Industry Certifications
EFSC's Engineering Technology program courses align with several industry certifications. Industry certifications bolster resumes, encourage higher salaries, and may assist in job retention.
They have become an important part of the workforce as employers are seeking individuals with skill sets that will help their organization compete locally and globally. People who have earned an industry certification through training, followed by an approved exam, have demonstrated they have specific knowledge in technical areas.
Engineering Technology instructors are approved to administer exams for IPC Certifications, the standard devised by the Electronics Industry Global Trade Organization known as IPC. The information below explains the Engineering Technology courses that can lead to specific IPC certifications.
The College's Assessment Centers are approved to administer exams for many other certifications that EFSC Engineering Technology courses can prepare you for, including:
- Manufacturing Skills Standards Council - Certified Production Technician (MSSC-CPT)
- SOLIDWORKS Certification
IPC Certifications and Related EFSC Courses
IPC Certifications are the standard in demonstrating electronics manufacturing knowledge. EFSC's Engineering Technology program instructors offer five courses that can lead to four IPC Certifications. These courses can be part of the A.S. degree and also part of many of the related Engineering Technology College Credit Certificates.
IPC testing is done under the supervision of a certified IPC trainer and EFSC instructors are certified to offer the testing to students who have completed the required coursework.
EETC 1610 - Through-Hole and Surface-Mount Soldering (Prerequisite for all other courses)
EETC 1611 - Standard Testing and Certification: Complete to test for IPC-J-STD-001: Requirements for Soldered Electrical & Electronic Assemblies
EETC 2620 - Advanced Surface-Mount Soldering Technology: Complete to test for IPC-7711/7721: Rework, Modification and Repair of Electronic Assemblies
EETC 1612 - Cabling and Wire Harness Assembly: Complete to test for IPC/WHMA-A-620: Requirements and Acceptance for Cable and Wire Harness Assemblies
EET 2621 - Soldering Inspections and Processes (EETC 1611 is a prerequisite): Complete to test for IPC-A-610: Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies
For more information on these courses and IPC Certification contact:
Shawn Coulsey, coulseys@easternflorida.edu, 321-433-5302 OR
Meer Almeer, almeerm@easternflorida.edu, 321-433-5220