Altium Designer Essentials
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Altium Designer Essentials with Altium 365 Instructor-led and Private training provides comprehensive coverage of the entire design capture process—from User Interface and Project Creation to PCB Layout and Fabrication Output—seamlessly integrating Altium 365 features.
- Create high-quality PCB designs in less time.
- Learn powerful best practices to help you save time and reduce costly errors.
- Access, create, and update projects and documents in Altium 365 Workspace.
- Earn a certificate to showcase your skills to potential employers.
Advance your design skills by learning from Altium experts!
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This course, available as instructor-led or private training, is ideal for:
- Beginners who are new to PCB design and want to establish a solid foundation in the field.
- Experienced designers seeking to transition to or gain proficiency with Altium Designer and its advanced features.
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USD 2,396
Hours of Training: 24 Hours
Downloadable Activities: > 200
Live, instructor-led training offers hands-on learning with real-time feedback. This comprehensive course is designed to help electronic engineers master the core capabilities of Altium Designer.
- License Requirements: Training courses are based on advanced features and require a Professional or Enterprise license. A Professional license can be provided during the training course if needed.
- Recommended Software: For the best training experience, we recommend using Altium Designer version 24.10 or newer.
- Certification: Altium Designer Essentials Course Certification
Course Agenda
Module 1: Accessing Altium 365
This introductory module guides users through the initial access and setup of Altium 365, establishing the foundation for cloud-based design workflows.
Main Topics Covered:
- Platform login and authentication
- Initial workspace navigation
- Basic interface overview
Module 2: The Workspace Folder Structure
This module explores the organizational framework of Altium 365, teaching participants how to effectively view design files, projects, and components.
Main Topics Covered:
- Workspace organization principles
- Folder hierarchy
- File structure navigation
Module 3: Open a Project
This module demonstrates the various methods for accessing and managing existing projects within Altium 365, ensuring efficient project initiation.
Main Topics Covered:
- Project opening procedures
- File relationships understanding
- Project structure navigation
Module 4: Design Environment
This module focuses on mastering the Altium Designer interface, teaching participants how to customize their workspace for optimal efficiency.
Main Topics Covered:
- Interface layout configuration
- Panel organization
- Workspace customization
Module 5: Schematic Preferences
This module covers the essential configuration options for schematic design, ensuring consistent and efficient design creation.
Main Topics Covered:
- Default settings configuration
- Grid and snap settings
- Display preferences
Module 6: Navigating Schematics
This module teaches efficient navigation techniques within schematic documents, enabling smooth movement through complex designs.
Main Topics Covered:
- Navigation tools and shortcuts
- Connectivity insight
- Cross-reference navigation
Module 7: Project Creation and Storage
This module focuses on the fundamentals of project management, teaching participants how to create and organize new design projects effectively.
Main Topics Covered:
- Project creation process
- File organization methods
- Storage configuration
Module 8: Schematic Capture
This module introduces the core concepts of schematic design capture, focusing on efficient component placement and initial design creation.
Main Topics Covered:
- Altium 365 libraries overview
- Component placement methods
- Basic schematic creation
Module 9: Making the Connections
This module covers the critical process of establishing electrical connections, ensuring proper signal flow throughout the design.
Main Topics Covered:
- Wiring connections
- Net labels and ports
- Bus creation and management
Module 10: Creating Hierarchy
This module explores advanced schematic organization through hierarchical design structures, enabling proper management of complex projects.
Main Topics Covered:
- Hierarchical navigation
- Sheet symbols creation
- Intersheet Design Management
Module 11: Schematic Graphics
This module focuses on enhancing schematic clarity through effective use of graphical elements and annotations.
Main Topics Covered:
- Drawing tool usage
- Labeling options
- Graphical editing techniques
Module 12: Schematic Updating
This module addresses the management of schematic changes and updates, ensuring design integrity throughout modifications.
Main Topics Covered:
- Organizational procedures
- Classes and Rule Directives
- Annotation Techniques
Module 13: Schematic Electrical Rules Validation
This module covers the critical process of validating designs against electrical rules, ensuring design reliability.
Main Topics Covered:
- Rule configuration
- Error checking procedures
- Validation processes
Module 14: Transfer to PCB
This module bridges the gap between schematic and PCB design, ensuring accurate translation of design intent.
