Description
Attach electronic components to the printed circuit board through applying soldering techniques. Electronic components are placed in holes in through-hole assembly (THT), or are placed on the surface of PCB in surface-mount assembly (SMT).
Alternative labels
printed circuit boards assembling
assembling PCBs
PCB assembling
assemble PCBs
assemble circuit boards
PCBs assembling
circuit board assembling
assembling printed circuit boards
circuit boards assembling
printed circuit board assembling
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Assemble printed circuit boards is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Wave soldering machine operator: Wave soldering machine operators set up and operate machines to solder electronic components to the printed circuit board. They read blueprints and layout designs.
Surface-mount technology machine operator: Surface-mount technology machine operators use surface-mount technology (SMT)Â machines to mount and solder small electronic components onto printed circuit boards to create surface-mounted devices (SMD).
Printed circuit board assembler: 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.
Optional skill
Assemble printed circuit boards is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
Marine electronics technician: Marine electronics technicians lay out, install and repair electronic systems and equipment in vessels. They assemble electronic components and wiring according to blueprints and assembly drawings.
Electronic equipment assembler: Electronic equipment assemblers are responsible for the assembly of electronic equipment and systems. They assemble electronic components and wiring according to blueprints and assembly drawings. They may assist in quality inspection and equipment maintenance.
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