Level 3 – Advanced Motherboard & Chip Level Engineer

The Ultimate Level – Become a Master Chip-Level Technician.

Course Curriculum

1. Electronics & Component Knowledge

  • Identification of Resistors, Capacitors, Diodes, Coils, MOSFETs, and ICs.
  • Understanding component symbols, values, and circuit codes.
  • Testing components using a Digital Multimeter.

2. Advanced Troubleshooting & Analysis

  • Dead Laptop Diagnosis: Step-by-step power-on sequence.
  • Power Rail Analysis: Detailed study of 3V / 5V standby lines.
  • Short Circuit Detection: Finding and removing motherboard shorts.

3. Motherboard & Chip Level Repair

  • Architecture study (CPU, PCH, GPU, Power IC).
  • Replacing damaged SMD components and ICs.
  • Introduction to Oscilloscopes (DSO) for signal checking.

4. SMD & Soldering Mastery

  • Proper use of Hot Air Stations and Soldering Irons.
  • Micro-soldering techniques for small components.
  • Preventing PCB track damage.

5. BIOS & Firmware Programming

  • Using BIOS Programmers to dump and write files.
  • Removing BIOS passwords and cleaning ME Region.
  • EC BIOS programming and EEPROM concepts.

6. Schematic & Boardview Analysis

  • Reading complex circuit diagrams (Schematics).
  • Using Boardview software to trace hidden tracks.
  • Signal flow analysis from DC-in to CPU core.

Premium Benefits

  • Internship Opportunity: Hands-on practice at Safe Tech Service Center.
  • Advanced Tool List: Guidance on buying professional lab equipment.
  • Case Study Library: Access to rare repair solutions.