hole part installation and soldering, Surface mount part installation and soldering, Illustrations of defects, etc.
Includes book ($90 value); Course is taught entirely in classroom, no lab work required. -- (See IPC-A-610 in home page Navigation Bar for more details.)
Inspectors, Assemblers, Supervisors, etc. Call for Prices * Inspecting electronic assemblies
* Using world-class workmanship standards.
* Vocabulary
* ESD
* Handling
* Mechanical assy.
* Through hole part installation and soldering
* Surface mount part installation and soldering
* Illustrations of defects
* Increased ability to make consistent quality judgments of electronic assemblies
* Decreased scrap
* Decreased rework
* Increased profits
* Increased customer satisfaction
IPC-A-610 Worker Proficiency Re-Certification 2 days (See IPC-A-610 above)
Does not include book.
Inspectors, Assemblers, Supervisors, etc. who have previously successfully completed the certification course, and still have a current certification. Call for Prices    
IPC-A-610 Registered Instructor Course
(Class A)
4 days Similar to IPC-A-610 (above) plus the Instruction/Demonstration of Effective Trainer techniques and requirements; includes trainer kit ($450 value) and custom STM handouts. Trainers, Supervisors, Process Engineers, QA Mgr., Training Mgr., etc. Call for Prices    
IPC-A-610
Registered Trainer
Re-Certification
2 days (See IPC-A-610 above) Trainers who have previously successfully completed the certification course, and still have a current certification. Call for Prices    
IPC J-STD-001 Operator Proficiency Certification
(Application Specialist)
2-5 days [J-STD-001 Operator Level Training]

IPC world-class Soldering training/certification.

Course employs hands-on lab and class learning using internationally recognized workmanship standards for electronic assemblies

5 modules. #1 mandatory. #2-5 optional depending on job demands.
If you need to be fully cross trained take modules #1-5.
If you need to be a specialist, take just the modules you need.

Module 1:  General principles and standards (required for everyone)
Module 2:  Wires and terminals
Module 3:  Through hole components
Module 4:  Surface mount components
Module 5:  Inspection   

Includes book and soldering kit.

(See J-STD -001 in Navigation Bar for more details)
Inspectors, Assemblers Supervisors, Process Engineers, etc. Call for Prices -
Module 1 mandatory.
Modules 2-5 optional depending on specialty. Typical students take 4 modules.
   
IPC J-STD-001 Operator Proficiency Re-Certification 1-3 days (See J-STD-001 above) .Inspectors, Assemblers, Supervisors, Process Engineers, etc. who have previously successfully completed the certification course, and still have a current certification. Call for Prices    
IPC J-STD-001 Registered Instructor Certification
(Certified IPC Trainer)
2-5 days Similar to J-STD-0001 (above) plus the Instruction/Demonstration of Effective Trainer techniques and requirements; includes trainer kit ($450 value) and custom STM handouts. Trainers, Supervisors, Process Engineers, QA Mgr., Training Mgr., etc. Call for Prices    
IPC 7711/21 Operator Proficiency Certification 2-5 days [IPC 7711-21 Operator Level Training]

IPC world-class Repair & Rework training/certification.

Repair & Rework of Electronic Assys.; Save $$$ repairing damaged circuit boards in-house! Course employs classroom and hands-on lab. Learning and using internationally recognized workmanship standards for electronic assemblies--Includes 2 books.

9 modules. #1 mandatory. #2-9 optional depending on job demands.
If you need to be fully cross trained take modules #1-9.
If you need to be a specialist, take just the modules you need.

Module 1:  Common Procedures (required for everyone)
Module 2:  Wire splicing
Module 3:  Through hole components
Module 4:  Chip & MELF removal & installation
Module 5:  SOIC/SOT Procedures
Module 6:  J-Lead & QFP Procedures
Module 7:  PWB Circuit Repair
Module 8:  Laminate Repair
Module 9:  Conformal Coating

(See IPC 7711/21 in Navigation Bar for more details)
Rework technicians, Supervisors, Quality Engineers, etc. Call for Prices -- Module 1 mandatory.
Modules 2-9 optional depending on specialty. Typical students take all modules.
   
