🧩 Course Modules & Content Overview
Module 1: Introduction to Electronics Manufacturing
- Overview of Electronics Manufacturing Industry
- EMS (Electronics Manufacturing Services) Model
- Key Players & Trends (ODM, OEM)
- Introduction to Electronic Product Lifecycle
Module 2: Electronic Components and Materials
- Types of Electronic Components (Active, Passive, Electro-mechanical)
- Surface Mount vs Through-Hole Components
- Component Datasheets and Part Numbering
- PCBs: Types, Materials, Layers
Module 3: PCB Design and Fabrication
- PCB Design Tools (e.g., Altium, KiCad, Eagle)
- Schematic to Layout Workflow
- Design for Manufacturability (DFM)
- PCB Fabrication Process:
- Substrate Preparation
- Etching, Drilling, Plating
- Solder Mask & Silkscreen Application
Module 4: SMT (Surface Mount Technology) Process
- Solder Paste Printing
- Pick and Place Machines
- Reflow Soldering
- Inspection Techniques (SPI, AOI)
- Reflow Profile Analysis
Module 5: THT (Through Hole Technology) & Manual Assembly
- Manual Soldering Techniques
- Wave Soldering Process
- Component Lead Forming & Insertion
- Hand Soldering Standards (IPC-A-610)
Module 6: Testing and Inspection
- ICT (In-Circuit Testing)
- Functional Testing
- AOI (Automated Optical Inspection)
- X-ray Inspection (AXI)
- Boundary Scan & JTAG
Module 7: Quality Control & IPC Standards
- Introduction to IPC Standards (IPC-A-610, IPC-7711/21)
- Defect Analysis & Classification
- ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) Protection
- 5S & Lean Manufacturing in Electronics
Module 8: Reliability and Failure Analysis
- Common Failure Modes (Thermal, Mechanical, Solder Joint Failures)
- Thermal Cycling, Vibration Testing
- HALT & HASS Techniques
- Root Cause Analysis (RCA) & Corrective Action
Module 9: Industry 4.0 in Electronics Manufacturing
- Smart Factories & IoT Integration
- MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems)
- Traceability & Data Logging
- Automation & Robotics in Electronics
Module 10: Capstone Project & Certification
- Mini-Project: Assembling a Functional Electronics Product
- Quality Documentation (Control Plan, Inspection Sheets)
- Final Assessment (Theory + Practical)
- Certification & Industry Endorsement
🧰 Add-ons (Optional/Advanced Tracks)
- Cleanroom Protocols for High Reliability Products (Medical, Aerospace)
- Lead-Free & RoHS Compliance
- ISO 9001 / ISO 13485 in Manufacturing
- DFx: Design for Test, Assembly, Environment
