The University of Maryland (UMD) MATRIX Lab has a short course on PCB Design offering a unique, valuable opportunity to combine classroom and hands-on learning. Scroll down to register and learn more
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In the MATRIX Lab short course "Introduction to PCB Design Essentials: Sensing Systems," participants will learn and practice introductory skills for the design, fabrication, and assembly of printed circuit boards (PCB) from concept to prototype.
The course starts with an overview of electronics and circuit schematic/layout in design software, such as KiCAD and Fusion 360. Then, each step of the PCB fabrication process will be presented and demonstrated in-house at the MATRIX Lab. Instructors will also review essential skills for integrating electronics with off-the-shelf sensor modules, including soldering, circuit/PCB debugging, packaging, and device validation. Lastly, analysis of prototype performance and sensor signal capture will be discussed.
Who is the instructor?"Introduction to PCB Design Essentials: Sensing Systems" will be taught in the USMSM SMART Building by MATRIX Lab PhD Justin Stine. Dr. Stine is the lab's Director of Remote Sensing and Microsystems.
This course has been designed for professionals and students interested in a combined theoretical and practical learning experience focused on printed circuit board design and manufacturing, plus relevant use cases for these skills.
Minimal knowledge in printed circuit board design is required.
Basic electronics knowledge is preferred.
6 day course costs $850 per participant. Space is limited to 12 participants.