Course objectives
This course aims to train and certify personnel specialized in the application of the IPC 7711/7721 standard for the rework, repair and modification of electronic assemblies.
The program has been developed, approved and recognized by the international electronics industry.
Course program
The course alternates theory and practice sessions, during which participants practice the operations explained in the theory session. Video clips support the theory sessions, to improve understanding of the operations to be performed. Participants receive all the theoretical and practical information needed to carry out rework, repair and modification of electronic assemblies. Two boards are used for the practical exercises. On the first, participants practice the rework techniques learned in the classroom; the second is used to assess the skill level achieved in reworking the individual components.
The course duration depends on the chosen certification:
- CIS | Certified IPC Specialist
- CSE | Certified Standards Expert
- CIT | Certified IPC Trainer
- Module 1
Introduction and common procedures - Module 2
Wire splicing procedures - Module 3
Conformal coating removal procedures - Module 4
Removal and soldering of PTH components - Module 5
Removal and soldering of chip and MELF components - Module 6
Removal and soldering of gull-wing components: SOIC, SOT, QFP - Module 7
Removal and soldering of J-lead components - Module 8
BGA removal and soldering procedures (reballing) - Module 9
Printed board laminate repair - Module 10
Repair of printed board pads and conductors
Final exam
For the certificate to be issued, an online test is scheduled at the end of Module 1, in which participants must answer at least 70% of the questions correctly. For each module activated in the course, practical exercises and subsequent learning assessment tests are scheduled, involving a series of rework and repair operations related to the module just completed. Participants must demonstrate the ability to perform the required operations at Advanced level.
Who is the course for?
Operators, quality control inspectors, quality engineers, process engineers, buyers and anyone who uses the standard in their work in electronic assembly companies (OEM/EMS).
Available certification levels:
- CIS | Certified IPC Specialist
- CSE | Certified Standards Expert
- CIT | Certified IPC Trainer
The maximum number of participants is 15; with a minimum of 4 enrollments the course can be held at the customer’s site. Good manual soldering skills are required to attend the course and, preferably, familiarity with the acceptability criteria defined in the IPC A-610 standard and with the soldering requirements defined in the IPC J-STD-001 standard.
