PCB Layout Courses and Certifications

Hackaday

Inductance in PCB Layout - The Good, the Bad, and the Fugly

Explore PCB layout inductance: its impacts, mitigation strategies, and real-world applications. Learn to optimize designs for better performance and reliability.

• YouTube
• 24 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

SparkFun Electronics

PCB Layout Optimization - Part 2

Learn PCB layout optimization techniques, including component placement, via usage, ground plane design, and test point implementation for efficient circuit board creation.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Robert Feranec

Common Mistakes in PCB Layout Design

Discover common PCB layout mistakes as an expert reviews a beginner's first design, covering everything from component placement and track routing to power regulation and DRC checks.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 1 minute
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Robert Feranec

Custom DIY Keyboard Design and Build: PCB Layout Improvement - Part 5

Master advanced PCB layout techniques for custom keyboard design, focusing on power routing, thermal management, and signal integrity improvements for optimal electronic performance.

• YouTube
• 54 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Coursera

From Schematic to PCB: Layout Fundamentals

Master PCB layout fundamentals using KiCAD to transform schematics into manufacturable boards with proper component placement, routing strategies, and design verification techniques.

• Coursera
• 3 hours 59 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Coursera

OrCAD Essentials: Capture, Simulation & PCB Layout

Master OrCAD's complete workflow from schematic capture through PSpice simulation to PCB layout, creating manufacturable designs that meet industry standards.

• Coursera
• 4 hours 4 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Robert Feranec

PCB Antenna - How to Design, Measure and Tune

Learn PCB antenna design, measurement, and tuning techniques for optimal performance in electronic devices. Covers layout, common mistakes, and practical adjustments for improved signal output.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 36 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Robert Feranec

Ground in PCB Layout - Separate or Not Separate?

Explore PCB grounding techniques with expert Rick Hartley, discussing the pros and cons of separating digital and analog grounds, and best practices for effective PCB layout and signal integrity.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 3 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Robert Feranec

Altium Beginners - PCB Layout

Step-by-step guide to PCB layout in Altium Designer, covering importing schematics, component placement, layer management, and design rule checks for beginners.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Crash Course Electronics and PCB Design

18697 ratings at Udemy

Learn Analog / Digital Electronics and PCB Design from the Ground up with Altium CircuitMaker and Labcenter Proteus

• Udemy
• 4 days 16 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Robert Feranec

How to Improve Your PCB Layout - Routing and Space

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Expert PCB layout tips: optimize DDR4 memory, differential pairs, NAND interfaces, and track clearances. Improve routing techniques and space utilization for better board designs.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Robert Feranec

Improving Your PCB Layout and Manufacturing Your Board

Step-by-step guide to improve PCB layout, generate manufacturing files, and order custom microcontroller boards. Covers track optimization, power planes, impedance, PCB panelization, and component ordering.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 48 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Robert Feranec

How to Do PCB Layout - Step by Step

Step-by-step guide to PCB layout, covering stackup, design rules, power connections, ground planes, component fanout, signal routing, and design rule checking for a simple microcontroller board.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Robert Feranec

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
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Robert Feranec

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
• On-Demand
• Free Video