Electromechanical Assembler (EEV0752)

Course Description

The Electromechanical Assembler (EEV0752) is a 500-hour, hands-on vocational course in the Engineering Technologies > Electronics Vocational taxonomy of Florida's Statewide Course Numbering System (SCNS). It constitutes Occupational Completion Point (OCP) C within the Mechatronics Technology program pathway. Students develop the practical skills required to assemble, test, and inspect complex electromechanical systems and subassemblies used in advanced manufacturing, aerospace, defense, and industrial automation industries. Classroom theory is balanced with extensive laboratory instruction to develop job-ready competencies in DC/AC circuits, soldering, mechanical assembly, wiring, and quality inspection. Graduates are prepared for immediate entry-level employment as electromechanical assemblers and are positioned to continue into the Mechatronic Technician OCP (EEV0753).

Learning Outcomes

Required Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

• Apply DC circuit theory, including Ohm's Law, series, parallel, and combination circuits, to practical assembly tasks.
• Apply AC circuit theory, including capacitance, inductance, and transformer fundamentals, in electromechanical assembly contexts.
• Perform high-reliability soldering techniques for through-hole and surface-mount electronic assemblies in compliance with IPC-J-STD-001 standards.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and blueprints to guide assembly and wiring tasks.
• Assemble and wire electromechanical subassemblies including motors, sensors, relays, switches, and control components following engineering documentation.
• Perform visual and functional inspection of completed assemblies, making accept/reject determinations using IPC-A-610 acceptability standards.
• Follow workplace safety standards, including ESD (electrostatic discharge) handling, OSHA compliance, and safe use of hand and power tools.
• Use standard electronic test equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies) to verify assembly functionality.
• Demonstrate quality assurance practices including documentation, traceability, and defect identification in a manufacturing environment.

Optional Outcomes

The following outcomes may be covered depending on institutional resources and program emphasis:

• Fabricate and test cable and wire harness assemblies per IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards.
• Perform rework, modification, and repair of electronic assemblies using advanced surface-mount technology (SMT) techniques per IPC-7711/7721.
• Demonstrate basic programmable logic controller (PLC) concepts as applied to electromechanical control systems.
• Apply pneumatic and hydraulic component identification and basic assembly skills in automated systems.
• Utilize computerized circuit simulation software to analyze and verify electromechanical designs prior to physical assembly.

Major Topics

Required Topics

• DC Circuits — Voltage, current, resistance, Ohm's Law, Kirchhoff's Laws, series/parallel/combination circuit analysis, power calculations.
• AC Circuits — Sinusoidal waveforms, frequency, capacitors, inductors, transformers, impedance, and AC power fundamentals.
• Soldering Fundamentals — Solder theory, heat management, flux, through-hole component soldering and rework, IPC-J-STD-001 compliance.
• Surface-Mount Technology (SMT) Assembly — Safe installation and removal of SMT components (chip resistors/capacitors, SOTs, MELFs, SOICs, QFPs, PLCCs).
• Schematic and Blueprint Reading — Electrical symbols, wiring diagrams, assembly drawings, bill of materials (BOM) interpretation.
• Electromechanical Component Identification — Motors (AC/DC), solenoids, relays, contactors, switches, sensors, encoders, and actuators.
• Mechanical Assembly Techniques — Fastener systems, torque specifications, chassis assembly, printed circuit board (PCB) mounting and hardware installation.
• Electronic Test Equipment Operation — Digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, function generators, bench power supplies, LCR meters.
• Quality Inspection and IPC Standards — IPC-A-610 acceptability criteria, accept/reject decision-making, visual inspection methods, defect identification and documentation.
• Workplace Safety and ESD Control — OSHA standards, personal protective equipment (PPE), ESD handling procedures, proper tool use, and hazardous materials handling.

Optional Topics

• Cable and Wire Harness Assembly — Wire preparation, termination, connector assembly, continuity and hi-pot testing, IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards.
• Advanced SMT Rework and Repair — Hot-air rework stations, BGA and fine-pitch component rework per IPC-7711/7721.
• Introduction to PLCs and Automation — Basic ladder logic, I/O identification, sensor interfacing in automated assembly lines.
• Pneumatic and Hydraulic Systems — Component identification, symbols, circuit assembly, and safety in fluid-power systems.
• Digital Electronics Fundamentals — Logic gates, binary number systems, flip-flops, and basic digital circuit assembly and testing.
• Electromechanical Project Assembly — Capstone assembly project integrating soldering, mechanical assembly, cabling, cleaning, and functional testing.

Resources & Tools

• Test Equipment: Digital multimeters, dual-trace oscilloscopes, function generators, DC bench power supplies, LCR meters
• Soldering Equipment: Temperature-controlled soldering stations, hot-air rework stations, desoldering tools, solder (lead and lead-free)
• Hand Tools: Wire strippers, crimpers, screwdrivers, nut drivers, torque wrenches, pliers, anti-static wrist straps
• IPC Standards Documents: IPC-J-STD-001, IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-A-620, IPC-7711/7721
• Reference Texts: Florida CAPE/FLDOE task lists for Mechatronics Technology; manufacturer component datasheets; OSHA 10 General Industry materials
• Software: Circuit simulation software (e.g., Multisim, TinkerCAD Circuits) for optional pre-build verification
• Safety Supplies: ESD mats, wrist straps, PPE (safety glasses, gloves), fire extinguishers rated for electrical fires

Career Pathways

Graduates of the Electromechanical Assembler OCP are prepared for immediate employment in Florida's high-tech manufacturing sector and beyond. Common entry-level positions include:

• Electromechanical Assembler — Production assembly of complex electronic and mechanical systems
• Electronics Assembly Technician — PCB and subassembly fabrication in manufacturing environments
• Quality Control Inspector — Visual and functional inspection of electronic assemblies
• Cable and Wire Harness Assembler — Fabrication and testing of electrical interconnects
• Production Technician — Supporting automated manufacturing lines in industrial settings

Industries hiring include aerospace, defense, medical device manufacturing, industrial automation, and consumer electronics. With further education through EEV0753 (Mechatronic Technician, OCP D), graduates can advance to higher-level technician and systems integration roles. The A.S. in Engineering Technology provides a pathway for continued academic advancement, including transfer to bachelor's degree programs in Engineering Technology.

Special Information

Certification Preparation

This course prepares students to pursue the following nationally recognized IPC industry certifications, which are administered by IPC-certified instructors at participating Florida technical colleges:

• IPC-J-STD-001 — Requirements for Soldering Electrical & Electronic Assemblies
• IPC-A-610 — Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies (Certified IPC Specialist)
• IPC/WHMA-A-620 — Requirements and Acceptance for Cable and Wire Harness Assemblies (optional track)
• IPC-7711/7721 — Rework, Modification and Repair of Electronic Assemblies (optional/advanced track)

Students may also be eligible to pursue the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council Certified Production Technician (MSSC-CPT) credential, which is aligned with Florida Engineering Technology programs statewide.

Program Context

EEV0752 is OCP C within the Mechatronics Technology full program. Students who complete all OCPs (A through D) earn a full program certificate. This course is a workforce education offering measured in clock hours (500 hours), not semester credit hours, consistent with Florida's career and technical education framework for postsecondary vocational programs.