SYLLABUS

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OVERALL COURSE OBJECTIVE:

This course aims to equip students with the fundamental
knowledge and practical skills necessary to design and
layout single and double-layer printed circuit boards (PCBs)
using KiCAD software.

LEARNING OUTCOME:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be
able to:
 List the types and applications of PCBs in various
industries.
 Identify common electronic components and their
packaging types.
 Apply the PCB design work flow from schematic
capture to fabrication and assembly.
 Apply design rules and standards for single and
double-layerPCBs.
 Use KiCAD tools effectively for schematic capture,
PCB layout design, and footprint creation.

 Design and implement any microcontroller-based

circuit using KiCAD.
 Employ optimal component placement strategies
considering heat dissipation, signal integrity, and
manufacturability.
 Implement proper routing techniques for single
and double-layer PCBs, adhering to design rules
and signal integrity considerations.
 Identify the problems while designing the PCB and
trouble shoot them.
 Generate Gerber files for PCB manufacturing.
 Apply best practices in PCB design,including design
for manufacturability(DFM), thermal management,
and documentation practices.
 Design and layout a single or double-layer PCB for a
specific electronic project using the acquired
 knowledge and KiCAD tools.
 Create comprehensive PCB design documentation,
including schematics, layout files, and bill of
materials (BOM).

SL. MODULE NAME MODULE CONTENT

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1 PCB Design Introduction to PCB Design:Basics of electronic components

Fundamentals (resistors,capacitors,inductors, ICs) and circuits-Introduction to
PCB design - Evolution of PCBs -Types -Single layer - Double
layer –Multi layer – Board materials - Applications across
various industries - Different packaging types - Through-hole
mounting type package (DIP, ZIP, SIP, PGA, etc.), Surface
mounting typepackage (SOP,QFP,SOJ,QFJ,BGA)-Symbol&Code-
PCB Design Workflow, Schematic capture to fabrication and
assembly - Electronic Components and Footprints-
Understanding component data sheets- Introduction to PCB
design software (e.g., Eagle, Orcad, KiCAD, Mentor Graphics,
Easy EDA, Circuit Maker, Protel etc.)
KiCAD

2 PCB Design Introduction to KiCAD: Overview of KiCAD tools (Capture CIS,

Software (KiCAD) PCB Editor) - User interface, navigation, and environmentsetup
Fundamentals -PCBTerminologies: Keyterms like layers,pads, jumper,
traces,vias,[Link] in PCB design-Design rule
basics(trackwidth,spacing,clearances)
- Layer stackup concepts - KiCAD Capture CIS: Schematic
capture process - Component placement, symbol creation, and
netlist generation - Design rule checks (ERC) and error
correction-PAD Stack Editor:Defining pad stacks for different
component types(THT,SMD)- Customizing pad shapes, sizes,
and layers - Managing drilling and plating requirements -
Creating PCB Footprints: Designing footprints using the Package
Symbol Editor - Linking footprints to schematic symbols for
accurate placement
3 Single Layer PCB Creating an 8051-based or equivalent circuit schematic -
Layout and Utilizing KiCAD libraries and custom component creation -
Routing with Implementing proper signal connections and power distribution
- 8051 Library Creation: Building a custom library for the 8051
 KiCAD microcontroller - Defining symbol and footprint for accurate
representation-Footprint Linking: Associating schematic
symbols with their PCB footprints - Solder mask – Silk screen -
Troubleshooting and debugging common issues - Importance of
RoHS (Restriction of use of Hazardous Substances)- Waste
management of hazardous materials in PCB- Environment
Management Standards(EMS)

4 Double Layer Component Placement: Strategies for optimal placement on the

PCB Layout and PCB - Considering heat dissipation, signal integrity, and
Routing with manufacturability - PCB Routing: Manual and automatic routing
KiCAD techniques - Design rule compliance and signal integrity
considerations - Implementing proper routing practices for
single and double-layer PCBs - Gerber Creation: Generating
Gerber files for PCB manufacturing - Understanding Gerber file
formats and specifications - Exporting design data for
fabrication - Best Practices:Design for manufacturability (DFM)
principles - Signal integrity considerations (trace length
matching, impedancecontrol)-Thermal management
techniques-Documentation and versioncontrol – Bill of
Materials

5 Manual PCB Manual PCB Fabrication:Schematic - PCB Layout - Transfer to

Fabrication copper clad board - Etching - Drilling-component placement–
Testing–Finishing-Design,fabricate and test a powersupply circuit
using copper clad sheet

6 Experiments to be
completed [Link] a schematic, generate netlist and simulate an RC
duringthecourse: coupled amplifier. Place the components of RC coupled
(minimum5 amplifier and route the connections between the components
experiments) without auto-routing option and verify using design rule check.
[Link] a schematic, generate net list and simulate a High Pass
[Link] the components of High Pass filter and route the
connections between the components without auto-routing
option and verify using design rule check.
[Link] a PCB layout for Astable multivibrator circuit and verify
using design rulec heck. Generate gerber file, BOM.
[Link] a PCB layout for regulated power supply, verify using
design rule check and generate gerber file, BOM.
[Link] symbols and footprint for 1N4007diode.
 [Link] symbols and footprint for IC741.
[Link] symbols and footprint for BC107 transistor.
[Link] symbols and footprint for a connector.
[Link] a PCB circuit which uses a via.
[Link] a PCB circuit which uses a jumper.

Thanking You,

With regards,

MANAGER-Project & Training