This seems like a very pointed question, but I'm not sure where it's
pointing. I am certified through the fist phase, as is currently available
and will certify to higher levels as they become available. The concept is
very appealing to me (IPC CID certification). Where else can you certify to
some level of ability to apply or at least certify that you understand the
practical and useful fundamentals and/or advanced capabilities of good PCB
design? This is supposed to be an industry recognized accomplishment level
structure, much like ASE mechanics, CPA accountants, etc., with formal
education leading to this relative knowledge not withstanding. I think the
concept is great. I also think that we're still witnessing it's infancy. I
believe that in the long run, CID credentials will serve to cut to chase
pertaining to tested competency. This is a competency certification that
truly is a recognizable, portable, industry standard. I believe, both the
certified designer a potential employer will reap benefit from this
certification, if not today, someday soon. Meanwhile, it's reassuring to
know that I understand the concepts, as do the others that have been
certified along with me. It provides a sense that we're all on the same
page. Through the process, I've learned that some things I had been doing
were somewhat limited in usefulness, some things should have had more
attention paid to them and some things I had been doing were dead center on
target. This can take away a lot of wondering and guess work and replace it
with a lot of straight forward confidence, for a lot of people. I think the
CID program will be well accepted, gratifying and even will have a sound
return on the bottom line in many companies. But, like most really good
things (worth putting in effort for), will take some time to really catch
on. In my current position, I solicit new business for the EMS company I am
with. After designing PCB's for the past 21 years, my position puts me on
the "other side of the fence" for a change. I have worked in sales and
marketing for the bare PCB industry and PCB Design service bureau industry,
as well. I share a lot of insight with regards to DFM, DFT and DFA with my
customers and potential customers. With those sales positions, I was among
peers (PCB designers). My CID credentials along with my background have
been well accepted as proof that I am (at some level) a PCB/PCBA
professional and in certain regard (gulp) an expert. The CID speaks beyond
the EE, ME, BSEET or other related technical degrees that many of us do
and/or don't have - as it DIRECTLY relates to the PCB industry. There is a
very diverse set of skills required in this cross-denominational engineering
discipline. In my case, I can provide insight and direction that is readily
accepted (without that getting as many of those discerning
squinched-eye-looks that I have encountered in the past). I believe my CID
credential helps with the trustworthiness or the accuracy of the suggestions
and advice I give to my customers and potential customers. Lastly, if
nothing less, I have learned a great deal studying for the exam– even after
21 years designing PCB’s – that I wouldn’t have learned if I hadn’t sought
the CID. I think it’s a great program. That's my opinion, now I'd be very
interested in yours.
Best regards, Russ Steiner, CID
National Sales Manager
Controls/inc.
1 Tehnology Way
Logansport, IN 46947
(248) 887-2970
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-----Original Message-----
From: D.J. Perry <[log in to unmask]>
To: [log in to unmask] <[log in to unmask]>
Date: Tuesday, February 09, 1999 9:12 AM
Subject: [DC] Certification
>Hi,
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>What has IPC Designer Certification meant for you? Please reply privately
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>Thanks
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