PCB Design with OrCAD/Allegro of Cadence: An Expert level
Learn OrCAD/Allegro PCB Design: Schematic (OrCAD Capture), Footprint's (Package Editor) & Board Design(PCB Editor)
Updated on Jun, 2025
Language - English
Lectures -102
Resources -7
Duration -24 hours
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Course Description
PCB Design and electronics circuit are basements for all type of electronics products. PCBs are derived from the analog and digital circuits which are prepared according to the application required. Printed circuit boards are the main pillars of the Electronics world. Every Electronics products has PCB inside it, from consumer gadgets like computers, smart phones and gaming consoles to industry and even high-tech products.
Required eligibility:
- Diploma in Electrical or Electronics & Communication.
- BE/BTech. in Electrical or Electronics & Communication.
- BSc/MSc in Electronics & Communication.
- ME/MTech. (E&CE) in Communication.
PCB Design Course Content is given below in brief:
Schematic Design:
- Basic Electronics theory.
- Basics of Circuit designing.
- Schematic design preparation.
- Schematic part editing and creation.
- Net list and Net class creation.
- Bill Of Material generation (BOM).
- Electrical Rule Checking.
Footprint Creation:
- Through hole footprint creation.
- Surface Mount Device footprint creation.
- BGA/PGA footprint creation.
Board Designing:
- Board size and shape creation.
- Component placements.
- PCB Routing: Multi-Layer routing.
- Plane creation.
- Design rule checking.
- Gerber generation.
Skills you gain after the course completion:
- Basic Electronics and Electronic components expertise.
- Circuit Designing (Power management circuit designing)
- Circuit Simulation for best understanding of the subject.
- Tools/Software Expertise.
- Basic design module practice up to 2-Layers.
- Advanced design module practice up to 6-Layers.
- Design expertise:
- Assignments consists single and double sided PCB.
- Assignments consists 2-Layers to 6-Layers design.
- Library Module:
- Symbol and Footprint design for all types of packages.
- Placements & Routing techniques.
- Gerber Creating.
Benefits of choosing PCB Design Course:
- Strong hold in basic electronics.
- Circuit Design capability.
- Circuit analysis & ERC.
- Components knowledge.
- Power Supply designing.
- PCB-CAD tool expertise.
- Expert in library creation.
- Multi-layer PCB designing.
- Gerber Creation.
Goals
- You will learn Basic Electronics Theory, Circuit Design and Analysis, Basics of Printed Circuit Board, Electronic Components and Instruments.
- Study notes given. You will work on Printed Circuit Board Layout Design such as Schematic creation, Library Creation.
- Electronic Symbol and Package (Footprint Creation) Designing.
- Switching schematic to Board Design (Netlist Creation), Thorough knowledge on Constraint Management Settings, Board Shape Creation (DXF import included) & DRC.
- Work on Single sided Board Design, Double sided Board Design, Via creation and application.
- Routing on Top and Bottom Layer includes enough practice modules.
- Plan Creation of Power and Ground. Also Split Plan Creation.
- Design Rule Checking and DRC updates.
- Work on Artwork.
- Setting up all required film layer setups.
- Gerber Generation and Gerber analysis and improvements.
- PCB Manufacturing overview.
- Latest topics will be updated on regular basis and will be informed about it.
Prerequisites
- Basic Electronics knowledge.
- BSc(Electronics), Diploma (Electronics or Electrical), BE (Electronics or Electrical), Master degree in Electronics and Electrical.
- If you are working in PCB Manufacturing and Assembly unit, PCB Design course will be an added skillset to your career profile.
- If you own PCB printing, assembly and component soldering unit, you can learn PCB Design and can extend your business unit towards service sector.
- If you have passion on Electronics subject, you can enroll this course and convert your passion into career.
Curriculum
Check out the detailed breakdown of what’s inside the course
Introducing OrCAD/Allegro of Cadence software
12 Lectures
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Course Promotional Video
01:09
01:09
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Things We Learn Here...
01:20
01:20
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OrCAD Environment and Initialize new project
12:33
12:33
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OrCAD Capture - Schematic Page Property
09:54
09:54
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Working with Colors and Grid Display
14:58
14:58
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Pan and Zoom Settings in OrCAD
09:11
09:11
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Selection Area Pre-Settings
07:34
07:34
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Line and Shape Properties in OrCAD
13:57
13:57
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Design Templates in OrCAD
07:34
07:34
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Auto Back Ups in Capture
03:44
03:44
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Working with Windows Cascade Tiling and Session logs
08:31
08:31
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Accessories of Cadence Utilities
05:13
05:13
Electronic Symbol Library Creation : IEEE Standard
8 Lectures
An Introduction to Schematic Creation: OrCAD Capture
7 Lectures
Footprint Creation of Electronics Components
27 Lectures
Switching to Printed Circuit Board Design (PCB Design)
5 Lectures
Board Shapes and Board Restrictions
8 Lectures
Placements on PCB
7 Lectures
PCB Layer Stack Up Setup and Calculations
5 Lectures
Constraint Manager Settings
8 Lectures
Introduction to Routing on PCB
10 Lectures
VIAs in Printed Circuit Board
5 Lectures
Instructor Details
Pradeip Raj
"Hello, I'm Pradeep, a dedicated Electronics and Communication Engineer with a passion for teaching and a knack for bringing complex subjects to life. With degrees in Electronics and Communication Engineering, I've honed my expertise in circuit design, hardware design, PCB layout design, and PCB Manufacturing. I've shared my knowledge through numerous blogs, articles, and as an instructor at Swarna Institute of Technology, recognized by the Government of India.
What sets me apart is not just my technical prowess, but my empathy for learners. I understand the challenges you face, and I'm here to simplify the world of Electronics Engineering. I've been guiding students online and offline for years, making sure that you not only understand the subject but also enjoy the journey.
But my passion doesn't stop at Electronics. I'm also a versatile trainer in professional skills, from Microsoft Office to 3D design with Fusion 360, Website Design and Development, Digital Marketing, and 2D and 3D Animation. Currently, I'm proudly serving as the 'Training Head' at Swarna Institute of Technology in Bangalore, Karnataka, India.
Join me in exploring the exciting world of Electronics, and let's learn, grow, and innovate together. Your journey to mastering these skills starts here!"
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