IPC-A-620 Instructor (Recert)
This 2 day lecture course is for anyone needing to renew their existing IPC/WHMA-A-620 Instructor Certification. Attendees will review the IPC/WHMA-A-620 standard and must successfully complete open and closed book exams in order to renew their 620 Instructor certification.
Recertification is required every 24 months.
Who Should Become Certified
This course is for anyone responsible for the quality and reliability of cable and wire harness assemblies–including trainers, engineers, quality supervisors, inspectors and manufacturing personnel responsible for quality assurance.
Prerequisites
- Completion of IPC’s on-line IPC Essentials program*
- Completion of IPC’s on-line Policies & Procedures program*
- Understanding of the Cable Wire Harness Industry
- Understanding of the English language, oral and written
*In order for IPC Certification to be issued, completion of these two on-line programs must be completed outside of class via IPC’s website. If the IPC Enhanced Policies and Procedures Exam is also listed, in the IPC Pre-Course section, complete this exam on-line outside of class
Course Outline
Day 1
- Module 1: General and Applicable Documents
- Module 2: Wire Preparation
- Module 3: Soldered Terminations
- Module 4: Crimp Terminations
Day 2
- Review and Review Exercise
- Module 4 (cont.): Crimp Terminations
- Module 5: Insulation Displacement (IDC)
- Module 6: Ultrasonic Welding
- Module 7: Splices
- Module 8: Connectorization
Day 3
- Review and Review Exercise
- Module 8 (cont.): Connectorization
- Module 9: Molding / Potting
- Module 10: Cable Assemblies and Wires
- Module 11: Marking Labeling
- Module 12: Coaxial and Biaxial Assemblies
- Module 13: Wire Bundle Securing
Day 4
- Review and Review Exercise
- Module 13 (cont.): Wire Bundle Securing
- Module 14: Shielding
- Module 15: Cable/Wire Harness Protective Coverings
- Module 16: Finished Assembly Installation
- Module 17: Testing
- Module 18: High Voltage • Review and Exam
Day 5 - Optional
- Module 1: Lab Overview, Review harness assembly print, materials and tooling
- Module 2: Wire Prep and Solder Termination – no soldering, Cut and semi-stripping five wires, Install wires onto the harness board
- Module 3: Lug Crimp Terminations, Cut, strip and crimp two styles of lug-type terminals, Install wires onto the harness board
- Module 4: Pin Crimp Terminations, Cut, strip and crimp two styles of pin terminals, Install wires onto the harness board
- Module 5: Coaxial Terminations, Cut, strip RG59 wire; assemble two coaxial connections, Install wires onto the harness board
- Module 6: IDC Terminations, Cut, strip CAT5 wire; crimp two IDC connectors, Install wires onto the harness board
- Module 7: Mass Terminations, Cut, ribbon cable; crimp two mass termination connectors
- Module 8: Harness Securing, Secure the cable using tie-wraps and lacing cord
Choose the format for IPC-A-620 Instructor (Recert) 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 In-Person (our scheduled classes in various locations), Online, Online Challenge (if you know the content, test out and get your certification), On-Demand (meaning 24/7 access), On-Site (for larger groups at your facility’s), or Dedicated Online (where you select the class, date and time and we deliver the program live), EPTAC has you covered.
In Person
Attend a live, in-person, instructor lead class which are regularly scheduled in a variety of locations across North America. Enjoy the real time conversations and interaction from not only EPTAC’s Master Instructors, but your classmates as well. Find a location and date below that fits into your busy schedule.
Online
Enjoy the convenience of online training with live interaction and instruction from EPTAC’s Master Instructors, all from the comfort of training at home or in the office and reducing your travel expenses and costs. Find a date below that fits into your busy schedule.
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.
Dedicated Online
Schedule your own personal corporate online class. Enjoy all the convenience of online training for your own group of employees with live interaction and instruction from EPTAC’s Master Instructors, regardless of whether your employees are at home or in the office and reducing your travel expenses and costs. Ask us how we can make it happen.
Challenge
Test, Pass the Exam(s) and go directly to IPC Certification. If you understand the content of this particular program, inside and out, a challenge test might be for you. Simple to set up, EPTAC will get you on your way and the rest is up to you. Select your date below. Remember to study.
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.