CAREER PATH
Certification Roadmap
01
Student
Entry point
02
New Engineer
CPE101
03
Process Engineer
CPE201
04
Specialist
CPE301
05
Technical Leader
TECC assessor / mentor
Our Certification Programs
Three competency-assessed levels, from foundational shop-floor knowledge to advanced technology leadership.
BRONZE
TECC-CPE101
Certified PCB Manufacturing Associate
- Objective: Foundational knowledge of the full PCB manufacturing flow and shop-floor safety.
- Eligibility: Students, operators, new engineers (0-2 years); no prerequisite.
- Assessment: Written exam, hands-on practical on 3 process stations, safety check.
- Passing: 70% written, all practical checklists passed, 100% safety.
- Competencies: 15-step PCB process flow, travelers and work instructions, basic chemistry and equipment, defect recognition, 5S and safety.
- Participant benefits: Job-ready credential, entry to CPE201.
- Employer benefits: Shorter onboarding, verified baseline skills.
SILVER
TECC-CPE201
Certified PCB Process Engineer
- Objective: Control, troubleshoot and optimize PCB processes.
- Eligibility: CPE101 plus 1 year experience, or engineering degree plus 2 years.
- Assessment: Case-based exam, process setup and troubleshooting on the TECC pilot line, improvement project with oral defense.
- Passing: 75% written, practical passed, project approved.
- Competencies: Process windows and SPC, bath analysis and control, DOE, 8D/FMEA root cause, IPC-A-600 / IPC-6012.
- Participant benefits: Recognized engineer credential, career progression.
- Employer benefits: Higher yield, less scrap, evidence for BOI merit HR development.
GOLD
TECC-CPE301
Certified Advanced PCB Technology Specialist
- Objective: Lead advanced technologies - HDI, laser and filled vias, mSAP / IC substrate, high-speed materials, advanced surface finishes.
- Eligibility: CPE201 plus 3 years process engineering.
- Assessment: Advanced exam, capstone R&D or pilot project on the TECC line, technical paper, panel interview.
- Passing: 80% exam, capstone meets KPIs, panel approval.
- Competencies: HDI and fine line, reliability testing (thermal cycling, IST, CAF), new material qualification, technology transfer and mentoring.
- Participant benefits: Specialist status, eligible to become TECC trainer/assessor.
- Employer benefits: In-house technology leader for R&D and BOI technology localization.
CREDENTIAL TYPES
Certification Framework
01
Certificate of Completion
Awarded for short courses on the basis of attendance plus a quiz.
02
Professional Certification
Competency-assessed certification for CPE101, CPE201 and CPE301.
03
Digital Certificate & Badge
A digital certificate and badge, shareable on LinkedIn.
04
Validity & Recertification
Valid for 3 years. Renew with 30 CPD hours plus a refresher assessment; otherwise re-examination is required.
TRUST & AUTHENTICITY
Verification & Security
Every TECC certificate carries a unique certification ID in the format TECC-CPE201-2026-000123, so employers and partners can confirm a credential in seconds.
QR Code Verification
A QR code on every certificate links to the online TECC certification registry showing name, level, issue/expiry date and status.
Anti-Counterfeit Features
- Hologram
- Micro-text
- Digital signature
Why Certify?
TECC certification is competency-based - it verifies what people can do on the shop floor, not just attendance.
Verified Skills
Written exams, hands-on practicals and projects confirm real competency aligned with IPC standards.
Higher Yield, Less Scrap
Employers gain shorter onboarding and engineers who control, troubleshoot and optimize processes.
BOI Merit Evidence
Certified training provides evidence for BOI merit HR development and technology localization.