IPC-A-600 ENDORSEMENT

IPC-A-600

Course Description

The IPC-A-600 Endorsement is included in the following IPC Certification Programs: Certified IPC Trainer (CIT/MIT), and Certified Standards Expert (CSE/SCSE), Certified IPC Specialist (CIS).

The IPC-A-600, Acceptability of Printed Boards has set the standard for PCB workmanship quality with its comprehensive acceptance criteria for target, acceptable, and nonconforming conditions on bare printed boards. PCB manufacturers and assemblers alike rely on this internationally recognized document to improve their understanding of printed board quality issues as well as help enhance communication with their suppliers and customers. This makes IPC-A-600 one of the most widely used standards ever published by IPC and a natural choice for certification.  

This IPC-A-600 is a comprehensive knowledge and skills-based training course. The program consists of 4 modules, each covering a different technology or area of soldered electronic assemblies. Module 1 is the mandatory module for the CIS training. All other modules are optional; therefore, CIS training can be customized. All modules are mandatory for CIT and CSE training.

  • Module 1 – Introduction & Cleanliness Testing (MANDATORY FOR CIS) (Covers fundamentals and tests for cleanliness)

  • Module 2 – Externally Observable Characteristics (Covers surface imperfections, PCB edges, base material, solder coatings, contacts, and marking)

  • Module 3 – Internally Observable Characteristics (Covers subsurface imperfections, dielectric, conductive patterns, plated through-hole eyelets)

  • Module 4 – Miscellaneous (Covers rigid & rigid-flex PCB’s, metal core and flush PCB’s)

CERTIFICATION TIERS

  • (CIT) CERTIFIED IPC TRAINER

    CIT’s may be employees of companies that train only within their parent company. CITs are authorized to deliver and administer CIS examinations to individuals who wish to gain certification. The Master IPC Trainer (MIT) is an optional designation for a Certified IPC Trainer (CIT) employed at an official training center.

    STUDENTS RECIEVE:-

    IPC-A-600 Manual, Downloadable Certificate (Valid for 2yrs), and Downloadable Instruction Guide. NOTE - An 80% passing grade is required on all Open and Closed Book exams.

    Certification - $2195 (3 Day Course)

    Recertification - $1795 (2 Day Course)

    Test Only Cert/Recert - $1395 (1Day)

    POLICIES & PROCEDURES (CIT/MIT)

  • (CIS) CERTIFIED IPC SPECIALIST

    CIS training and certification is appropriate for any individual that will benefit by having a consistent understanding of the criteria in a standard. Line operators, engineers, quality engineers will find this training and certification beneficial for their knowledge in the electronics industry.

    STUDENTS RECIEVE:-

    IPC-A-600 Manual (Class Copy w/Option to Purchase), Downloadable Certificate (Valid for 2yrs). NOTE - A 70% passing grade is required on all Open Book exams.

    Certification - $1295 (3 Day Course)

    Recertification - $895 (2 Day Course)

    Test Only Cert/Recert - $545 (1 Day)

    POLICIES & PROCEDURES (CIS)

  • (CSE) CERTIFIED STANDARDS EXPERT

    The CSE is a subject matter professional with a high level of knowledge and understanding of a specific or group of IPC standards. The role of the Certified Standards Expert may vary by organization.

    STUDENTS RECIEVE:-

    Downloadable Certificate (Valid for 2yrs). NOTE - An 80% passing grade is required on all Open and Closed Book exams.

    Certification - $1395 (3 Day Course)

    Recertification - $995 (2 Day Course)

    Test Only Cert/Recert - $595 (1 Day)

    POLICIES & PROCEDURES (CSE)