This course covers Institute for Interconnecting and Packaging Electronic Circuits (IPC) standards for the inspection and evaluation of printed circuit boards and cable assemblies used in the electronics industry. ET 308, Technical Soldering Practices and Techniques, and this course qualifies students to take the tests for IPC Electronic Circuits Specialist and Certified IPC Application Specialist certifications. These certifications are valued by local employers. Field trips may be required.
This certificate may lead to careers in the following: soldering, PC board repair, cable assembler, cable designer, printed circuit board inspector, cable assembly inspector, electronics industry inspector or management.

Student Learning Outcomes
✔ create simple electronic schematics using basic schematic symbols.
✔ analyze and troubleshoot basic electronic circuits.
✔ differentiate, setup, and operate a wide variety of soldering and desoldering equipment, workstations, and fixtures that may require visual observation.
✔ inspect and evaluate solder connections in accordance to industry standards.
✔ demonstrate the skill of soldering and desoldering under varying conditions.
✔ assemble and construct connectors and plugs used in telecommunication systems.
✔ identify and describe the use of tools and test equipment necessary for fiber optic and copper cable installations.