Effective schematic design is the starting point for any reliable PCB. In this immersive, hands-on course, you will learn how to build and manage schematics using Altium Designer and its integrated workspace. The training provides you with practical techniques to improve design accuracy, work more efficiently, and create well-structured workflows.

• Build clear and reliable schematics with step-by-step instructor guidance
• Strengthen your skills through practical, hands-on exercises
• Utilize the workspace to improve collaboration and transition smoothly to PCB layout
• Highlight your capabilities with an official certificate of completion
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Course Agenda‍

Introduction: Navigating the Workspace and the Design Environment
Duration: 7 Hours‍

Main topics:

• Understand how to access the workspace, browse folder structures, and use the Explorer panel to manage projects efficiently
• Learn how to customize the design environment by configuring panels, toolbars, and menus to suit your workflow
• Open existing projects or create new ones within the workspace to support smooth project handling and collaboration
• Set up schematic preferences to standardize your design capture process and maintain consistency across projects

Schematic Capture and Design Fundamentals
Duration: 7 Hours

Main topics:

• Place schematic components efficiently using workspace libraries to maintain a smooth and organized design process
• Establish accurate electrical connections between components to define circuit functionality
• Adjust schematic grid and cursor settings to improve precision, alignment, and usability
• Manage both graphical and electrical elements effectively to keep schematics clear and well-structured
• Apply proper component annotation to ensure each element is uniquely identified throughout the design
• Use global editing tools to quickly implement consistent changes across multiple design elements
• Define and apply electrical rules to maintain design quality and prevent errors
• Perform validation checks to confirm connectivity and compliance with defined rules
• Structure complex projects using hierarchical design techniques for better organization
• Manage multi-sheet schematics to efficiently handle larger and more complex designs
• Transfer design rules from the schematic to the PCB layout to ensure consistency throughout the workflow

Documentation and Output Generation
Duration: 2 Hours

Main topics:

• Generate a comprehensive Bill of Materials (BOM) that outlines all required components and quantities for production
• Use Output Job files to efficiently create and manage multiple output documents with consistency and accuracy
• Perform design reviews using workspace commenting and task features to support collaboration and feedback

Bonus Content
Optional
The following module(s) provide additional skills to enhance your learning experience

• Learn how to build and manage components within the workspace, including creating symbols, assigning footprints, and organizing them for future reuse

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