The primary objective of the PLS Electronics Training Program is to provide hands-on skills training and prepare individuals and businesses for IPC certification in Electronics Manufacturing Services.

The PLS Hands-on Skills Training program comprises classroom instruction, including lectures, videos, overheads, and hands-on training in Basic Electronics Assembly, Solder/De-solder, Surface Mount (SMT), Thru-Hole, and Touch-Up Soldering. This training aligns with the IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, and IPC-7711 criteria. (For the training structure, refer to the Training Program Syllabus.)

Training topics include:

• Lead and Lead-free Solder
• Component Identifications and Orientations
• Blueprints and Drawings Interpretation
• Wires and Components Preparation
• PC Board Hands Assemblies
• Hands Soldering Through-Hole and Surface Mount (SMT) Components
• PC Board Rework SMT and Though-hole components Removal Methods
• Wire Stripping, Tinning, Wire & terminals, Point to Point Soldering.
• Inspection methods
• ESD Training

IPC-Certification Training Courses

• IPC-A-610 Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies
• J-STD-A-001 Requirements for Soldered Electrical and Electronic Assemblies
• IPC J-STD-001 Aerospace Specialist, Space Applications Electronic Hardware Addendum to IPC J-STD-001
• IPC-7711/7721 Rework, Modification and Repair of Electronic Assemblies
• IPC-/WHMA-A-620 Requirements and Acceptance for Cable and Wire Harness Assemblies

PLS Electronics Training Program is an IPC member facility in good standing since August 2011. For more information contact us: 978-649-1522.