Overview:
IPC/WHMA-A-620, Requirements and Acceptance for Cable and Wire Harness Assemblies, describes the acceptability criteria for producing crimped, mechanically secured or soldered interconnections as well as the lacing and restraining criteria related to cable and harness assemblies. IPC/WHMA-A-620 was jointly developed by the IPC and WHMA (Wire Harness Manufacturer's Association) along with 86 additional user and supplier companies.

In addition to providing Industry with this new specification, IPC/WHMA has developed the Certified IPC Specialist (CIS)Training Program to accompany the specification. The course is designed to enable operators to recognize the difference between an acceptable and unacceptable assembly. The ability to properly identify acceptable assemblies will help dramatically reduce the amount of rework required during manufacturing. In an effort to meet and exceed customer and quality system requirements, electronics manufacturers are relying more on standardized training for their workforce. Assembly operators, technicians, and engineers are ideal candidates for this course. The knowledge they gain in just a few days can be immediately applied to many process issues related to cable and wire harness assemblies.

The CIS course is designed modularly in order to accommodate the wide variety of cable and wire harness assemblies currently being used in industry. There are eighteen modules and manufacturers can select the ones they need to meet their needs. Proficiency in understanding the specification is determined through a series of written standardized exams developed by the IPC/WHMA. Operators will be tested on each module in which they are trained. Operators who demonstrate proficiency will receive a portable certification in the areas where proficiency is demonstrated. Certifications are valid for 2 years.

Who Should Attend:
Technical and manufacturing personnel who are responsible for the assembly and/or inspection to the requirement of IPC-WHMA-A-620

Duration: 3 days

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