Aug 24 – 26, 2026
IPC LicensedIPC-A-610
610 Inspection Criteria
Acceptability of electronic assemblies — the most widely used standard in the industry.
- Duration
- 4 days
- Price
- $1,305
- Format
- In-person · Virtual · Onsite
Overview
Acceptability of electronic assemblies — the most widely used standard in the industry.
Learning objectives
- Interpret IPC-A-610 acceptability criteria across all assembly types
- Distinguish target, acceptable, process-indicator, and defect conditions
- Inspect through-hole, surface-mount, and terminal connections
- Evaluate component placement, orientation, and mounting requirements
- Assess solder joints, coating, marking, and cleanliness criteria
- Apply the correct product class (1, 2, or 3) acceptance requirements
- Prepare for the IPC-A-610 certification exam
Prerequisites
IPC-A-610 is an entry point into IPC certification — no prior certification is required.
- Ability to read and understand technical documents in English
- Visual acuity to distinguish fine detail and color (corrective lenses or magnification permitted)
- Basic familiarity with electronic assemblies and terminology
Acceptability of electronic assemblies — the most widely used standard in the industry.
- Interpret IPC-A-610 acceptability criteria across all assembly types
- Distinguish target, acceptable, process-indicator, and defect conditions
- Inspect through-hole, surface-mount, and terminal connections
- Evaluate component placement, orientation, and mounting requirements
- Assess solder joints, coating, marking, and cleanliness criteria
- Apply the correct product class (1, 2, or 3) acceptance requirements
- Prepare for the IPC-A-610 certification exam
IPC-A-610 is an entry point into IPC certification — no prior certification is required.
- Ability to read and understand technical documents in English
- Visual acuity to distinguish fine detail and color (corrective lenses or magnification permitted)
- Basic familiarity with electronic assemblies and terminology
Options & pricing
Choose your level and path at registration. All options run during the same class week; recertification (challenge test) is exam-only and scheduled midweek.
| Level | Full certification | Recertification |
|---|---|---|
| CIS | $1,305 | $810 |
| CSE | $1,465 | $900 |
| CIT | $2,490 | $1,185 |
- CIS
- CSE
- CIT
“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.”
Upcoming sessions
August 2026
- Virtual liveAvailable
September 2026
- Virtual liveOnly 3 left
Sep 8 – 11, 2026
October 2026
- In-personAvailable
Oct 26 – 29, 2026
November 2026
- In-personAvailable
Nov 16 – 19, 2026
- Virtual liveAvailable
Nov 16 – 19, 2026
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