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Short course

PCB Design Program in Coimbatore

From circuit design and simulation to fabrication and hardware testing — on six industry tools.

  • 90 Hours
  • 9 modules
  • Classroom + hands-on lab
  • Govt.-accredited (NSDC) + IPCS
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Programme overview

Complete PCB development training: electronics basics, PCB fundamentals and manufacturing, simulation in LTspice, board design in EasyEDA, KiCad, Altium Designer, OrCAD and Proteus, and hands-on etching and assembly.

  • 90 Hours

    Duration

  • 90 Hours

    Training hours

  • 9

    Modules

  • 3

    Projects

Who should join

  • ECE, EEE & EIE students
  • Embedded engineers
  • Hardware hobbyists
  • Electronics technicians

Eligibility

Diploma or degree in electronics/ electrical, or basic electronics knowledge.

Best for: ECE, EEE & EIE students

What you'll be able to do

  • Design schematics and multi-layer PCBs
  • Simulate circuits before building
  • Generate Gerbers and BOMs for manufacture
  • Etch, assemble and test a real board

The full syllabus

9 modules, 90 hours.

Training hours by module90 hours in total
  • 01 Basic Electronics10h
  • 02 PCB Design Fundamentals & Manufacturing Process10h
  • 03 Circuit Simulation using LTspice10h
  • 04 PCB Design using EasyEDA10h
  • 05 PCB Design using KiCad12h
  • 06 PCB Design using Altium Designer12h
  • 07 PCB Design using OrCAD10h
  • 08 PCB Design & Simulation using Proteus8h
  • 09 Hands-On PCB Etching & Assembly8h

Module-by-module topics

11% of programme
  • Basic electrical: voltage, current, power
  • Basic electronics: R, L, C, diodes, transistors
  • Digital systems: gates, flip-flops, counters

11% of programme
  • PCB layers & materials
  • Design rules & footprints
  • Fabrication & assembly process

11% of programme
  • Transient & AC analysis

11% of programme
  • Online design & ordering

13% of programme
  • Schematic to layout
  • Gerber export

13% of programme
  • Libraries, rules & routing
  • Multi-layer boards

11% of programme
  • Capture & PCB Editor

9% of programme
  • Co-simulation with microcontrollers

9% of programme
  • Etching, drilling & soldering
  • Testing & debugging

Tools & technologies you'll use

  • LTspice
  • EasyEDA
  • KiCad
  • Altium Designer
  • OrCAD
  • Proteus
  • Soldering station

Projects you'll build

  1. 1

    Project 01

    Power supply board

  2. 2

    Project 02

    Microcontroller development board

  3. 3

    Project 03

    Etched & assembled PCB

How you'll be assessed

  1. 01

    Module Assessments

    Practical and theory checks at the end of each module.

  2. 02

    Project Reviews

    Trainer review of your mini projects and final project.

  3. 03

    Certification

    Issued on meeting assessment and attendance criteria.

Certification: Government-accredited (NSDC) certificate + IPCS Global course certificate + Internship Certification.

Roles You'll Be Ready For

  • 1

    PCB Design Engineer

    Designs schematics and board layouts.

  • 2

    Hardware Design Engineer

    Designs complete electronic hardware.

  • 3

    Layout Engineer

    Routes multi-layer and high-speed boards.

  • 4

    Hardware Test Engineer

    Tests and debugs assembled boards.

  • 5

    CAD / Library Engineer

    Builds component libraries and footprints.

  • 6

    Freelance PCB Designer

    Designs boards for startups and makers.

Good to know: PCB Design Program is a focused short course and a strong starting point for these roles; most learners reach them fastest by continuing with Advanced Embedded Systems Program (CESE).

Your Growth Ladder

Click a stage to see what the role involves and its salary band.

  1. Create schematics and simple layouts.

Annual Salary Range (CTC) — ₹ Lakh per annum
Annual Salary Range (CTC) — ₹ Lakh per annum
StageMinimum (₹ lakh p.a.)Maximum (₹ lakh p.a.)
Junior PCB Designer2.54.5
PCB Design Engineer4.58
Senior Layout / Hardware Engineer814
Hardware Lead / Architect1425

Indicative ranges for India in 2026. Lower end: Tier-2 cities such as Coimbatore and smaller firms; upper end: metros and larger companies; GCC and overseas packages are typically higher. Guidance only, not a salary guarantee.

