IPC/WHMA-A-620 ENDORSEMENT

IPC/WHMA-A-620

Course Description

The IPC/WHMA-A-620 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 Training and Certification Program is a modular course. It focuses on manufacturing requirements and accountability for quality. It is the first industry consensus standard for cable and wire harness fabrication and installation. This course is for anyone responsible for the quality and reliability of cable and wire harness assemblies including trainers, engineers, quality supervisors, inspectors, and manufacturing personnel responsible for quality assurance.

This is a comprehensive knowledge and skills-based training course. The program consists of 8 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. There is an optional hands-on workmanship for this course.

  • Module 1 – General, Applicable Docs, Preparation, Measuring, Testing (MANDATORY FOR CIS) (Covers fundamentals, wire & cable prep, nominal & tolerance measuring, electrical & mechanical testing)

  • Module 2 – Crimp Terminations & IDC’s (Covers stamped & formed open and closed barrel terminals and insulation displacement connections)

  • Module 3 – Soldering & High Voltage Soldering (Covers basic soldering principals and high voltage soldering applications)

  • Module 4 – Connectorization & Over Molding / Potting (Covers cable connectors alignment and securing and high and low-pressure connector molding and potting)

  • Module 5 – Ultrasonic Welding & Splices (Covers splicing accomplished by ultrasonics, soldering, and crimping)

  • Module 6 – Marking, Securing & Final Assembly (Covers position, application, and content of marking, wire bundle securing, installation for final assembly)

  • Module 7 – Coaxial & Biaxial (Covers stripping, terminating, and jumper wires involved common axis cable signal carrying)

  • Module 8 – Shielding & Protective Coverings (Covers signal shielding and abrasion resistance of cable harnesses)

  • Optional hands-on workmanship

OPTIONAL HANDS-ON

The optional hands-on training is also available. In this 1-day additional course students will build a cable assembly to demonstrate their practical ability to measure, cut, and strip wires. Attach terminals to wires (crimped and soldered). Assemble coaxial, ethernet, and ribbon cables as well as bundle securing (tie wraps, lacing, etc.). Full kit, assembly drawing, and instructions provided.

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/WHMA-A-620 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 - $2295 (4 Day Course)

    Recertification - $1895 (2 Day Course)

    Test Only Cert/Recert - $1495 (1 Day)

    Hands-On - $595 (1 Day Course)

    POLICY & 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/WHMA-A-620 (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 - $1295 (3 Day Course)

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

    Hands-On - $595 (1 Day Course)

    POLICY & 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 (4 Day Course)

    Recertification - $995 (2 Day Course)

    TestOnly Cert/Recert - $595 (1Day)

    POLICY & PROCEDURES (CSE)