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Global Electronics Association Releases Fall Schedule of Instructor-led Courses
October 20, 2025 | Corey Lynn, Global Electronics AssociationEstimated reading time: 1 minute
Whether you’re looking to enhance your PCB design skills, explore advanced packaging technologies, or deepen your understanding of reliability, these Global Electronics Association courses deliver high-impact learning from the best in the industry.
Here are a few starting this week:
Building Sustainable Model-based PCBs
October 20–November 5 | Instructor: Fil Arzola
Kicking off the October series, this course provides a practical approach to designing and building sustainable model-based printed circuit boards. Participants will gain insight into balancing design considerations with environmental and reliability requirements, preparing them to implement best practices across product lifecycles.
Advanced Packaging: HDI Enabling Technology
October 20–29 | Instructor: Mike Carano
Industry veteran Mike Carano explores how high density interconnect (HDI) technology is reshaping advanced packaging. Engineers will learn about the critical processes and materials enabling next-generation packaging, as well as how to apply HDI techniques to improve performance and reliability.
AI Applications of Machine Data in the EMS Industry
October 21 and 23 | Instructor: Tim Burke
Artificial intelligence is transforming electronics manufacturing. This focused course covers how machine data can be applied to real-world electronics manufacturing services (EMS) challenges, from defect detection to predictive maintenance, equipping participants with actionable strategies.
Get the complete list of fall classes in the Fall 2025 issue of Community Magazine.
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