Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Basics

Course Description

The THORS Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Basics course introduces the learner to the broad PCB terminologies and explains PCB technologies, such as board technology and mounting technology.  The course also briefly covers the common component packages available in the industry. Present in THORS' highly visual and interactive learning format, this course will equip the learner with a foundational knowledge of a PCB and its related technologies. 

Learning Objectives

• Define the common PCB terminology.

 •Identify the different active and passive components.

• Explain the various raw materials used in making a single-sided PCB and a multi-layer PCB.

• Understand the process of a PCB stack-up and the need for a PCB stack-up.

• Recall the different types of boards.

• Recognize and define the Through Hole mounted Device (THD) and Surface Mounted Device (SMD) component package. 

Course Duration 

2 hours

Target Audience

Quality, manufacturing, engineering, designing, testing, purchasing, and sales functions at organizations that require a basic understanding of PCBs.