Module 3: PCB Design & Manufacture

Question 1

Describe the basic elements of a PCB.

Answer 1

A non-conductive base, with one or more layers of conductive material (i.e. copper). The base mechanically supports the tracks and components.

Question 2

What are the three main categories of PCBs?

Answer 2

• Single-sided* (tracks on only one side);
• Double-sided* (tracks on both sides, with the base layer in between);
• Multi-layer* (several layers of conductive tracks and non-conductive bases).

Question 3

What is the most common base material of a general-purpose PCB?

Answer 3

Epoxy-glass FR-4

Question 4

What are the 5 basic steps in designing a PCB?

Answer 4

1. note all components/hardware that won’t be on th