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Course Module: PCB Design with Altium Designer

Module 1: Introduction to PCB Design and Altium Designer

• Understanding the PCB Design Process
• Overview of Altium Designer Interface and Features
• Setting Up a New Project and Configuring Design Parameters
• Navigating Altium’s Workspace and Tools

Module 2: Schematic Capture in Altium Designer

• Creating Schematic Sheets and Components
• Placing and Connecting Components in Schematic Editor
• Annotating and Managing Component References
• Validating Schematic Connectivity and Electrical Rules

Module 3: Component Library Management

• Importing and Creating Component Libraries
• Managing Component Footprints and Symbols
• Creating Custom Components and Symbols
• Working with Manufacturer Part Search Libraries

Module 4: PCB Layout and Routing

• Transferring Schematic to PCB Layout Editor
• Placing Components and Routing Traces
• Applying Design Rules and Constraints
• Optimizing PCB Layout for Signal Integrity and EMI/EMC

Module 5: Advanced PCB Design Techniques

• Layer Stackup Configuration and Management
• Differential Pair Routing and Impedance Control
• High-Speed Signal Routing Guidelines
• Designing Multilayer PCBs and HDI (High-Density Interconnect) Boards

Module 6: Design Rule Setup and Verification

• Defining Design Rules for Signal Integrity, Clearance, and Manufacturing
• Performing Design Rule Checks (DRC) and Correcting Errors
• Designing PCBs for Manufacturability and Assembly
• Generating Gerber Files and Fabrication Outputs

Module 7: 3D PCB Visualization and Mechanical Integration

• Integrating Mechanical Design with Altium Designer
• Importing and Viewing 3D Models of Components and Enclosures
• Collaborating with Mechanical Engineers for PCB-Footprint Compatibility
• Performing Thermal Analysis and Heat Sink Placement

Module 8: Design Collaboration and Version Control

• Working Collaboratively with Team Members in Altium 365
• Managing Design Revisions and Version Control
• Using Altium’s Project Release Management Features
• Exporting and Importing Designs for Collaboration

Module 9: Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Test (DFT)

• Understanding DFM Guidelines for PCB Fabrication and Assembly
• Designing for Panelization and PCB Stacking
• Implementing Test Points and JTAG Boundary Scan for DFT
• Generating Documentation and Assembly Drawings

Module 10: Advanced Topics and Troubleshooting

• Designing Flex and Rigid-Flex PCBs
• Handling Signal Integrity Issues and Crosstalk
• Debugging and Troubleshooting PCB Layouts
• Best Practices for PCB Design with Altium Designer

Each module will include hands-on exercises, projects, and assessments to reinforce learning and practical application of PCB design concepts using Altium Designer.