Professional Development Courses
Three of the most sought-after CALCE professional development courses (PDCs) are being offered at the SMTA/CALCE Counterfeit Symposium on June 26, 2025. These courses are included in the full symposium registration, but you can also register for a single day to attend only the courses.
Electronic Part Obsolescence Forecasting, Mitigation and Management: June 26 2025, 8:30 am to 12:00 pm
Prof. Peter Sandborn
This course provides a comprehensive review of DMSMS management best practices, exploring various mitigation strategies and methods for forecasting electronic part obsolescence. It emphasizes proactive approaches to managing obsolescence, including design refresh planning. The content is organized into five key areas: introduction to electronic part obsolescence, forecasting techniques, mitigation strategies, obsolescence management planning, and strategic approaches to long-term management. Additionally, the course includes an overview of commercial databases and decision support tools available to aid in obsolescence management.
Counterfeit Parts Detection using SAE AS6171: June 26 2025, 8:30 am to 5:30 pm
Dr. Michael Azarian
This full-day course will provide a thorough introduction to the requirements and use of the SAE AS6171 Test Methods Standard for Suspect/Counterfeit Electrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical (EEE) Parts. It will cover the General Requirements document, the Test Evaluation method, and the ten test methods that were all published in 2016. Following a brief introduction to the challenges of supply chain security, the first half of the course will focus on the General Requirements document combined with the selection and evaluation of test plans for counterfeit part detection. An emphasis will be placed on the practical implementation of the requirements, illustrated with examples wherever possible.
Use of Component Documentation and Supply Chain for Counterfeit Avoidance: June 26 2025, 1:30 pm to 5:00pm
Dr. Diganta Das
There is NO alternative to good supply chain management as a defense against counterfeit parts. Many types of products that have to be manufactured and supported for long periods of time lack control over critical parts of their supply chain, e.g., avionics and space, telecom infrastructure, and industrial controls. Much of the problem regarding counterfeit electronics is due to a lack of due diligence by the part buyers. Understanding the supply chain and assessing the supply chain before engaging them are necessary steps for any organization. This part of the course will cover how to understand and utilize process change notices for making supply change management and counterfeit detection more efficient. In particular, the creation of a virtual exemplar (golden part) using component documentation will be covered.
Dr. Diganta Das
For more information or questions regarding the technical program (including Professional Development Courses), contact the Conference Chair, Dr. Diganta Das.
Kristin Nafstad
For more information or questions regarding event logistics, exhibitions, and sponsorship, contact Kristin Nafstad.
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