Certified IPC Specialist (CIS) Programme

Duration Dates*

IPC-A-600Acceptability of Printed Boards

3 days Within week of 3 – 7 April 2017

IPC-A-610 Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies

3 days Within week of 2 – 6 May 2017

IPC J-STD-001Requirements for Soldered Electrical and

Electronics Assemblies4 days Within week of 10 – 14 July 2017

IPC/WHMA-A-620Requirements and Acceptance for Cable and

Wire Harness Assemblies3 days Within week of 4 – 8 September 2017

IPC 7711/7721Rework of Electronic Assemblies/ Repair

and Modification of Printed Boards and Electronic Assemblies

4 days Within week of 13 – 17 November 2017

*Dates are subjected to changes according to demand. To confirm seats latest one month before start date. Certified IPC Trainer (CIT) and recertification programmes available. Contact 6483 2535 or emarketing@elitc.com for more information on available grants and fee details.

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ELITC News is published by Electronics Industries Training Centre,Block 5000, Ang Mo Kio Ave 5, #02-08 TECHplace II, Singapore 569870

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Investing in IPC training and certification programs can help to:

• Demonstrate to customers that your company considers the importance of rigorous quality control practices.

• Meet the requirements of OEMs and electronics manufacturing companies that expect their suppliers to have these important credentials.

• Gain valuable industry recognition for the company and yourself.

Date: 17th March 2017 (Friday)Time: 2:00pm – 4:30pm Cost: Complimentary Venue: At ELITCInvited Speaker: Mark Tan, Singapore Institute of Technology

Target Audience:Suitable for managers, senior executives, head of department, supervisors, section/ team leaders or anyone keen to understand Lean Management

Scope of Session: ❖ What is Lean and how it can benefit you ❖ Common misunderstanding and fallacy on Lean ❖ Lean overview – principles and techniques ❖ Understand Value and Eliminate waste from office environment ❖ Visual management ❖ Error Proof and Continuous Improvement (Kaizen)

Why Pursue IPC Certification?

An “Introduction to Lean” - Sign up by 14th March!

Electrical Modules**Upon the successful completion of all electrical modules, candidate with 2-year relevant work experience may apply for the “Licensed Electrical Worker” Assessment with the “Energy Market Authority (EMA)”

Learning Outcome

Electrical Circuits and Principles (ECP)

Explain the basic principles of electricity and connect simple electrical circuitsUse measuring instruments to measure and monitor electrical quantities

Electrical Installations and Testing (EIT)

Install electrical wiring systems in residential premises, commercial and industrial building in compliance with relevant local standards, regulations and codes of practice

Electrical Machines and Control (EMC)

Inspect, operate, maintain and service electrical motors, including installations of various starters for electrical rotating machines.Select, connect, troubleshoot and rectify faults in motor control circuits

Electrical Drafting and Design (EDD)

Use CAD software to produce electrical drawings and diagrams in compliance with regulations and codes of practice

Special Installations and EquipmentMaintenance (SIEM)

Diagnose and troubleshoot faults in electrical appliances and equipment.Install and maintain temporary and special electrical installations in accordance with codes of practice

Electrical Power and Switchboards (EPS)

Install, test and maintain low voltage (LV) electrical switchboards and equipment

Ms. Chen Yu Ying receiving her Certificate of Merit (COM) after her completion of Nitec in Electronics (Computer and Networking)

To register or enquire for more information, please call ELITC at 6483 2535 or email emarketing@elitc.com.All course schedules are subjected to changes at ELITC’s sole discretion.

Get ahead with

Pearson BTEC Level 4 Diploma in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (QCF)Registration opens in April 2017 . Internationally recognised . Complete in 12 months .

Thinking of upgrading your industry knowledge? Why wait? Increase your skill with ITE-certified Nitec Modules.

Nitec in Technology - Electrical Technology . An MOE qualification . Flexible in modules . Jan and Jul intakes .

(Member Fee per module: $749.00*; Non-Member Fee per module: $802.50*)

• ITE’s entry requirement applies to Nitec in Technology programmes. • Miscellaneous and student insurance fees not yet included in the above.• Part-time schedule catered to working adults and students who are considering work-and-study • A module certificate by ITE will be given upon every successful completion of module. • For more information of these upcoming programmes, contact ELITC at emarketing@elitc.com or call 6483 2535.

Two of ELITC’s students achieved the Certificate of Merit (COM) for Nitec in Technology qualification in 2016. Congratulations Ms. Chen Yu Ying and Ms. Jiang Cun Juan for making us proud!

