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DFX METHODS AND PRACTICES
DESIGN FOR MANUFACTURABILITY, ASSEMBLY, AND TEST

 This intensive course combines critical concepts from Manufacturing and Design functions to create better overall understanding of DFM and Design as utilized in manufacturing environments. The DFx course can be provided in several on-site formats ranging from one to three days. The CD reference guide for the students is a powerful resource tool for any designer or process engineer.

Before You Begin
  • What is DFA?
  • The Intended Audience
  • How to Use the Course and Courseware
  • The Design Process
Assembly Process Requirements
  • Introduction to SMT
  • How YOU Affect Quality and Reliability
  • Understanding Factory Capabilities
  • Process Requirements
Material Selections
  • PCB's
  • Components
  • Solder
  • Hardware
  • Yield Busters
Physical Requirements
  • Form Factors
  • Panalization
  • Process Tooling
  • Holes
Design Feature Requirements
  • Design Elements
  • Component Placement
  • Symbology
Designing for Test
  • Test Strategies
  • Test Costs
  • Electrical Considerations
  • Mechanical Considerations
  • Test Development Requirements
Documentation Requirements
  • Elements of Doc Package
  • Outsourcing Requirements

Below are some samples of the slides and different subject matter covered in this course. Contact PSI directly for a Demo CD. Course materials include a CD of the presentation materials (with links), a student manual, and numerous handouts.

    

    

    

    

    


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