Why You Should Hire Veterans as Soldering Technicians
Soldering is an important process in electronics manufacturing and you need someone who can do it correctly. If your company is looking for employees with…
4 Benefits of Using a Structured On-the-Job IPC Training Program
When training new employees, a consistent program is always going to be better than flying by the seat of your pants. Starting employees in the same position off with the same knowledge is a great way to be sure they have an equal opportunity to learn what needs…
How IPC Training and Veterans Can Benefit Each Other
IPC training for soldering circuit boards for electronics is a great way to start a new career, and an approved private occupational school is an excellent way for veterans to make a switch. The unemployment rate for Gulf War II-era veterans in October 2017 was 3.6%, which is just under the national rate and shrinking…
Unlock Your Future
The Association Connecting Electronics Industries, also known as IPC (formerly known as the Institute for Printed Circuits, hence the acronym), is a worldwide organization that pursues standardizing the requirements of assembly and production of electronic equipment. Founded in 1957, the organization continually develops global standards for the electronics industry. A Brief History of Printed Circuit…
School Is Back in Season
Is a Soldering Certification Right for You? You’re thinking of going back to school. You know you are technically inclined, but don’t have much specialized education in a technical field. You want to jump in, but it can be tough to figure out where to start. Perhaps it’s time to consider a certification in soldering…
3 Important Ways to Support Veterans
Since we at Blackfox, a state of the art training center for ipc have our very own Veterans’ Training Program, veterans are particularly near and dear to our hearts—we have a strong connection to these men and women who have served our country. With that said, we realize that not everyone knows a veteran or…
Blackfox: A History of the GI Bill
Many veterans today enjoy the various benefits associated with the GI Bill. But have you ever wondered why that is, or how the GI Bill even came about? This blog explores a brief history of the GI Bill. Early Struggles for Veteran Support The GI Bill, otherwise known as the Servicemen’s Readjustment Act of 1944,…
Blackfox: Trade School vs. College: Which Is Right for Me?
On the minds of many high school students and their parents is the question, “What comes next?” In many high schools, a lot of emphasis is placed on the college path. While there is no doubt that college can be an incredible experience personally, socially, and professionally and can open up many opportunities for students,…
Blackfox: Veterans and Education
The post-9/11 GI Bill is making it easier than ever for US military veterans to attend college. Passed in 2008, the bill pays in-state tuition to institutions that veterans and their dependents attend. It also provides students with a stipend for books, supplies, and housing. Veteran Enrollment Trends in Higher Education Between 2000 and 2012,…
Blackfox: Advantages of Trade and Technical Schools
Many students and their families automatically think of college as the default path after graduating high school. While college is a great option for a proportion of high school graduates, it’s not necessarily the only option. Depending on their interests and unique financial situations, some high school graduates might consider enrolling in trade or technical…