IPC-A-610 is the most widely used standard published by IPC covering industry-accepted end product acceptance criteria for consumer and high-reliability assemblies.
This industry-developed training programme provides individuals with a credential that demonstrates their understanding of the document.
Recognized as the most widely used industrial standard worldwide, this course aims to train and certify specialized personnel in the use and application of the acceptability criteria defined therein for the assembly of components in PTH and SMT technology.
The validity of this standard is recognized internationally
There are three levels of certification
CIS: Certified IPC Specialist
CSE: Certified Standard ExpertCIT: Certified IPC Trainer The certificate has a validity of 2 years
- Module 1 – General, Applicable Documents and Handling (Mandatory)
- Module 2 – Soldering Acceptability Requirements and High Voltage
- Module 3 – Component Damage and PCB & Assemblies
- Module 4 – Terminal Connections (requires Module 2)
- Module 5 – Through-Hole Technology (requires Module 2 and 3)
- Module 6 – Surface Mount Assemblies (requires Module 2 and 3)
- Module 7 – Hardware