IPC-A-610 is a theoretical course that can strengthen productivity and competitiveness in a time when customers require compliance with IPC's internationally recognized standards.

On this certification the participants get an understanding of the way the standard is built and will be able to make an objective assessment of approval or rejection according to IPC classifications 1, 2 and 3.

The certification is based on IPC-A-610, 'Acceptability of Electronics Assemblies'.

In 2019 IPC introduced a new type of certification – Certified Standards Expert (CSE). A holder of a CSE certificate is a person who has the required knowledge and skills to be able to act as an expert in one or more IPC-standards. The person

·       Is an expert in a specific standard (or more)

·       Is utilizing one or more standards to accommodate company specific requirements

·       Is a link between the company and the industry

·       Keeps the company updated with respects to the newest revisions of standards used, and best industry practices

·       Gives feedback to workgroups and committees working with the development and updating of IPC standards

·       Communicates with designers and process engineers

·       Settles organizational conflicts and offers expert advice based on IPC standards

Read more about the CSE-certifications here.

The following will be theoretically reviewed on the certification:

·      The requirements and purpose of IPC-A-610

·      Requirements for mechanical assembly

·      Soldering requirements

·      Cleanliness

·      Labeling of PCBs

·      Coating

·      Laminate conditions

·      Terminal connections

·      Surface mounted products (SMT)

·      Hole mounted technology

·      Handling of electronic items, incl. ESD

·      Online exam

When the theoretical test as an IPC Expert has been passed, a certificate valid for two years will be issued. Please note that this test is time limited!

The course is aimed at process engineers, quality engineers, designers,and experienced operators, who need to demonstrate a documented knowledge ofthe requirements in IPC-A-610.

Please note! Participation in an Expertcertification course requires deep knowledge of the applicable standard.