September 2014 MCI (P) 009/08/2014 Issue No. 14/02

Lead-Free Hands-on Soldering Course conducted by ELITC

PREMIER IPC PROGRAMS

Participants Testimonial

Look out for Pearson BTEC Level 5 HND Diploma in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (QCF) preview

sessions dates in ELITC’s website.

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This course is designed to provide basic knowledge needed for entry-level opportunities in the electronics manufacturing industry including new hire training.

This course provides an introduction to basic electronic assembly, safety & ESD, component identification, common industry terms and definitions.

Course is 30 percent lecture, 70 percent hands-on lab exercises using industry standard tools and materials. The course includes improving soldering workmanship skills, workmanship acceptance criteria and identifying common soldering and cosmetic defects.

IPC — Association Connecting Electronics Industries® offers globally recognised industry-traceable programs on key Electronics Industry Standards. The goals of the IPC Programs are to provide a standardised set of industry developed, recognised, approved and traceable training programs to enhance understanding and appropriate application of criteria in the standard.

• provide an understanding of accept/reject criteria to enhance an individual’s motivation and ability to consistently and correctly apply the technical discrimination criteria.

• teach methods and processes to improve an individual’s skills and ability to achieve acceptable workmanship.

• teach methods and techniques how to use, navigate, locate and to apply the criteria contained in a document to the appropriate class or classes of production.

1. What is a BTEC?

• BTEC is an acronym for Business and Technology Educational Council.

• They provide a practical, real-world approach to learning without sacrificing any of the essential subject theory.

2. Where can BTEC take you?• Due to global recognition, students who have

attained qualification for BTEC Level 5 HND Diploma have earned enough credits for direct entry to some of the prestigious universities in UK, US and Australia.

Please visit https://degreecoursefinder.pearson.com/ for more details.

3. What is the entry requirement for BTEC?• 18 years of age with GCE ‘O’/’A’ level, Higher Nitec certificate, or other equivalent qualifications.• Mature applicants with at least 21 years of age who have a minimum of 2 years relevant working experience

but do not possess the required qualifications may also be considered.• Foreign applicants must have English Proficiency with:

✓ IELTS (International English Language Testing System) score of at least 5.50; or

✓ A level of competence equivalent to a TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score of 500 or Equivalent

The training is very useful; we gain

valuable knowledge about hand soldering.

Asep Indra CahyadiPT. Len Industri (Persero)

Soldering skills by ELITC is a good program to improve our skills on lead-free soldering. The course is nice. I like it! Rifonda MonandikaPT. Len Industri (Persero)

BTEC Progression Path

★IPC-A-600 Acceptability of Printed Boards

★IPC-A-610 Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies

★IPC/WHMA-A-620Requirements and Acceptance for Cable and Wire Harness Assemblies

★IPC-J-STD-001Requirements for Soldered Electrical and Electronic Assemblies

★IPC 7711/7721Rework of Electronic Assemblies/Repair and Modification of Printed Boards and Electronic Assemblies

ANNOUNCEMENT!

Congratulations to ELITC for attaining Pearson BTEC Approved Centre status

ELITC kick-started a new partnership venture with Blackfox by bringing in High Melting Point Soldering Course as there was a demand from local industries for high tech and high reliability soldering courses conducted by professional and qualified Master IPC Trainer (MIT).

This hands-on course is designed for those who have previous soldering experience and require an in-depth review of HMP soldering fundamentals, proper soldering methods, equipment care, ESD, safety and general requirement for soldering electronic assemblies.

There are many situations in electronics manufacturing, aerospace, oil and gas industries where it is necessary to use high melting point solder. The act of implementing HMP solder will require soldering temperatures that are higher than standard Sn/Pb eutectic solders.

Manufacturers soldering at high temperatures need to be aware of a few simple rules to prevent catastrophic component or board failures.

This course was conducted by Blackfox MIT, Mr. Steve Fribbins.

Participants from Sanmina-SCI Systems Singapore Pte Ltd attending Blackfox HMP Soldering Course.

BTEC Implementation Training on 1 & 4 August 2014

High Melting Point Soldering Course (HMP) conducted by Blackfox

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ELITC trainers, associate trainers and staff went through BTEC Implementation training conducted by Mr Anura Rodrigo from Pearson UK.

For more information about HAKKO products, please visit website at www.hakko.com.sg

Connecting you to the latest soldering technology. Serving as a reliable source for your production needs.

Soldering and Testing Equipment used for Blackfox HMP Soldering Course

Hear what the participants said about this course➢ “Good program. Will recommend to more key personnel at Sanmina to learn more about HMP

soldering skills.”

➢ “Shared plenty of practical experience & demonstration.”

➢ “Learnt soldering techniques for SMT components.”

➢ “Acquired skills and knowledge of components, flux types, soldering techniques and conditions.”

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High Melting Point Soldering Course (HMP) conducted by Blackfox

ELITC kick-started a new partnership venture with Blackfox by bringing in High Melting Point Soldering Course as there was a demand from local industries for high tech and high reliability soldering courses conducted by professional and qualified Master IPC Trainer (MIT).

This hands-on course is designed for those who have previous soldering experience and require an in-depth review of HMP soldering fundamentals, proper soldering methods, equipment care, ESD, safety and general requirement for soldering electronic assemblies.

There are many situations in electronics manufacturing, aerospace, oil and gas industries where it is necessary to use high melting point solder. The act of implementing HMP solder will require soldering temperatures that are higher than standard Sn/Pb eutectic solders.

Manufacturers soldering at high temperatures need to be aware of a few simple rules to prevent catastrophic component or board failures.

This course was conducted by Blackfox MIT, Mr. Steve Fribbins.

Soldering and Testing Equipment used for Blackfox HMP Soldering Course

HFX951 Soldering Station HFG101 Solder Tester HFX838 Soldering Station

For more information about HAKKO products, please visit website at www.hakko.com.sg

Hear what the participants said about this course

“Good program. Will recommend to more key personnel at Sanmina to learn more about HMP soldering skills.”

“Shared plenty of practical experience & demonstration.” “Learnt soldering techniques for SMT components.” “Acquired skills and knowledge of components, flux types, soldering techniques and conditions.”

Participants from Sanmina-SCI Systems Singapore Pte Ltd attending Blackfox HMP Soldering Course.

Photos courtesy of HAKKO used with permission

ELITC’s 28th Annual General Meeting (AGM)ELITC’s 28th AGM was held on 27th June 2014 at SAFRA Toa Payoh. Mr Colin Tan was the guest speaker invited to give a leadership talk titled “The Elixir for Authentic Leadership Development”.

We would also like to extend our congratulations to Ms Sharon Sng

for receiving her 15 years Long Service Award!