It’s a fact that the future will be filled with new and exciting technologies. In order to take advantage of these innovations, individuals need to learn about them sooner rather than later. The good news is that there are many ways to educate and train yourself on the latest in electronics. Training and education have…
DetailsIn the year 2022, the pandemic caused by Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) will continue to have a broad influence on our lives. Here are some interesting things regarding the key trends that will have the largest influence in 2022. The most prominent trends in 2022 will most likely center on the convergence of technological trends as…
DetailsIPC events are an exciting arena for both networking and learning. It is a great opportunity to catch up on the latest trends, hear from leaders in the electronic manufacturing industry, and network with peers. If you are currently enrolled in an electronic training institute or are simply interested in staying up to date on…
DetailsA Certified IPC Specialist (CIS) program is a basic certification level suitable for anyone who wants to have a consistent understanding of an IPC standard’s criteria. This could apply to production staff such as line operators, electronic engineers, quality engineers, and technicians. This IPC course is beneficial to those who want to expand their knowledge…
DetailsFor Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) companies, efficient production is critical to their overall success. And for that, they need to continually adapt new practices and proficiencies to remain competitive in the industry. Moreover, efficient production also entails hiring and training assembly staff to become IPC certified. IPC is a trade…
DetailsCOVID-19 and the restrictions that came with it have forced the radical change of our way of learning. And thanks to the advances in technology, online learning made it possible for students to take courses and even earn certifications during those lockdown periods. Classes like an online IPC course enabled employees to master or upgrade…
DetailsThe Coronavirus pandemic hit when the world was in the middle of a tech boom. The supply of assemblies, even before then, couldn’t keep up with the demand. For manufacturers, COVID-19 only made the situation worse, leading to a chip shortage dubbed ‘Chipageddon’. With this shortage, consumers should expect limited supplies and long waiting times…
DetailsAll the industries that felt the impact of the pandemic are now still reeling from its consequences. For the electronics manufacturing sector, 2020 proved to be completely disruptive and unpredictable. Delays in movement in the PCB market almost crippled the industry, creating a domino effect across the supply chain, from factory downtimes to delayed prototyping,…
DetailsIn an IPC J-STD-001 class offered by an electronic training institute, students train to become familiar with everything required to produce and inspect high-quality soldered connections. They also learn about the two most common types of solder, which are lead, and lead-free. This article will discuss what each of these solders is, their uses, and…
DetailsElectronic devices shaped modern civilization’s way of life, and at the core of every electronics is the Printed Circuit Board (PCB). In 2021, it’s safe to say that they are everywhere. That was true ten years ago, and even more so today, as technology shifts. In recent years, technology has been evolving at a more…
Details
