LEADOUT is near to completing its impressive range of online training modules produced to support the industry as it struggles with lead-free education.The training modules have been produced by members of the European LEADOUT team. Each training module is also supported by a interactive assessment section so staff can test their knowledge after undertaking training.

The core subjects cover design, process and quality control at a practical level:

• Module 1 - Solder Paste Printing and Stencil Handling
• Module 2 - Reflow and Wave Soldering Temperature Profiling
• Module 3 - Lead-Free Finishes for Boards and Components
• Module 4 - Hand Soldering and Rework
• Module 5 - Solder Joint Visual Inspection

Looking at one example, the Solder Paste Printing and Stencil Handling module contains five lessons stepping through the subject at a pace defined by the student.The material is a mixture of text, illustrations, animation and video content to best support the learning experience.

• Lesson 1 - Stencil Manufacturing Technologies and Terminologies
• Lesson 2 - Stencil Design Guidelines
• Lesson 3 - Stencil Printing Parameters
• Lesson 4 - Stencil Life and Care
• Lesson 5 - Case study - measuring printing transfer efficiency of lead free solder pastes

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