Design flex and rigid-flex boards that meet spec, survive real-world use, and move to production without costly redesigns.
This two-week intensive program transforms newcomers into skilled designers ready to tackle the complicated challenges of the modern wire harness industry.
This course introduces foundational principles for understanding electrical systems and electronic hardware. Topics include basic DC and AC electrical theory, passive and semiconductor components, the use of basic test tools, and familiarity with common methods of inspection.
Design next-generation PCB systems that handle high-speed performance, advanced materials, and emerging manufacturing methods without compromising reliability.
In this course, participants employ the lessons learned in Introduction to PCB Design I to effectively implement their designs using techniques such as multi-layer routing, signal integrity, transmission lines, and more.
Measuring Return on Investment (ROI) ensures that workforce development leads to tangible benefits like improved productivity, reduced errors, and increased efficiency. Here’s why tracking the ROI on training is crucial for success.
The funding landscape for workforce development is evolving. While federal grant freezes and shifting policies have introduced some uncertainty, there are still viable opportunities available for companies in the Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) industry.
Ensuring Excellence: IPC-A-610 Process Optimization and Ensuring Excellence: IPC-J-STD-001 Process Optimization are designed to provide electronics professionals with the knowledge and skills to set up reliable, high-quality assembly processes that meet IPC standards. They offer practical insights into various aspects of electronics assembly.
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND -- John Watson explores how artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing printed circuit board (PCB) design in this must-attend webinar, "The AI Advantage in PCB Design: Tools and Trends." This session will provide a deep dive into the transformative impact of AI on the PCB design process, helping engineers and designers tackle challenges with greater efficiency and innovation.
The webinar begins with an introduction to AI's fundamental role in modern PCB design. Participants will learn how AI enhances traditional workflows, offering capabilities beyond human limitations. From circuit optimization to error reduction, AI enables faster, smarter, and more precise design outcomes.
Through real-world examples, the session will highlight how AI is being used to solve common PCB design challenges, such as managing complex routing patterns, improving thermal performance, and reducing the time spent on iterative design revisions. These case studies will show how companies have integrated AI to address bottlenecks, reduce costs, and accelerate product development timelines.
Additionally, this webinar will explore the potential hurdles of adopting AI technologies in PCB design. Topics will include data preparation, the need for effective collaboration between engineers and AI systems, and the importance of validating AI-driven recommendations. Attendees will also get a glimpse into the future of AI in PCB design, including its role in fully autonomous design systems and its integration with next-generation technologies like augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR).
What Participants Will Learn
1. How AI is transforming the design process in general.
2. The benefits of using AI are in improving efficiency and accuracy.
3. Key features and capabilities of AI-powered tools.
4. Real-world examples of AI solving design challenges.
5. Common challenges when adopting AI technologies.
6. Exciting future possibilities for AI in design and engineering.
IPC/WHMA is excited to announce the launch of its new online instructor-led training course, "Introduction to Wire Harness Design I," available now through the IPC EDGE Learning Management System. This two-week course provides advanced training in wire harness design, an essential skill in today's competitive wire harness assembly industry.