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IPC-7711/7721 Instructor

This is a 5-day, advanced course for anyone responsible for the quality and reliability of reworked or repaired electronic assemblies. It is a comprehensive hands-on training program with 80% lab work. The certification will allow you to conduct operator training at your company.

Students must be experienced, solderers. Prior rework/repair skills are helpful.

The IPC-7711 is designed for soldered assembly rework– restoring PCB assemblies to their original drawings.

The IPC-7721 is designed for board repair– restoring a board’s functional capability.

Select a class format below

Course Outline

Day 1

  • Introduction to IPC-7711/7721
  • Policies and Procedures
  • Common Procedures
  • Wire Splicing (Mesh, Wrap, Hook & Lap)
  • Instructor Demonstration and Skills Development Lab
  • Through-Hole Rework Procedures
  • Instructor Demonstration and Skills Development Lab

Day 2

  • Chip & MELF Removal/Installation and Localized Cleaning
  • Instructor Demonstration and Skills Development Lab
  • SOIC, SOT and Gull Wing Procedures
  • Instructor Demonstration and Skills Development Lab
  • J-Lead and QFP Procedures
  • Instructor Demonstration and Skills Development Lab

Day 3

  • BGA Removal/Replacement Discussion
  • Equipment Selection
  • Conformal Coating Identification, Removal & Replacement

Day 4

  • PWB Circuit Repair
  • Instructor Demonstration and Skills Development Lab
  • Laminate Repair
  • Instructor Demonstration and Skills Development Lab

Day 5

  • Additional Lab Time
  • Comprehensive Review
  • Roles, Rules and Responsibilities of an IPC Instructors
  • Open and Closed Book Exams

Choose the format for IPC-7711/7721 Instructor that fits your needs

EPTAC offers a variety of options for the way you like to learn or how you would like a program delivered. From Scheduled Classes (in various locations or online), Dedicated Classes (where you select the class, date and time and we deliver the program at your facility or online), EPTAC has you covered.

 
 

Scheduled Classes - Online or In Person

Attend a live instructor led class which are regularly scheduled online or in a variety of locations across North America. Enjoy the real time conversations and interaction with EPTAC’s Master Instructors and your classmates.

Dedicated Classes - Online or On Site

Have a group of employees to train and certify? Let us come to you. We will send one of EPTAC’s Master Instructors, equipment and materials to your location on your schedule. Just provide the classroom and we do the rest. Ask us how we can help.

Have a question about training or IPC certification?

EPTAC has the knowledge and expertise to help you train your staff, understand your process, and increase production. We are committed to answering your questions promptly, and we look forward to hearing from you.