Skills to add next

  • High-speed design & signal integrity
  • DFM / DFA practices
  • EMI / EMC basics
  • Altium in depth
  • Power electronics design

Certifications to target

  • Altium Designer certification
  • IPC CID (Certified Interconnect Designer)
  • IPC-A-610 awareness
  • KiCad advanced courses

Upgrade path at IPCS Global

  1. 1

    Advanced Embedded Systems Program (CESE)

    View CESE →

  2. 2

Your first 12 months after the course

  1. Month 0–1

    Get Visible

    Polish your resume and portfolio; apply through the IPCS placement cell's drives.

  2. Month 1–3

    First Role

    Join as a Junior PCB Designer.

  3. Month 3–6

    Get Certified

    Earn one certification from the list above.

  4. Month 6–12

    Specialise

    Pick a specialisation and own a project, system or channel.

Global opportunity: Embedded skills are in demand in Germany, Japan, the US and the GCC. Many Indian engineers work on global projects from Bengaluru, Chennai, Coimbatore, Pune and Hyderabad design centres.

Placement support

Technical skill gets you noticed — presentation and confidence get you hired. Every learner goes through a structured career-readiness track alongside their course. PCB Design Program learners get 100% placement assistance from our Coimbatore placement cell.

  • Dedicated Placement Cell

    An in-house team works with industry partners to line up interviews, drives and referrals — supporting learners until they are placed, not just until the course ends.

  • Resume Building

    One-on-one sessions to craft an achievement-focused resume tailored to the role and industry each learner is targeting.

  • Aptitude Training

    Structured practice in quantitative aptitude, logical reasoning and verbal ability — the areas most recruiters screen first.

  • Personality Development & Talentino

    Communication, body-language and workplace-readiness coaching, plus our in-house talent showcase sessions.

  • Mock Interviews & Group Discussions

    Simulated technical and HR panels and GD rounds, so the first real interview never feels like the first.

Final selection depends on each learner's skills and interview performance. See recent placements

Course fees

Contact for fees

The fee for PCB Design Program depends on the batch type and learning mode you choose. Call or WhatsApp +91 80860 96664 for the current fee and any instalment options, or book a free demo class first.

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Batch timings

Batches: Weekday · Weekend · Fast-track. Mode: Classroom + hands-on lab.

  • Weekday Batches: Regular daytime batches for students and freshers.
  • Weekend Batches: Saturday–Sunday batches for working professionals.
  • Fast-Track Batches: Intensive schedules to finish sooner.

Exact class timings are fixed for each new batch — our counsellors will share the next start date. Centre hours: Mon–Sat, 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM.

PCB Design Program: frequently asked questions

PCB Design Program runs for 90 Hours with 90 hours of training across 9 modules and 3 hands-on projects. You can choose a weekday, weekend or fast-track batch at our Peelamedu centre.

Diploma or degree in electronics/ electrical, or basic electronics knowledge. Best suited for: ECE, EEE & EIE students. It is also a good fit for ECE, EEE & EIE students, Embedded engineers and Hardware hobbyists.

You will work hands-on with LTspice, EasyEDA, KiCad, Altium Designer, OrCAD, Proteus and Soldering station. Modules include Basic Electronics, PCB Design Fundamentals & Manufacturing Process, Circuit Simulation using LTspice and PCB Design using EasyEDA.

Typical roles include PCB Design Engineer, Hardware Design Engineer, Layout Engineer and Hardware Test Engineer. The indicative starting range for a Junior PCB Designer is ₹2.5–4.5 lakh per annum; this is guidance only, not a salary guarantee. Our placement cell supports you with resume building, mock interviews and interview drives.

Government-accredited (NSDC) certificate + IPCS Global course certificate + Internship Certification. Embedded Systems & IoT programmes are delivered at IPCS Global Coimbatore, an ISO 9001:2015 certified institute.

Fees depend on the batch type you choose. Please call or WhatsApp +91 80860 96664 for the current fee and any offers, or book a free demo class to meet the trainers first.

Anything else? Call +91 80860 96664 or visit the Coimbatore branch (Mon–Sat, 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM).

Book Your Free Demo Session Today

Sit in on a live PCB Design Program class, meet the trainers and see the labs before you enrol.

Book Your Free Demo Session Today

Sit in on a live PCB Design Program class, meet the trainers and see the labs before you enrol.