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wave soldering machine operator

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Wave soldering machine operators set up and operate machines to solder electronic components to the printed circuit board. They read blueprints and layout designs.

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Competences
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Groups
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Essential
16
Optional
17

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Essential knowledge 3 competences

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printed circuit boards

Printed circuit boards (PCB) are essential components to almost all electronic devices. They consist of thin wafers or substrates on which electronic components, such as microchips, are placed. The electronic components are electrically connected through conductive tracks and pads.

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quality standards

The national and international requirements, specifications and guidelines to ensure that products, services and processes are of good quality and fit for purpose.

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temperature scales

Celsius and Fahrenheit temperature scales.

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Essential skills and competences 13 competences

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assemble printed circuit boards

Attach electronic components to the printed circuit board through applying soldering techniques. Electronic components are placed in holes in through-hole assembly (THT), or are placed on the surface of PCB in surface-mount assembly (SMT).

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ensure public safety and security

Implement the relevant procedures, strategies and use the proper equipment to promote local or national security activities for the protection of data, people, institutions, and property.

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interpret circuit diagrams

Read and comprehend circuit diagrams showing the connections between the devices, such as power and signal connections.

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maintain furnace temperature

Monitor and govern the pyrometer to control the furnace temperature.

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measure furnace temperature

Monitor the product temperature using the available tools and measuring instruments and adjust furnace temperature if needed.

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operate wave soldering machine

Operate the wave soldering machine to solder electronic components onto the printed circuit board. Here, the board is moved over a wave of liquid solder and the connections inserted through the board are bonded firmly to the circuit board.

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prepare board for soldering

Prepare the loaded printed circuit boards for solder operations. Clean the board and mark designated areas.

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solder components onto electronic board

Solder electronic components onto bare electronic boards to create loaded electronic boards using hand soldering tools or soldering machinery.

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ensure conformity to specifications

Ensure that the assembled products are conform to the specifications given.

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inspect quality of products

Use various techniques to ensure the product quality is respecting the quality standards and specifications. Oversee defects, packaging and sendbacks of products to different production departments.

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monitor machine operations

Observing machine operations and evaluating product quality thereby ensuring conformity to standards.

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read assembly drawings

Read and interpret drawings listing all the parts and subassemblies of a certain product. The drawing identifies the different components and materials and provides instructions on how to assemble a product.

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read standard blueprints

Read and comprehend standard blueprints, machine, and process drawings.

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Optional knowledge 4 competences

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IPC standards

Standards and guidelines with regards to the use and manufacture of electronics and printed circuit boards. These regulations provide rules and guidelines on topics such as general safety rules, electronic equipment manufacture, electronic equipment testing, and qualifications.

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surface-mount technology

Surface-mount technology or SMT is a method where the electronic components are placed on the surface of the printed circuit board. SMT components attached in this way are usually sensitive, small components such as resistors, transistors, diodes, and integrated circuits.

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through-hole technology

Through-hole technology or THT is a method of mounting electronic components onto the printed circuit board through inserting leads on the components into holes in the circuit board and soldering the components to the board. THT components attached in this way are usually larger than SMT components, such as capacitors or coils.

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printed circuit boards testing methods

Printed circuit board (PCB) testing methods consist of those processes in which PCB components or systems are tested, such as the in-circuit test (ICT), joint test action group (JTAG) test, and automated optical inspection (AOI).

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Optional skills and competences 13 competences

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dispose of soldering waste

Collect and transport solder dross in special containers for hazardous waste.

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clean printed circuit board

Clean the printed circuit boards and components as necessary before, during, and after the assembly process.

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test printed circuit boards

Test the printed circuit board with special testing adapters to ensure optimal efficiency, functionality, and that everything works according to design. Adapt the testing devices to the type of circuit board.

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write records for repairs

Write records of the repairs and maintenance interventions undertaken, of parts and materials used, and other repair facts.

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apply health and safety standards

Adhere to standards of hygiene and safety established by respective authorities.

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apply technical communication skills

Explain technical details to non-technical customers, stakeholders, or any other interested parties in a clear and concise manner.

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check for solder defects

Check the printed circuit board for solder defects and make adjustments as required.

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keep records of work progress

Maintain records of the progress of the work including time, defects, malfunctions, etc.

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oversee logistics of finished products

Ensure that the processes of packing, storage and shipment of finished products meet the requirements.

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repair electronic components

Repair, replace or adjust damaged electronics components or circuitry. Use hand tools and soldering and welding equipment.

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report defective manufacturing materials

Maintain required company records and forms in order to report any defective materials or questionable conditions of manufacturing machinery and equipment.

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resolve equipment malfunctions

Identify, report and repair equipment damage and malfunctions. Communicate with field representatives and manufacturers to obtain repair and replacement components.

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use CAM software

Use computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) programmes to control machinery and machine tools in the creation, modification, analysis, or optimisation as part of the manufacturing processes of workpieces.

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