What’s Included?
This course includes expert-led instruction, hands-on soldering practice, and all required learning materials. Participants work with a range of tools and components to develop confidence in soldering techniques.
Who Should Attend?
Suitable for beginners, mechanical craftspeople, and individuals involved in assembling or repairing electrical and electronic equipment who wish to develop or refine soldering skills.
Assessment
- Assessment is practical and continuous, based on safe working practices and the quality of soldered joints produced during the course.
Additional Notes
Please note that this course may be cancelled and rescheduled if no uptake is received up to 14 days prior to the course start date.
A cancellation fee of 30% will be charged for cancellations within 24 hours of the course date. Failure to attend without notice will result in a full charge.
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The soldering course was very clear and practical. It really helped improve my confidence working with small components.
Anon. Participant
Course Content
Principles of soldering and best practice
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Health and safety and electro-static discharge (ESD) awareness
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Preparation of tools and materials
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Heat transfer and heat shielding
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Preparing and tinning wires and components
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Recognising common components and cables
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Soldering wire terminations and PCBs
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Safe removal of components from PCBs
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
Work safely when soldering electrical components
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Prepare tools, materials, and components correctly
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Apply effective soldering techniques
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Produce reliable soldered joints
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Safely remove and replace components
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