ESD Control

This lecture course introduces the basic concepts of electrostatic discharge (ESD): how it occurs, precautionary measures to prevent electrical overstress (EOS), how to control ESD, ESD protected areas and workstations, proper mitigation techniques, proper handling techniques, and use of personal grounding devices. 

Description

The ESD Control course covers fundamental aspects of electrostatic discharge (ESD), including its causes, necessary precautionary measures to prevent harm to sensitive electronic components, methods for controlling ESD within ESD-safe environments and workstations, effective mitigation techniques, correct handling procedures, and the use of personal grounding devices. 

  • ESD Awareness 

  • What is Static Electricity 

  • What is ESD 

  • What causes ESD 

  • What types of materials can generate static electricity 

  • What effects ESD can have on electronic components 

  • Problems related to ESD and the relative costs 

  • Difficulties in identifying ESD related failure 

  • Categories of ESD failure 

  • Material Handling 

  • How to control generation of static electricity 

  • Work area control techniques 

  • Proper packaging and handling techniques 

  • Personal Grounding 

  • Working in an ESD-Protected Area 

  • ESD Protected Area controls 

  • Elements of an ESD-safe workstation 

  • Proper use of foot straps 

Pre-requisites

None required

Skill Level

Beginner

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