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Counterfeit Components Workshop

*Inspection for Visual Indicators of Counterfeit Parts
IDEA-TRN-2000

In cooperation and partnership with IDEA, this course provides a basic introduction to Counterfeit Mitigation as well as an introduction to IDEA-STD-1010, including training in methods for the visual detection of counterfeit and substandard characteristics, through a hands-on workshop. The training environment provides a unique opportunity to examine real components with live, on-site microscopic magnification to obtain experience in the visual inspection techniques of IDEA-STD-1010 and learn how to detect counterfeit components firsthand.

Note: IDEA-ICE-3000 Certification

*About IDEA-ICE-3000 Professional Inspector Certification
This program is open to all participates, however; successful completion of this training does not guarantee eligibility for the IDEA-ICE-3000 Exam. For this to occur candidates must be employees of an OEM, CM, EMS Provider, or an IDEA General Member. All prospective IDEA-ICE-3000 Exam candidates must contact IDEA prior to submitting an Exam Application (Click Here) to confirm they have fulfilled all eligibility requirements.

What Students Receive

All attendees will receive:

  • IDEA-STD-1010-B
  • Copy of the Course Presentation
  • EPTAC Certificate of Completion

Course Outline

Welcome and Orientation

Introduction to IDEA-STD-1010

Supplier Management of Independent Distributors

  • Independent Distributor Supplier Program
  • Independent Distributors in the Supply Chain
  • Basics – How Distribution Works
  • About the Open Market
  • Open Market Inspection
  • Counterfeiting Origination

Creating Expectations: Quality Independent Distributors

  • Attributes and Capabilities
  • Value-Added Services

The Inspection Program

  • Open Market Inspection
  • Equipment and Tools
  • Inspector Approach

The Inspection Process

  • Overview of Counterfeit and Substandard Characteristics
  • Examples of Acceptability vs. Defect Conditions
  • Review of Key Visual Inspection Skills

Hands-On Microscopic Examination of Parts

Preparing for the IDEA-ICE-3000 Professional Inspector Certification Exam

  • Exam Terms and Conditions
  • Overview of content
  • Exam resources and references

Prerequisites

In order to view examples under magnification, students must supply their own laptop computer with the following minimum system requirements:

  • Windows 98, XP, Vista, 7 or a Mac OS
  • 512MB Ram
  • One (1) available USB port

Upon receipt of registration, EPTAC will send a link for attendees to download and install the software on their laptops for the USB microscope. The registrant must download and install the software prior to the day of the course.