Course Description
About the Course
Abhijith Electronic Solution offers practical training in Embedded Hardware Design and Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Development using KiCad, an electronic design automation tool.
This course introduces learners to electronic circuit fundamentals, schematic capture, component selection, footprint assignment, PCB layout, routing, and design verification. Participants will learn to convert circuit concepts into manufacturable PCB designs while following good engineering practices.
The training includes hands-on schematic development, component library management, two-layer PCB design, electrical rule checks, design rule checks, and manufacturing file generation.
Key Learning Outcomes
- Understand electronic circuit design fundamentals.
- Create circuit schematics using KiCad.
- Select components and assign appropriate footprints.
- Develop single-layer and two-layer PCB layouts.
- Perform component placement and track routing.
- Apply PCB design rules and electrical checks.
- Generate Gerber files and drill files for fabrication.
- Design a practical PCB for an embedded application.
Why Choose Abhijith Electronic Solution?
- Hands-on PCB design exercises.
- Industry-oriented hardware design practices.
- Practical component selection and footprint management.
- Schematic-to-PCB development workflow.
- Manufacturing documentation and project guidance.
- Customized college workshops and corporate training.
Who Can Join?
B.E./B.Tech students, polytechnic students, graduates, electronics enthusiasts, and aspiring PCB design or embedded hardware engineers.
Abhijith Electronic Solution offers practical training in Embedded Hardware Design and Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Development using KiCad, an electronic design automation tool.
This course introduces learners to electronic circuit fundamentals, schematic capture, component selection, footprint assignment, PCB layout, routing, and design verification. Participants will learn to convert circuit concepts into manufacturable PCB designs while following good engineering practices.
The training includes hands-on schematic development, component library management, two-layer PCB design, electrical rule checks, design rule checks, and manufacturing file generation.
Key Learning Outcomes
- Understand electronic circuit design fundamentals.
- Create circuit schematics using KiCad.
- Select components and assign appropriate footprints.
- Develop single-layer and two-layer PCB layouts.
- Perform component placement and track routing.
- Apply PCB design rules and electrical checks.
- Generate Gerber files and drill files for fabrication.
- Design a practical PCB for an embedded application.
Why Choose Abhijith Electronic Solution?
- Hands-on PCB design exercises.
- Industry-oriented hardware design practices.
- Practical component selection and footprint management.
- Schematic-to-PCB development workflow.
- Manufacturing documentation and project guidance.
- Customized college workshops and corporate training.
Who Can Join?
B.E./B.Tech students, polytechnic students, graduates, electronics enthusiasts, and aspiring PCB design or embedded hardware engineers.
What You'll Learn
Module 1: Electronic Design Fundamentals
- Basic electronic components and circuit symbols.
- Resistors, capacitors, diodes, transistors, and ICs.
- Voltage, current, power, and grounding concepts.
- Reading circuit diagrams and component datasheets.
Module 2: Introduction to KiCad
- KiCad installation and project setup.
- Schematic Editor and PCB Editor.
- Symbol libraries and footprint libraries.
- Project management and design workflow.
Module 3: Schematic Design
- Creating electronic schematics.
- Placing symbols and assigning component values.
- Wiring, net labels, and power connections.
- Connector and interface circuit design.
- Electrical Rules Check (ERC).
Module 4: Footprint Selection and Management
- Understanding PCB footprints.
- Through-hole and surface-mount components.
- Assigning and verifying footprints.
- Custom symbol and footprint creation.
- Component datasheet verification.
Module 5: PCB Layout and Routing
- Transferring schematic designs to PCB Editor.
- Board outline and mechanical constraints.
- Component placement and orientation.
- Track width, clearance, and via selection.
- Copper zones and ground planes.
- Two-layer PCB routing techniques.
Module 6: PCB Design Verification
- Design Rules Check (DRC).
- Unconnected nets and clearance violations.
- Silkscreen and component reference placement.
- Track width and power routing considerations.
- Design review and manufacturability checks.
Module 7: Manufacturing Outputs
- Gerber file generation.
- Excellon drill file generation.
- Board fabrication and assembly fundamentals.
- Bill of Materials (BOM) preparation.
- PCB design documentation.
Module 8: Hands-on PCB Project
- Design a practical sensor or microcontroller PCB.
- Complete schematic capture and footprint assignment.
- Develop a two-layer PCB layout.
- Run ERC and DRC checks.
- Generate fabrication files and present the final design.
- Basic electronic components and circuit symbols.
- Resistors, capacitors, diodes, transistors, and ICs.
- Voltage, current, power, and grounding concepts.
- Reading circuit diagrams and component datasheets.
Module 2: Introduction to KiCad
- KiCad installation and project setup.
- Schematic Editor and PCB Editor.
- Symbol libraries and footprint libraries.
- Project management and design workflow.
Module 3: Schematic Design
- Creating electronic schematics.
- Placing symbols and assigning component values.
- Wiring, net labels, and power connections.
- Connector and interface circuit design.
- Electrical Rules Check (ERC).
Module 4: Footprint Selection and Management
- Understanding PCB footprints.
- Through-hole and surface-mount components.
- Assigning and verifying footprints.
- Custom symbol and footprint creation.
- Component datasheet verification.
Module 5: PCB Layout and Routing
- Transferring schematic designs to PCB Editor.
- Board outline and mechanical constraints.
- Component placement and orientation.
- Track width, clearance, and via selection.
- Copper zones and ground planes.
- Two-layer PCB routing techniques.
Module 6: PCB Design Verification
- Design Rules Check (DRC).
- Unconnected nets and clearance violations.
- Silkscreen and component reference placement.
- Track width and power routing considerations.
- Design review and manufacturability checks.
Module 7: Manufacturing Outputs
- Gerber file generation.
- Excellon drill file generation.
- Board fabrication and assembly fundamentals.
- Bill of Materials (BOM) preparation.
- PCB design documentation.
Module 8: Hands-on PCB Project
- Design a practical sensor or microcontroller PCB.
- Complete schematic capture and footprint assignment.
- Develop a two-layer PCB layout.
- Run ERC and DRC checks.
- Generate fabrication files and present the final design.
Requirements
- - Laptop or desktop computer capable of running KiCad.
- - KiCad software installed.
- - Internet access for component datasheets and library resources.
- - Notebook for circuit calculations and design documentation.
- - Completion of schematic and PCB layout exercises.
- - Electronic components or a fabrication service for optional physical PCB prototyping.
Prerequisites
- - Basic computer knowledge.
- - Basic electrical and electronics knowledge is recommended.
- - No previous KiCad experience is required.
- - Basic circuit analysis is beneficial.
- - Suitable for beginners, engineering students, diploma students, and aspiring hardware designers.
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