ELE 121: Hand Soldering Techniques

In this course, students will gain a theoretical understanding of the materials, tools, and techniques used, as well as hands-on training in through-hole and surface-mount soldering. Students will also learn industry recognized standards, inspection techniques, and how to repair faulty solder joints. The use of a stereo microscope for post-repair visual inspection will also be explored. This course prepares students to sit for the Institute of Printed Circuits (IPC) basic CIS certification (Certified IPC Specialist). Level I Prerequisite: Academic Reading and Writing Levels of 6; ELE 111 minimum grade "C"

Level I Prereq: Academic Reading and Writing Levels of 6; ELE 111 minimum grade "C"

Class offerings by semester

  Winter Summer Fall

Even Years
(2022, 2024, 2026)

offered at nighttime offered at nighttime offered in the daytimeoffered at nighttime

Odd Years
(2023, 2025, 2027)

offered at nighttime   offered in the daytimeoffered at nighttime

offered in the daytimeDay Class (before 5 p.m.) offered at nighttimeEvening Class (after 5 p.m.) offered online Online Class
Revised: 3/30/23

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Description Hours
Credits 2
Lecture Hours 15
Clinical Hours 0
Lab Hours 30
Other Hours 0
Total Hours 45

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