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# Combotech

Combined SMT and PTH training.

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Duration

5 days

Price

$1,795/ student

Format

In-person · Onsite

Overview

Combined SMT and PTH training.

Curriculum

## Curriculum

1.  ### Day 1 — ESD & Fundamentals

    -   Basic ESD concepts and workplace minimization
    -   General ESD rules and IPC ESD video review
    -   Intro to IPC terms, definitions, product classifications
    -   Common electronic terminology
    -   PACE MBT 250/350 rework station operation
    -   Soldering tip care and safety

2.  ### Day 2 — Soldering Basics

    -   Flux nature and properties
    -   Proper cleaning methodology
    -   Intermetallic formation
    -   Solder melting points and related concepts

3.  ### Day 3 — PTH Board Construction

    -   Build PTH board with ongoing workmanship evaluation and feedback
    -   Create functional circuit usable as an employer workmanship sample
    -   Component removal using vacuum extraction

4.  ### Day 4 — SMT Introduction

    -   SMT overview and demonstrations
    -   SMT board construction using varied components (1206 chips through fine-pitch gull-wing devices)

5.  ### Day 5 — SMT Completion & Removal

    -   Continue SMT board assembly
    -   Component removal using conductive and convective methods with a damage-prevention focus

Learning objectives

-   Cover multiple IPC standards in one combined program
-   Build cross-standard inspection and workmanship skills
-   Apply acceptance criteria across soldering, assembly, and inspection
-   Prepare efficiently for more than one certification exam

Prerequisites

Prerequisites depend on the standards combined — contact CTTi to confirm the right pairing for your team.

-   Ability to read and understand technical documents in English
-   Visual acuity to distinguish fine detail and color (corrective lenses or magnification permitted)

Combined SMT and PTH training.

Rated 5 out of 5

> “I have trained with Angel at Circuit Technology for nearly 10 years now. The knowledge and support are second to none. If you need IPC training, this is the best option available.”

Fe SeamonNew York Air Brake LLC

## Next available classes

No public sessions are scheduled right now. Request onsite training or check back soon.

### Need a custom session?

We offer onsite training for teams of 5+ at your facility — on your equipment, your processes.

[Request a quote](https://circuittechnology.com/onsite-training)

## Upcoming sessions

No public sessions are scheduled right now. Request onsite training or check back soon.

### Need a custom session?

We offer onsite training for teams of 5+ at your facility — on your equipment, your processes.

[Request a quote](https://circuittechnology.com/onsite-training)

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