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IPC-A-610 Specialist (Recert)

This 3 day lecture course is for anyone needing to renew their existing IPC-A-610 Specialist Certification. Attendees will review the IPC-A-610 standard and must successfully complete open book exams in order to renew their 610 Specialist certification.

Recertification is required every 24 months.

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Course Outline

Day 1

  • Introduction -Establishing and Maintaining Program Integrity
  • Foreword, Applicable Documents and Handling
  • Hardware Installation
  • Soldering (including High Voltage)
  • Open Book Examination
  • Closed Book Examination

Day 2

  • Terminal Connections
  • Through-Hole Technology (including Jumper Wires)
  • Open Book Examination

Day 3

  • Surface Mount Assemblies (including Jumper Wires)
  • Component Damage / PCBs and Assemblies
  • Solderless Wire Wrap
  • Open Book Examination
  • Instructor/Student Conference

Day 4 – Optional Interactive PCB Inspection Lab

This optional, 1-day lab utilizes, lectures, visual acuity exercises, and physical assemblies to provide the students with an experience in visually inspecting printed circuit assemblies

Introduction
  • Terms and definitions
  • Why inspect
  • How to inspect
Observation Skills Practice 1
The Needs of Visual Inspection
  • Good Visual Acuity
  • The ability to detect differences
  • Review of Basic Manufacturing Knowledge
  • Systematic approach
  • Patience, Discipline, Consistency
Inspection Lab 1: Through-Hole Board
  • Review results of Lab 1
  • Discuss improvements
Observation Skills Practice 2
Inspection Lab 2: Surface Mount Board
  • Review results of Lab 2
  • Discuss improvements

Choose the format for IPC-A-610 Specialist (Recert) that fits your needs

EPTAC offers a variety of options for the way you like to learn or how you would like a program delivered. From Scheduled Classes (in various locations or online), Dedicated Classes (where you select the class, date and time and we deliver the program at your facility or online), Challenge Tests (if you know the content, test out and get your certification), EPTAC has you covered.

 
 

Scheduled Classes - Online or In Person

Attend a live instructor led class which are regularly scheduled online or in a variety of locations across North America. Enjoy the real time conversations and interaction with EPTAC’s Master Instructors and your classmates.

Dedicated Classes - Online or On Site

Have a group of employees to train and certify? Let us create a class online or at your location on your schedule. We will have one of EPTAC’s Master Instructors ready with all the required equipment and materials. Ask us how we can make it happen.

Challenge Test

Test, Pass the Exam(s) and go directly to IPC Certification. If you understand the content of a particular program, inside and out, a challenge test might be for you. Simple to set up, EPTAC will get you on your way and the rest is up to you.

Have a question about training or IPC certification?

EPTAC has the knowledge and expertise to help you train your staff, understand your process, and increase production. We are committed to answering your questions promptly, and we look forward to hearing from you.