IPC 771/21 Operator Proficiency Re-Certification 1-3 days (See IPC 7711-21 above) Rework technicians, Supervisors, Quality Engineers, etc. who have previously successfully completed the certification course, and still have a current certification. Call for Prices    
ISO Awareness Training

9001-2000 (Mfg.) or
14001-1998 (Environment) or
S.20.20 (ESD)
1 hour * Group presentation discussing the definition of ISO, the many ways it can benefit your company (e.g., greater organization and profits, etc.), and how each employee can help support it.

All company personnel, management, and certification team. $250    
ISO Gap Analysis

9001-2000 (Mfg.) or
14001-1998 (Environment) or
S.20.20 (ESD)
1 day ISO 9001-2000 -  Prepare for certification (aka registration). Site assessment, gap analysis report, leadership presentation. All company personnel, management, and certification team. $1000 flat rate * Site assessment
* Mgt. Training session
* Gap analysis report
* Assistance in establishing action teams
* Increased understanding of value of ISO to customers
Increased appreciation of how ISO practices will increase operational effectiveness
* Increased perspective on remaining steps needed to obtain ISO registration
ISO Consultant services

9001-2000 (Mfg.) or
14001-1998 (Environment) or
S.20.20 (ESD)
tbd ISO 9001-2000 -  Working with company to prepare for certification.
* Working with your team to accomplish all needed action items from gap analysis (see above). Action items and time determined my mutual consent during a planning meeting.

All company personnel, management, and certification team. $125 @ hr.   Company will be ready (or close to it) for final certification.
ISO Maintenance

9001-2000 (Mfg.) or
14001-1998 (Environment) or
S.20.20 (ESD)
3 hours Monthly visit to review documentation, procedures, etc. and to assist with keeping company ISO compliant.
  $300 @ 3 hr.    
Lean Mfg. Phase 1 5 days  Increase profits; Convert your business into an efficient, streamlined operation.  Eliminate waste, organize process flow, etc. Class teaches vital principles. Guided project time puts principles to work. (More project time upon request for additional fee.) All company personnel and management. $5000 flat rate    
PCB Repair - 101 1 day Basic techniques to repair PCBs including cut traces, lifted pads, burned boards, etc. Rework technicians, Supervisors, Quality Engineers, etc. $1,000 group rate, up to 5 students Classroom and hands-on lab to teach basic techniques of board repair.  
PCB Repair - 102 2 days Basic techniques to safely remove and replace components, including board surface preparation.
Basic techniques to repair PCBs including cut traces, lifted pads, burned boards, etc.
Rework technicians, Supervisors, Quality Engineers, etc. $2,000 group rate, up to 5 students Classroom and hands-on lab to teach basic techniques to safely remove and replace components, including board surface preparation; and board repair.  
Soldering - Annual Review Workshop Type A 4 hours Soldering skills for the beginner or to verify/correct skills of experienced soldering technicians. Combination of class and lab. Includes STM solder kit (PCB, mixed PTH and SMT parts). See "Scope of Work" column for details. Assemblers, Supervisors, etc. $750 per class or
$1000 for 2 classes in one day
(10 students max.)
o  Course begins with discussion and videos describing Safety, tip care, and soldering techniques.
o  Solder projects; 1-on-1 critique.
o  Group review session.
 
Soldering - Annual Review Workshop Type C 4 hours Soldering skills for the beginner or to verify/correct skills of experienced soldering technicians. Combination of class and lab. Components from the customer site are used for maximum relevancy. See "Scope of Work" column for details. Assemblers, Supervisors, etc. $750 per class or
$1000 for 2 classes in one day
(10 students max.)
o  Course begins with discussion and videos describing Safety, tip care, and soldering techniques.
o  Solder projects; 1-on-1 critique.
o  Group review session.
 
Soldering 101 8 hours Solder training and workplace process/tools consultation. Soldering skills for the beginner or to verify/correct skills of experienced soldering technicians. Combination of class and lab. Components from the work place are used for maximum relevancy (or STM solder kits available for purchase). See "Scope of Work" column for details.  Assemblers, Supervisors, etc. $1,500 per class
(10 students max.)
Course customized to discuss current site operations; training, process, and tool  consultation
o  Course begins with discussion and videos describing Safety, tip care, soldering techniques, lead-free soldering, inspection criteria, etc.
o  Solder projects; 1-on-1 critique.
o  Group review session and final written report.
o   ESD discussed if time allows.