Main Topics Covered:
- Design synchronization
- Transfer process
- Schematic data verification
Module 15: PCB Introduction
This module provides a comprehensive introduction to the PCB design environment, establishing a foundation for board layout.
Main Topics Covered:
- PCB interface overview
- Basic PCB concepts
- Design preparation
Module 16: PCB Viewing and Navigation
This module focuses on mastering the PCB design interface, teaching efficient methods for viewing and navigating complex board layouts.
Main Topics Covered:
- View controls and manipulation
- Navigation techniques
- Display optimization methods
Module 17: PCB Configuration
This module covers the essential setup of the PCB design environment, ensuring optimal configuration for productive board design.
Main Topics Covered:
- Initial PCB setup
- Layer definitions
- Board shape creation
Module 18: PCB Layerstack Manager
This module explores the management of PCB layers, teaching participants how to define and configure multi-layer board structures.
Main Topics Covered:
- Layer stack definition and setup
- Material properties configuration
- Layer types and specialized usage
Module 19: PCB Custom Grid Manager
This module demonstrates how to establish precise placement and routing grids, enabling accurate component and trace positioning.
Main Topics Covered:
- Grid system configuration
- Custom Cartesian grids
- Custom Polar grids
Module 20: PCB Design Rules Creation
This module covers the fundamental process of establishing design rules, ensuring manufacturability and reliability.
Main Topics Covered:
- Rule creation and hierarchy
- Constraint definition
- Design requirement implementation
Module 20B: PCB Design with Constraint Manager
This module delves into advanced constraint management, teaching participants how to implement and manage complex design rules.
Main Topics Covered:
- Constraint types and management
- Rule hierarchy implementation
- Design rule optimization
Module 21: PCB Component Placement
This module focuses on strategic component placement, teaching best practices for optimal board layout.
Main Topics Covered:
- Preparing the workspace for placement
- Component orientation strategies
- Layout optimization techniques
Module 22: PCB Routing
This module explores PCB routing techniques, providing comprehensive coverage of trace creation and signal management.
Main Topics Covered:
- Route planning strategies
- Trace and via creation
- Efficient rerouting techniques
Module 23: PCB Polygon Pour and Planes
This module covers the implementation of copper areas and power planes, ensuring proper power distribution and signal integrity.
Main Topics Covered:
- Polygon pour implementation
- Plane layer configuration
- Thermal relief management
Module 24: PCB Global Editing and List Panel (Optional)
This optional module teaches efficient methods for making broad design changes and other editing techniques.
Main Topics Covered:
- Global modification techniques
- List panel utilization
- Batch editing procedures
Module 25: PCB Design Rule Checks (DRCs)
This module focuses on validating design rule compliance, ensuring manufacturability before production.
Main Topics Covered:
- DRC setup and configuration
- Error identification and analysis
- Resolution strategy implementation
Module 26: Draftsman
This module covers the creation of professional manufacturing documentation using Altium's Draftsman tool.
Main Topics Covered:
- Drawing creation and setup
- Documentation standardization
- Assembly and Fabrication drawing generation
Module 27: Output Job File for Documentations
This module teaches the configuration and generation of manufacturing outputs, ensuring complete documentation packages.
Main Topics Covered:
- Output configuration setup
- File generation procedures
- Documentation package organization
Module 28: Releasing a Project to Altium 365
This module covers the process of releasing completed designs to Altium 365, enabling revision and version control.
Main Topics Covered:
- Release process management
- Version control implementation
- Revision control in Altium 365
Module 29: Design Review and Commenting
The final module focuses on collaborative design review processes, teaching effective team communication methods.
Main Topics Covered:
- Collaboration feature utilization
- Feedback system implementation
- Tasks management
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Starting at USD 18,000*
Hours of Training: 24 Hours
Downloadable Activities: > 200
Private training provides confidential, step-by-step instruction from Altium experts, delivered onsite or online at your team’s convenience.
- License Requirements: Training courses are based on advanced features and require a Professional or Enterprise license. A Professional license can be provided during the training course if needed.
- Recommended Software: For the best training experience, we recommend using Altium Designer version 24.10 or newer.