Next intake starts in

July 2017!

Our batch of fun-loving Pearson BTEC students enrolled from 2016 with trainer posing for a Chinese New Year group shot at ELITC’s reception area.

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ELITC’s Professionals, Managers and Executives (PMEs) Level Programmes are targeted to

increase decision-making and planning skills within the supervisory level and above of your

workforce. Make the step in transforming work attitudes, increase knowledge and develop the

management skills for further productivity and quality at work.

“...one good decision can totally change the trajectory of our lives. And that one good decision will lead to better decisions… ” Matt Batterson

Hand-Soldering and Rework, including High Melting Point (HMP) Solderingby IPC Master Trainer

Date: 12 - 13 April 2017 Member Fee: $663.40* Non-member Fee: $727.60**Fees include prevailing GST rate

Who Should Attend:Those who have some soldering experience and looking to improve their techniques, and require an in-depth review of HMP soldering fundamentals, proper soldering methods, equipment care, ESD, safety and general requirement for soldering electronic assemblies.

About the WorkshopParticipants will go through a comprehensive soldering course to learn on solder using tin/ lead or lead-free solders, which also includes rework; the hands-on workshop covers basic solder of terminals and post, through-hole components and surface mount components.

Plumbing Design and Fundamentals ProgrammeDate: 6 April 2017Member Fee: $267.50* Non-member Fee: $321.00**Fees include prevailing GST rate

You will learn how to draw title blocks, views, datums and parts list, and interpreting basic dimensions and tolerances which include geometric dimensioning.Suitable for manufacturing industry personnel.

Other Work Skills Improvement Programmes:• Electrical Installation and Machine Maintenance• Engineering Drawing Interpretation• Section Leader Course• Coaching Skills

630 Awareness:Acceptability Standard and Guidelines for Design, Manufacture, Inspection and Testing of Electronic Enclosuresby IPC Master Trainer

Date: 11 September 2017 Member Fee: $802.50* Non-member Fee: $856.00* *Fees include prevailing GST rate

Who Should Attend:This course has been designed to assist the designers, manufacturers and end users of electronic enclosures of electrical and electronic equipment to understand the best practices to meet requirements, ensuring the reliability and function of the end item assembly for its intended design life.

About the WorkshopThis course discusses IPC-A-630 and IPC-HDBK-630 requirements for the design, manufacture, inspection and test for electronic enclosures.

To register or enquire on group rates or more information, please call ELITC at 6483 2535 or email emarketing@elitc.com. All course schedules are subjected to changes at ELITC’s sole discretion.

Participants sharing a group photo after a pipe system installation activity, which needed them to identify different fittings, cut and bend pipes to required shape.

Make an excellent choice today to improve your language with ELITC’s Workplace English Course

CODES

COURSE TITLE(On-site training at customer’s

location available with minimum class size)

COURSE DATE TIME

*COURSE FEE

MEMBERNON-

MEMBER

WPE-BWorkplace English for Foreign

Workers (Beginner)

2,4,9,11,16,18,23 & 25 May 2017(Tue & Thu)

6:30pm - 9:30pm $160.50 $192.60

WPE-EWorkplace English for Foreign

Workers (Elementary)

3,8,15,17,22,24,29 & 31 May 2017(Mon & Wed)

6:30pm - 9:30pm $160.50 $192.60

WPE-IWorkplace English for Foreign

Workers (Intermediate)

4,6,11,13,18,20,25 & 27 April 2017

(Tue & Thu)6:30pm - 9:30pm $160.50 $192.60

WPE-AIWorkplace English for Foreign

Workers (Advanced Part I)

3,5,10,12,17,19,24 & 26 April 2017(Mon & Wed)

6:30pm - 9:30pm $214.00 $267.50

WPE-AIIWorkplace English for Foreign

Workers (Advanced Part II)To be confirmed 6:30pm - 9:30pm $214.00 $267.50

*Fees include prevailing GST rate.

Start now with our PMEs Programmes:• Manage Quality System and Processes• Apply Project Management Skills• Manage Process Improvement• Apply Management Level Planning Skills• Manage Problems and Make Decisions in a Technical Environment• Apply Basic DMAIC Problem Solving Techniques• Manage Failure Mode and Effect Analysis• Manage Statistical Processes and Data Analysis in a Technical Environment• Apply “8 Disciplines” Problem Solving Approach

To register or enquire for more information, please call ELITC at 6483 2535 or email emarketing@elitc.com.

Interested in Basic Plumbing Designing?

Registration is open