Operator proficiency trainingis being offered for IPC-J-STD- 001D. This standard describes materials, methods and acceptance criteria for producing soldered electrical and electronic assemblies. This training is applicable for anyone who is responsible for the assembly of equipment built to the requirements of IPC/EIA J-STD-001.

The J-STD 001 Application Specialist course consists of five modules in which the duration can range from one to five days depending which modules are chosen to be taught. This modular design allows employers to select the appropriate amount of training to meet each individuals needs.

• Module One: which is the pre-requisite for modules 2 - 5, covers General requirements, materials, components, cleanliness, assembly and soldering processes. The remainder of the program is as follows:
  
  
• Module two: Wrapping, soldering, and inspection of stranded wire connections to various terminals.
  
  
• Module three: Installation, soldering, and inspection of components in plated- through-holes.
  
  
• Module four: Mounting, soldering and inspection requirements for surface mount components.
  
  
• Module five: Inspection criteria of the ANSI/J-STD-001.

Students will learn the differences between the three product classes, how to interpret the requirements of the standard and become familiar with the terminology used. Workmanship skills assessment is used with modules 2-4. The student must perform wire and component preparation and hand solder the terminations. The soldered connections have to meet class 3 requirements of the J-Std. It is also required that ½ of the soldered connections be done utilizing lead-free solder.

There is also written tests associated with each module. Module one has a open and closed book multiple choice test. The average between the two tests must be 70% or greater.The remainders of the modules each have an open book test in which the student must score greater than 70% on each.

Upon successful completion the student will receive a certificate valid for two years from the date of issue in the areas where proficiency is demonstrated. The certification is a portable credential which is issued to the individual. If the student was previously certified to the J-STD, they have the option of either taking the recertification class or they may go thru the challenge process. The recertification class runs for 2 days. The first day is a general review of the standard highlighting the differences in the D revision. On the second day the student will perform the workmanship samples and take the written tests. The challenge process is a one day class where the student comes in and takes all the tests and then completes the workmanship samples without any technical instruction or review.