- Certification: Altium Designer Essentials Course Certification
*for 10 seats—additional seats are available for purchase up to 15.
Course Agenda
Module 1: Accessing Altium 365
This introductory module guides users through the initial access and setup of Altium 365, establishing the foundation for cloud-based design workflows.
Main Topics Covered:
- Platform login and authentication
- Initial workspace navigation
- Basic interface overview
Module 2: The Workspace Folder Structure
This module explores the organizational framework of Altium 365, teaching participants how to effectively view design files, projects, and components.
Main Topics Covered:
- Workspace organization principles
- Folder hierarchy
- File structure navigation
Module 3: Open a Project
This module demonstrates the various methods for accessing and managing existing projects within Altium 365, ensuring efficient project initiation.
Main Topics Covered:
- Project opening procedures
- File relationships understanding
- Project structure navigation
Module 4: Design Environment
This module focuses on mastering the Altium Designer interface, teaching participants how to customize their workspace for optimal efficiency.
Main Topics Covered:
- Interface layout configuration
- Panel organization
- Workspace customization
Module 5: Schematic Preferences
This module covers the essential configuration options for schematic design, ensuring consistent and efficient design creation.
Main Topics Covered:
- Default settings configuration
- Grid and snap settings
- Display preferences
Module 6: Navigating Schematics
This module teaches efficient navigation techniques within schematic documents, enabling smooth movement through complex designs.
Main Topics Covered:
- Navigation tools and shortcuts
- Connectivity insight
- Cross-reference navigation
Module 7: Project Creation and Storage
This module focuses on the fundamentals of project management, teaching participants how to create and organize new design projects effectively.
Main Topics Covered:
- Project creation process
- File organization methods
- Storage configuration
Module 8: Schematic Capture
This module introduces the core concepts of schematic design capture, focusing on efficient component placement and initial design creation.
Main Topics Covered:
- Altium 365 libraries overview
- Component placement methods
- Basic schematic creation
Module 9: Making the Connections
This module covers the critical process of establishing electrical connections, ensuring proper signal flow throughout the design.
Main Topics Covered:
- Wiring connections
- Net labels and ports
- Bus creation and management
Module 10: Creating Hierarchy
This module explores advanced schematic organization through hierarchical design structures, enabling proper management of complex projects.
Main Topics Covered:
- Hierarchical navigation
- Sheet symbols creation
- Intersheet Design Management
Module 11: Schematic Graphics
This module focuses on enhancing schematic clarity through effective use of graphical elements and annotations.
Main Topics Covered:
- Drawing tool usage
- Labeling options
- Graphical editing techniques
Module 12: Schematic Updating
This module addresses the management of schematic changes and updates, ensuring design integrity throughout modifications.
Main Topics Covered:
- Organizational procedures
- Classes and Rule Directives
- Annotation Techniques
Module 13: Schematic Electrical Rules Validation
This module covers the critical process of validating designs against electrical rules, ensuring design reliability.
Main Topics Covered:
- Rule configuration
- Error checking procedures
- Validation processes
Module 14: Transfer to PCB
This module bridges the gap between schematic and PCB design, ensuring accurate translation of design intent.
Main Topics Covered:
- Design synchronization
- Transfer process
- Schematic data verification
Module 15: PCB Introduction
This module provides a comprehensive introduction to the PCB design environment, establishing a foundation for board layout.
Main Topics Covered:
- PCB interface overview
- Basic PCB concepts
- Design preparation
Module 16: PCB Viewing and Navigation
This module focuses on mastering the PCB design interface, teaching efficient methods for viewing and navigating complex board layouts.
Main Topics Covered:
- View controls and manipulation
- Navigation techniques
- Display optimization methods
Module 17: PCB Configuration
This module covers the essential setup of the PCB design environment, ensuring optimal configuration for productive board design.
Main Topics Covered:
- Initial PCB setup
- Layer definitions
- Board shape creation
Module 18: PCB Layerstack Manager
This module explores the management of PCB layers, teaching participants how to define and configure multi-layer board structures.
Main Topics Covered:
- Layer stack definition and setup
- Material properties configuration
- Layer types and specialized usage
Module 19: PCB Custom Grid Manager
This module demonstrates how to establish precise placement and routing grids, enabling accurate component and trace positioning.
