Application includes
- stating primary reasons why soldering is performed in the electronics industry
- identifying soldering tools and materials
- identifying methods of soldering/desoldering
- distinguishing between good and bad soldering connections
- demonstrating soldering/desoldering techniques for various connections
- preparing a printed circuit board with soldered components
- defining hazards of working with lead and materials containing lead.
Process/Skill Questions:
- What effects can improper soldering techniques have on one's repair success rate?
- What is a common cause of bad solder connections?
- What is the most important safety device to use when soldering?