ACE is Chester Electronic Design’s official training program, built to equip engineers and designers with the practical skills they need to work efficiently in Altium Designer. Whether you’re brand new to schematic design or looking to master component library management, ACE courses are structured to help you become productive and proficient with real-world workflows.
The Courses
Beginner Schematic Design
This course introduces the fundamental principles of electronic schematic creation and management using Altium Designer, covering component placement, wiring techniques, and effective communication of design intent. Upon completion, students will receive a Certificate of Completion and a LinkedIn badge via Certifier. A continuing education document acknowledging 8 hours of training is available upon request.
Beginner PCB Layout
This course provides essential knowledge and skills for translating schematic designs into physical printed circuit board layouts with Altium Designer, focusing on component placement, routing fundamentals, and design rule considerations for manufacturability. Upon completion, students will receive a Certificate of Completion and a LinkedIn badge via Certifier. A continuing education document acknowledging 8 hours of training is available upon request.
Intermediate Libraries
This course focuses on the processes involved in creating and managing component libraries within Altium Designer. Students will learn to organize, standardize, and optimize their libraries to enhance design efficiency. Upon completion, students will receive a Certificate of Completion and a LinkedIn badge via Certifier. A continuing education document acknowledging 8 hours of training is available upon request.
Upcoming Courses
Intermediate Schematic Design
Build upon the basics with our Intermediate Schematics Course. Explore advanced techniques for Project Structures, Multi-Channel Design, Signal Harnesses, and Differential Pairs to enhance your design capabilities.
Intermediate PCB Layout
Take your PCB layout skills to the next level! This course covers advanced topics such as Differential Pair Routing, Length Matching, Multi-Channel Design, and the implementation of Blind, Buried, and Backdrilled Vias for more complex designs.