Main Topics Covered:
- Grid system configuration
- Custom Cartesian grids
- Custom Polar grids
Module 20: PCB Design Rules Creation
This module covers the fundamental process of establishing design rules, ensuring manufacturability and reliability.
Main Topics Covered:
- Rule creation and hierarchy
- Constraint definition
- Design requirement implementation
Module 20B: PCB Design with Constraint Manager
This module delves into advanced constraint management, teaching participants how to implement and manage complex design rules.
Main Topics Covered:
- Constraint types and management
- Rule hierarchy implementation
- Design rule optimization
Module 21: PCB Component Placement
This module focuses on strategic component placement, teaching best practices for optimal board layout.
Main Topics Covered:
- Preparing the workspace for placement
- Component orientation strategies
- Layout optimization techniques
Module 22: PCB Routing
This module explores PCB routing techniques, providing comprehensive coverage of trace creation and signal management.
Main Topics Covered:
- Route planning strategies
- Trace and via creation
- Efficient rerouting techniques
Module 23: PCB Polygon Pour and Planes
This module covers the implementation of copper areas and power planes, ensuring proper power distribution and signal integrity.
Main Topics Covered:
- Polygon pour implementation
- Plane layer configuration
- Thermal relief management
Module 24: PCB Global Editing and List Panel (Optional)
This optional module teaches efficient methods for making broad design changes and other editing techniques.
Main Topics Covered:
- Global modification techniques
- List panel utilization
- Batch editing procedures
Module 25: PCB Design Rule Checks (DRCs)
This module focuses on validating design rule compliance, ensuring manufacturability before production.
Main Topics Covered:
- DRC setup and configuration
- Error identification and analysis
- Resolution strategy implementation
Module 26: Draftsman
This module covers the creation of professional manufacturing documentation using Altium's Draftsman tool.
Main Topics Covered:
- Drawing creation and setup
- Documentation standardization
- Assembly and Fabrication drawing generation
Module 27: Output Job File for Documentations
This module teaches the configuration and generation of manufacturing outputs, ensuring complete documentation packages.
Main Topics Covered:
- Output configuration setup
- File generation procedures
- Documentation package organization
Module 28: Releasing a Project to Altium 365
This module covers the process of releasing completed designs to Altium 365, enabling revision and version control.
Main Topics Covered:
- Release process management
- Version control implementation
- Revision control in Altium 365
Module 29: Design Review and Commenting
The final module focuses on collaborative design review processes, teaching effective team communication methods.
Main Topics Covered:
- Collaboration feature utilization
- Feedback system implementation
- Tasks management
Sign up for Private Training
Private training is perfect for design teams and offers you the comfort of confidentiality of any designs and discussions covered during sessions. Private training is available to be delivered onsite or via online instruction.
Meet Your Instructors
Learn from industry-leading experts. Altium instructors are seasoned engineers with deep PCB experience and the latest Altium Designer knowledge. Their insights and real-time feedback during the course are invaluable.
Michael Heil
Instructor
Michael Heil is an expert PCB designer and Altium Certified Trainer with over a decade of experience in electronics design. His deep understanding of Altium Designer's advanced features and practical design techniques makes him a valuable resource for engineers looking to elevate their skills.
Kristen Aguiar
Instructor
Kristen Aguiar is a seasoned PCB designer and Altium Certified Trainer, with extensive experience in complex electronics systems. Known for her hands-on teaching style, Kristen excels at breaking down advanced Altium Designer features and delivering practical solutions that help engineers streamline their design process.
Tally Kainth
Instructor
Tally Kainth is an accomplished electronics engineer and Altium Certified Trainer with a strong background in PCB design and development. With a focus on real-world applications, Tally's training sessions offer practical insights into using Altium Designer's latest tools to create high-performance designs efficiently.
Tomas Chester
Instructor
Tomas Chester is an expert in PCB design with over 15 years of experience, specializing in high-speed and high-density designs. As an Altium Certified Trainer, Tomas brings a wealth of knowledge and industry experience to his sessions, providing engineers with actionable insights and advanced techniques in Altium Designer.
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