Vectronics VEC-1500K - Manual (Page 6)

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INTRODUCTION
Like technology itself, the art and science of soldering has advanced a great deal
over the years. This course covers all the latest tools, techniques, and materials
you'll need for "through-hole" style PC board assembly and repair. By the time
you complete it, you'll be ready to tackle a wide range of jobs on the bench and
in the field.
Before you begin work, take a few minutes to browse through the course manual.
As you will see, this course contains three main sections. In the first main
section, you'll find nine short and detailed lessons that cover topics like solders
and fluxes, product safety, soldering irons, circuit boards, component handling,
and much more. The next section contains quizzes to reinforce the material
you've read in each lesson. Be sure to use this section; it can be a valuable study
aid.
In last section of this course, you'll find step-by-step instructions for the
laboratory portion of the course. This exercise requires a well-lighted and
uncluttered workspace along with some basic soldering tools and materials.
Make a list of the items you'll need to complete the lab, and round them up ahead
of time.
To avoid "information overload", limit reading to one lesson per study session.
The more carefully you work, the more you'll remember later on--when it really
counts.