Course Overview

The UK’s electronics industry is booming, with demand for skilled PCB designers rising rapidly. Over 70% of electronics firms report difficulty finding qualified professionals, making PCB design expertise highly valuable. This CPD Accredited course responds directly to this skills gap, offering an Industry Standard pathway to boost your technical knowledge and career prospects.

Through practical modules like creating schematics, double-sided PCB layouts, and custom library components using Eagle software, you’ll gain hands-on experience that employers seek. From software installation to manufacturing guides, every step is designed to build confidence and competence in real-world PCB design projects, ensuring you develop skills that matter.

By completing this nationally recognised programme, you position yourself for greater employability and promotion potential within the electronics sector. With the industry expanding, this course opens doors to exciting roles and long-term career growth, making it the perfect investment for aspiring and current professionals alike.

Learning Outcomes  

By completing this course, learners will be able to:

• Understand fundamentals of PCB design and schematic creation
• Install and configure Eagle software for PCB projects
• Create and manage custom libraries in Eagle effectively
• Design single and double sided PCB layouts proficiently
• Apply surface mount technology (SMT) in PCB design
• Utilise autorouter tools for efficient PCB routing
• Prepare manufacturing files including Gerber and BOM accurately
• Develop microcontroller-based PCB projects using Eagle software

Why choose Learn the Art and Science of PCB Design with Eagle?

• CPD Accredited Qualifications
• No need to worry about hidden charges
• Tutor assistance on every weekday
• Practical and honest assessments performed immediately
• Personal PDF certificate awarded on passing

Who Is This Course For?  

This course is ideal for:

• Electronics engineers seeking PCB design skill enhancement
• Hobbyists and makers aiming to create custom PCBs
• Engineering students pursuing practical PCB design knowledge
• Professionals transitioning into embedded systems or hardware design
• Technical project managers overseeing PCB development processes

CPD Certification

After completing the MCQ assessment, you will qualify for the CPD Certificate from HF Online as proof of your continued professional development. You can order your certificate at a cost of £10 for PDF and £29 for hardcopy certificate or both for £39.

Assessment

For assessing your learning, you have to complete an automated MCQ exam. It is required for the students to score at least 60% to pass the exam. Learners can apply for the certificate after they clear the exam.

There are assignment questions provided at the end of the course. You are suggested to complete the questions to enrich your understanding of the course. You can complete this according to your preferred time. The expert tutor will provide feedback on your performance after assessing your assignment.

Career Path  

Completing this diploma can lead to the following UK job roles:

• PCB Design Engineer: £30,000 – £50,000
• Embedded Systems Engineer: £35,000 – £60,000
• Electronics Design Engineer: £32,000 – £55,000
• Hardware Development Engineer: £40,000 – £65,000
• Product Design Engineer: £30,000 – £52,000
• Manufacturing Process Engineer (Electronics): £28,000 – £48,000