IPC-A-600 Training Course

Acceptability of Printed Boards

What Is IPC-A-600

The IPC-A-600 standard sets the standard for PCB workmanship quality, providing acceptance criteria and illustrations for target, acceptable and nonconforming conditions that are either internally or externally observable on the bare PCB.

This industry developed training programme provides individuals with the credential that demonstrates their understanding of the Printed Board quality issues.

What’s New in IPC-A-600M?

The latest Revision M of IPC-A-600 introduces important updates to the industry’s criteria for printed board acceptability. This revision expands and refines several key areas, helping manufacturers, inspectors, and quality teams align their processes with current expectations for PCB workmanship.

Notable enhancements in Revision M include updated guidance on edge plating, clearer requirements relating to board cavities, and refined acceptability criteria for conductor thickness and annular ring registration. These improvements strengthen consistency in quality evaluation and support more reliable production outcomes.

As active contributors to IPC Product Assurance and Standards Development Committees, A.R.T. ensures all IPC-A-600 training is delivered using the most up-to-date resources. Delegates attending our IPC-A-600M courses receive structured guidance on applying these revisions effectively within their own inspection and manufacturing environments.

For individuals or organisations requiring the latest specification, you can access the IPC A-600 Manual.

IPC-A-600 Trainer Course Details

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People Responsible for Quality & Reliability of PCBs

This training is a theoretical course that is suitable for any person who is responsible for Quality and reliability PCBs.

Available Levels of Training

Certified IPC Trainer-CIT
Certified IPC Specialist-CIS
Certified Standards Expert-CSE

Training Course Topics

Module 1 – Introduction and Cleanliness Testing (mandatory)
Module 2 – Externally Observable Characteristics
- Printed Board Edges
- Base Material Surface and Subsurface
- Solder Coatings & Holes
- Solder Mask, Pattern Definition and Flatness
Module 3 – Internally Observable Characteristics
- Dielectric Materials & Conductive Patterns
- Plated Through Holes
Module 4 – Miscellaneous
- Flexible & Rigid-Flex Printed Boards
- Metal Core Printed Boards

Course Certification & Qualification

Upon course completion students receive an industry recognised, traceable certification valid for two years.

COURSE DATES & DURATION

CIT: 3 days
CIS: 2.5 days for all modules
CSE: 3 days

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