Level 3 Award in Micro-Soldering & PCB Repair
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HiQual UK delivers the Level 3 Award in Micro‑Soldering & PCB Repair program, designed for learners seeking advanced skills in precision soldering, circuit board diagnostics, and component replacement. It emphasizes micro‑soldering techniques, PCB fault analysis, and compliance with electronics repair standards. Participants will gain the competence to repair complex mobile phones, laptops, and other electronic devices, ensuring high‑quality workmanship and reliability.
Qualification Details
| Qualification Title | Level 3 Award in Micro-Soldering & PCB Repair |
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| Total Credits | 10 |
| Guided Learning Hours | 100 |
| Qualification Time | 100 |
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Introduction to Micro‑Soldering & PCB Repair Fundamentals of soldering, PCB structures, and repair applications.
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Tools & Equipment for Micro‑Soldering Soldering stations, microscopes, hot air rework tools, and ESD protection.
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PCB Fault Diagnosis Techniques Identifying short circuits, open circuits, and damaged traces.
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Component Removal & Replacement Techniques for removing and replacing ICs, connectors, and micro‑components.
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Advanced Micro‑Soldering Methods Micro‑jumper wiring, pad repair, and precision soldering under magnification.
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Reballing & BGA Repair Techniques Ball grid array rework, reballing methods, and thermal management.
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Data Line & Power Line Repair Diagnosing and repairing damaged data/power lines on PCBs.
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Safety Practices in PCB Repair ESD safety, handling hazardous materials, and workplace safety standards.
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Quality Assurance & Testing of PCB Repairs Functional testing, continuity checks, and compliance verification.
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Documentation & Reporting of PCB Repairs Repair logs, customer reports, and audit‑ready documentation.
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Builds competence in precision micro‑soldering and PCB repair
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Enhances compliance with IPC and ISO electronics repair standards
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Strengthens skills in fault diagnosis, BGA rework, and advanced soldering
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Provides tools for quality assurance, documentation, and safety compliance
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Offers recognized certification to support careers in electronics repair, IT hardware engineering, and technical consultancy
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Mobile phone and electronics repair technicians
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IT hardware specialists and engineers
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Entrepreneurs in electronics repair businesses
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Learners progressing from Level 2 Awards in Electronics or Mobile Repairing (MPRT‑313)
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Assessment Type: Written exam + practical soldering assessment + project
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Format: MCQs, short answers, micro‑soldering tasks, and applied project work
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Total Questions: 60 theory + 1 practical assessment + 1 project submission
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Passing Score: 70%
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Duration: 4–5 days (28–32 hours total)
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Certification: Level 3 Award in Micro‑Soldering & PCB Repair (MSPR)
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