Hard Skills
IntermediateIn-Circuit Testing (ICT) OperationThe ability to operate automated test equipment to check individual components on a populated printed circuit board for electrical shorts, opens, and component values.
AdvancedPCB Soldering and ReworkThe technical skill of removing and replacing surface-mount and through-hole components using soldering irons, desoldering tools, and hot air stations.
IntermediateSchematic InterpretationReading and understanding electronic circuit diagrams to identify component locations, signal paths, and voltage points for troubleshooting purposes.
AdvancedDiagnostic TroubleshootingUsing logical deduction and test equipment like multimeters or oscilloscopes to determine the root cause of electrical failures in a circuit.
IntermediateIPC-A-610 ComplianceKnowledge of the international acceptability standards for electronic assemblies, covering solder joints, component orientation, and cleanliness.