🧾 Course Content

  1: Introduction to PCB Design

• What is a PCB? History and evolution

• Types of PCBs: Single, double, multilayer

• PCB applications in various industries

• PCB design workflow overview

2: Electronic Components & Schematics

• Basic electronic components (passive, active, connectors)

• Reading and creating circuit diagrams

• Symbol vs. footprint understanding

• Netlists and libraries

3: PCB Design Tools

• Introduction to PCB design software (KiCad, Altium, Eagle, etc.)

• User interface and essential functions

• Creating custom components and footprints

4: Schematic Capture

• Circuit creation from scratch

• Annotation and Electrical Rule Check (ERC)

• Design verification and error correction

5: PCB Layout Design

• Board outline creation

• Component placement techniques

• Manual and auto-routing

• Design Rule Check (DRC)

6: Advanced Layout Techniques

• Multi-layer board design

• Ground and power planes

• Thermal management

• High-speed signal routing and impedance control

7: Signal Integrity & EMI Considerations

• Crosstalk, reflections, and trace termination

• Differential pair routing

• Shielding and grounding strategies

8: Simulation and Testing

• Circuit simulation basics

• Pre-layout and post-layout simulation

• Design validation techniques

9: Generating Output Files

• Gerber file generation

• BOM, Drill files, Assembly drawings

• DFM (Design for Manufacturability) guidelines

10: PCB Fabrication and Assembly

• PCB prototyping and manufacturing process

• Component sourcing

• Surface Mount Technology (SMT) vs Through-hole assembly

• Working with PCB manufacturers

11: Final Project

• Design and layout of a functional project (e.g., Arduino shield, power supply, IoT module)

🏁 Course Completion Requirements

• Complete all quizzes (min 70% pass score)

• Submit all major assignments

• Complete project