IPC certification levels: CIS, CIT and MIT. What is the difference?
What each level allows you to do, who it is for, and how to earn it.
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How to choose the right IPC certification for a career in electronics manufacturing
Matching the training and the level to the work your team actually does.
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Seven realities of working as an electronics technician
Hand control, quality audits and the parts of the job a textbook leaves out.
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The Reality of Electronics Repair in 2026: Is It Still a Viable Career?
If you’ve spent any time in the tech industry lately, you’ve probably heard the same old debate resurfacing every few years. It usually starts when a new wave of automation hits or when manufacturing shifts offshore once again. People start asking: “Is it actually worth learning…
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What Is IPC J-STD-001?
Making sure soldered connections are reliable and top-notch is a big deal in electronics manufacturing. IPC J-STD-001 sets the gold standard for this—it outlines the materials, techniques, and guidelines needed to create high-quality soldered assemblies. In this guide, we’ll…
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What to Know about Soldering Certification?
Soldering is essential in many industries, such as electronics, manufacturing, and engineering. Workers’ soldering skills must meet the industry’s standards. This is where soldering certification comes in. Let’s explore what it takes to get certified. Do You Get Soldering…
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Soldering Certification for High-Reliability Sectors
In high-stakes industries like medical and automotive, there is no room for error when it comes to soldering and electronic assembly. For businesses operating in these fields, the need for certified, reliable staff is crucial for producing safe and reliable products. If your…
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Advocating Sustainable Electronics
In these environmental challenges, adopting sustainable practices in electronics is essential. The electronics industry generates significant toxic waste that must be managed to achieve ecological sustainability. This article explores ways to promote sustainable electronics.…
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Ensuring Quality and Reliability in Aerospace Cable and Wire Harness Assemblies with the IPC/WHMA-A-620 Space Addendum
In aerospace, the reliability of cable and wire harness assemblies can be the difference between mission success and failure. The IPC/WHMA-A-620 Space Addendum addresses this critical need, guiding manufacturers in achieving high standards. If you’re searching online for “ipc…
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IPC 6012: A Guide to Rigid Printed Board Quality Standards
Smartphones, computers, tablets - all these incredible devices wouldn’t work without a printed circuit board (PCB), and how do they make sure these delicate boards are built strong and are working perfectly? That’s where something called IPC 6012 comes in! If you’re looking to…
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What’s Next after IPC Specialist Certification
Earning your IPC Specialist Certification is a significant accomplishment. It demonstrates your commitment to excellence in the electronics manufacturing industry and equips you with valuable knowledge and skills. That said, the journey doesn’t end there. Now, it’s time to…
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Future-Proof Your Electronics Career with these Essential IPC Certifications
New technologies emerge rapidly in the electronics manufacturing industry, and components are constantly becoming smaller and more complex. To remain competitive and thrive in this environment, upskilling is a necessity. One of the most effective ways to achieve this is by…
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Standards guides
One introduction for every standard we teach
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IPC-A-610
What the acceptance standard covers, and who needs it.
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IPC J-STD-001
The build standard, and how it relates to A-610.
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IPC/WHMA-A-620
Cable and harness requirements explained.
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IPC-A-600
Bare board acceptance, internal and external.
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IPC 7711/7721
Rework, modification and repair procedures.
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IPC-6012
Qualification and performance of rigid boards.
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