PCB Design

This PCB Design course offers an in-depth exploration of the principles and practices involved in designing printed circuit boards (PCBs). From understanding different types and technologies to mastering the PCB design process, this course covers all essential aspects. Participants will gain hands-on experience in creating schematic diagrams, PCB layouts, and manufacturing files. Advanced topics include specialized designs for various applications, such as servo motor control, RF amplifiers, and LED matrix interfaces. Ideal for engineers and technicians, this course equips you with the skills to design and implement effective PCB solutions.

What You Will Learn

• Fundamentals of PCB types, technologies, and manufacturing processes.
• Basic and advanced PCB design techniques, including schematic creation and PCB routing.
• Use of PCB design tools and software, such as KiCad.
• Design for various applications, including servo motor drives, LED matrices, and RF amplifiers.
• Creation of BOMs, manufacturing files, and post-layout processes.
• Advanced topics like EMI/EMC guidelines and specialized circuit designs.

Course Curriculum

Introduction to PCB Design

• PCB Types, Classes, Technologies
• PCB Manufacturing Process
• PCB Designing Course
• Basic Introduction to PCB Design
• Standards Used in PCB
• BOM (Bill of Materials)
• Inputs Required to Start a PCB

PCB Design Process

• PCB Library Creation
• Schematic Diagram Creation
• PCB Placement
• Constraint Manager & Layer Stackup
• PCB Routing
• EMI/EMC, SI, PI Layout Guidelines
• DFA & DFM
• DFT (Design for Testing)
• Post Layout Process
• Manufacturing and Assembly Files Generation

Advanced PCB Design

• Design of Driving a Servo Motor Layout
• Servo Motor Drive
• Servo Driver Section
• Voltage Summing and Subtraction Circuit Using Op-Amp
• Voltage Adder Circuit
• Subtraction Circuit Using Op-Amp
• Design of 8×8 LED Matrix Interface
• Design of Two-Stage RF Amplifier
• KiCad

Specialized PCB Design

• Common Anode Configuration
• Seven Segment Display Using Decoder
• Atmel AT89S51 Data Sheet
• Schematic Design
• RTD Wiring Configuration
• Temperature Sensor Measurement
• Optical Receiver
• High Voltage Device
• Detector
• PCB Design Flow

Real-Time Tasks

• Design and implement a PCB for driving a servo motor.
• Create a PCB for voltage summing and subtraction circuits using op-amps.
• Design a PCB for controlling a seven-segment display with a microcontroller and decoder.
• Develop a PCB for measuring temperature with an RTD sensor.
• Design a PCB for an optical receiver unit.
• Create a PCB for voltage differentiator and integrator circuits.
• Design a PCB for an LED dimmer circuit using a 555 timer.
• Develop a PCB for an 8×8 LED matrix.
• Design a PCB for a two-stage RF amplifier.