Combined IPC-A-610 & IPC/WHMA-A-620 Certified IPC Specialist (CIS) 14-OCT-2024

IPC-A-610, Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies, is the most widely used specification published by IPC with an international reputation as THE source for end-product acceptance criteria in both consumer and high-reliability electronic assemblies.  A comprehensive and technical program, this certification will improve candidates’ accuracy of ‘discrimination’ between an ‘acceptable’ and ‘non-conforming’ electronic assembly per the IPC-A-610 standard, leading to continuous improvement in product quality and reliability.

Certification will demonstrate your commitment to customer requirements and greatly assist any company dedicated to ISO-9000 or other quality assurance initiatives.  The IPC training and certification has immediate recognition, legitimacy and value with thousands worldwide having been trained and certified in IPC-A-610.

This certification is a lecture-only based course and does not include any hand-soldering instruction. Candidates will be trained to correctly apply the acceptable/non-conforming criteria for the applicable class of production: Consumer Products (Class 1), General Industrial (Class 2), and High Reliability (Class 3).

TOPICS COVERED IN THE IPC-A-610 CERTIFICATION COURSE (REVISION J):

Module 1 (Required)
General, Applicable Documents and Handling

Module 2 (Optional)
Soldering and High Voltage

Module 3 (Optional)
Component Damage & Printed Boards and Assemblies

Module 4* (Optional)
Terminal Connections

Module 5** (Optional)
Through-Hole Technology and Jumper Wires

Module 6** (Optional)
Surface Mount Assemblies and Jumper Wires

Module 7 (Optional)
Hardware

*Module 4 requires the completion of Module 2 first
** Modules 5 and 6 Require the completion of Modules 2 & 3 first

The certification term for IPC-A-610 Certified IPC Specialists is two years. Re-certification training is also available through the SMCBA.

 

IPC/WHMA-A-620 (Cable and Wire Harness Acceptability) Training and Certification

IPC/WHMA-A-620, Requirements and Acceptance for Cable and Wire Harness Assemblies, is the first industry consensus standard for cable and wire harness fabrication and installation, developed with the support of the Wire Harness Manufacturers Association (WHMA).  Classes of products are defined and include criteria for Acceptable, Process Indicator and Defect conditions to support the collection of visual quality acceptability requirements for each class.

This certification will familiarise candidates with the general requirements of the IPC/WHMA-A-620 standard and will promote a commitment to enhancing product quality and reliability, while facilitating certification to ISO and other quality assurance initiatives.  The course aims to teach personnel how to verify the quality of work performed to ensure compliance and minimise rework.

This certification is primarily lecture-based, however, SMCBA are pleased to now offer the optional Hands-On module! The objective of the hands-on module is to teach correct application of the IPC/WHMA-A-620 standard and provide a positively-discriminated certification on hand skills.

TOPICS COVERED IN THE IPC/WHMA-A-620 CERTIFICATION COURSE (REVISION E):

Module 1 (Required)
General, Applicable Documents, Wires, Measuring and Testing

Module 2 (Optional)
Crimp Terminations and Insulation Displacement Connection

Module 3 (Optional)
Soldered Terminations and High Voltage Applications

Module 4 (Optional)
Connectorisation and Over-Moulding/Potting

Module 5 (Optional)
Ultrasonic Welding and Splices

Module 6 (Optional)
Marking/Labelling, Securing and Finished Assembly Installation

Module 7 (Optional)
Coaxial and Biaxial Assemblies

Module 8 (Optional)
Harness/Cable Electrical Shielding and Cable/Wire Harness Protective Coverings

NEW Hands-On Optional Modules:

H1 (Optional)
Preparation, Measuring, Shielding and Testing

H2 (Optional)
Crimp Terminations

H3 (Optional)
Soldered Terminations

H4 (Optional)
Connectorisation

H5 (Optional)
Splices

H6 (Optional)
Coaxial Cables

The certification term for IPC/WHMA-A-620 Certified IPC Specialists is two years. Re-certification training is also available through the SMCBA.

 

FEES:

Certified IPC Specialist (CIS) Course Fee: Book online or contact the SMCBA for pricing.
SMCBA Members receive a discount.

PLEASE NOTE:

The fee for the Combined IPC-A-610 & IPC/WHMA-A-620 Certified IPC Specialist course includes all materials for the course, refreshments and catering each day.

The CIS fee does NOT include a copy of the IPC-A-610 or IPC/WHMA-A-620 standard - it is assumed that students will have access to the standards at their place of work.  The standards can be purchased separately – please refer to our online store or contact Teagan at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to arrange.

 

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Event Information

Event Date 14 Oct 2024 8:45 am
Event End Date 18 Oct 2024 4:30 pm
Cut Off Date 11 Oct 2024
Capacity 10
Individual Price $2,720.00
Location Training Centre Adelaide
Categories IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-A-620

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