printed circuit board assembler

Printed circuit board assemblers read blueprints and drawings to assemble printed circuit boards.

DESCRIPTION

Printed circuit board assemblers read blueprints and drawings to assemble printed circuit boards. They use hand- and automated soldering tools and machines to connect electronic components to the board.

THEORETICAL KNOWLEDGE

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

integrated circuits

semiconductors

printed circuit boards

OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit

maintenance of printing machines

PRACTICAL SKILLS

OPTIONALOptional competences

pack electronic equipment

oversee logistics of finished products

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