Robert Feranec Courses

Factory Tour in China - How PCB Boards Are Made

Explore a complete PCB manufacturing process in China, from solder paste application to final testing, including pick-and-place machines, reflow ovens, and quality control.

• YouTube
• 12 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

9 Tricks to Test the Board You Designed - Do You Use Them?

Discover 9 essential testing methods for electronic boards including heat, cold, water, dust, humidity, salt water, vibration, ESD, and RF immunity to ensure reliable designs.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 22 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

How to hack a chip? Watch this example

Learn practical techniques for bypassing chip and software protection mechanisms through fault injection methods in this comprehensive technical video. Explore real-world examples of how security researchers can manipulate microcontroller behavior by str…

• YouTube
• 1 hour 16 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Hacking Hardware - Samy Kamkar

Explore hardware hacking techniques, from credit card manipulation to wireless keyboard emulation, with insights on cryptography, fault injection, and firmware reverse engineering tools.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 1 minute
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

How to Do 3D Mechanical Design - It’s Easy. This Is How It Works

Comprehensive guide to 3D mechanical design using Fusion 360, covering essential tools, techniques, and workflows for creating complex models, from basic sketching to advanced features and 3D printing considerations.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 40 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

How to Fully Control ESP32 Over Internet

Learn to control ESP32 over the Internet, including firmware updates. Covers setup, coding, RTOS, variable updates, OTA, function calls, data plotting, and API usage for remote microcontroller management.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 45 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Is KiCad Ready to Replace Paid PCB Design Software?

Explore KiCad's capabilities, future, and potential as a free PCB design tool with project leader Wayne Stambaugh in this comprehensive interview discussing features, support, and industry adoption.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 15 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Thinking to Simulate Your PCB Layout? This May Help - With Steve Sandler

Explore PCB layout simulation techniques to uncover unexpected behaviors, analyze power plane resonances, and optimize signal integrity for improved design outcomes.

• YouTube
• 56 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

What Book for PCB Layout - Answering This and Other Questions

Expert advice on becoming a great hardware engineer, covering education, skill development, and recommended resources for PCB design and electronics.

• YouTube
• 25 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

PCB Stackups - Use Them

Explore various PCB stackup designs for different applications, from high-density to cost-effective options. Learn about motherboard, system-on-module, and SODIMM layouts to enhance your PCB design skills.

• YouTube
• 26 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

How to Create & Use Components in Altium 365 and Concord PRO

Comprehensive guide to creating and managing components in Altium 365 and Concord PRO, covering symbol creation, footprints, templates, lifecycle management, and practical applications.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Using VIA in PAD - Guidelines, Dimensions and More

Comprehensive guide on VIA and VIA-in-PAD usage in PCB design, covering dimensions, types, limitations, and best practices for optimal board performance.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 19 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

How to Create Perfect PCB Footprint - What You Really Need to Know

Learn essential PCB footprint design techniques, including pad dimensions, pin placement, and IPC standards. Gain insights into optimal practices for creating reliable and efficient PCB layouts.

• YouTube
• 2 hours 18 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Understanding PCB Layout Essentials - Change the Way How You Look at the Tracks

Explore a new perspective on PCB layout, focusing on energy transfer rather than voltages and currents. Learn to optimize designs for improved performance and efficiency.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Generating Manufacturing Outputs for Altium Beginners

Learn to generate essential manufacturing outputs in Altium Designer, including Gerbers, BOMs, assembly drawings, and 3D models. Master the final steps of PCB design for production.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• Self-Paced
• Free Video