The plan below is only an indication, as your progress will depend on the time you can devote to study and how familiar or otherwise you are with the topic. You will see from the course calendar that an extra two weeks is allocated to each session to allow for holidays. Where your work and home commitments allow, we recommend that you try to get ahead of the plan, as assignments invariably take longer than you expect. We particularly encourage you to make an early start on Assessment 2.
| Study Week | Unit | Unit / Assessment |
|---|---|---|
1 |
1 2 |
Introduction Background to the lead-free revolution The legislative framework |
2 |
1/2 | Assignment 1 (worth 15%) |
3 |
3 4 |
Materials options Alternatives to soldering Alternative solders |
4 |
4 | Alternative solders |
5 |
5 6 |
The effect on processes The lead-free joint Implications for assembly |
6 |
7 8 |
Implications for board fabrication Reliability issues |
7 |
3–8 | Assignment 2 (worth 35%) |
8 |
9 | Finish Assignment 2 Other effects on the product Design implications |
9&10 |
10 11 12 |
The transition process Implications for the company Management issues |
11&12 |
9–12 | Assignment 3 (worth 50%) |